𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐍 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐓 𝐀𝐅𝐎-𝟑/𝐅𝐈𝐓𝐒 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑

07/09/2026

𝗢𝗖𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗨𝗘-𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚|

The Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA), through Culianan Agricultural Field Office and the Fisheries and Regulatory Services Division (FRSD), conducted a Training on Fish and Seaweed Value-Added Products with Emphasis on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) on September 3, 2026, at Islamia Elementary School, Cabaluay, Zamboanga City.

A total of 17 members of the Fisher Agar-Agar Association, led by Ms. Ruaida K. Said, participated in the training. Participants learned to prepare innovative products such as seaweed steamed p**o, seaweed chips, and spicy dilis.

The activity aimed to enhance the participants’ knowledge and skills in processing locally available fish and seaweed into value-added products, while promoting food safety, entrepreneurship, and livelihood opportunities.

The training was facilitated by Fishery Coordinators Larnie Enriquez and Paida Asdali, with the support of Field Officer Ahmad Nahul, Al-Hadj., School Principal Belen Apolinario, and OCA-FRSD personnel Ms. Evelyn Salve and Ms. Kristine Joy Roca.

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(Photo by Larnie Enriquez)

30/08/2026

🎉 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦! 🎉

The 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁, 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 proudly congratulates

🌾 𝗔𝗥𝗕𝗘𝗡 𝗘. 𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗗𝗨𝗚𝗢
City Agriculturist

on his election as

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧
2026–2028

of the 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗠𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗹/𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 (𝗟𝗲𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗔𝗣) – 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗫

Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to the agricultural sector continue to inspire and serve as a testament to your passion for empowering farmers and advancing agriculture in the region.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀, 𝗦𝗶𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝗯𝗲𝗻! 🌱👏
May your new role bring greater opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and meaningful service to the agricultural communities of Region IX.

𝗠𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗵𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗠𝗠𝗖𝗔𝗣 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗫! 🌾

28/08/2026

25/08/2026

𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗢 𝗪𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗡 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗥𝗜𝗖 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗩𝗘 ₱𝟲𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗜𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗩𝗘𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗔𝗕𝗟𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗦 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗘|

The Guisao Women Farmers’ Rural Improvement Club (RIC) formally received ₱600,000 in livelihood assistance from the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Sustainable Livelihood Program (SLP) during a turnover ceremony held on August 20, 2026, in Barangay Guisao, Zamboanga City.

The assistance will support the establishment and operation of a vegetable chips production enterprise, providing the women farmers with an opportunity to transform locally produced vegetables into value-added products, generate additional income, and strengthen their livelihood activities.

The turnover ceremony was attended by representatives from various government agencies and partner organizations who expressed their support for the initiative.

Hon. Jorge Osorio, Barangay Kagawad and Committee Chairperson on Agriculture, represented Hon. Miquel Arquiza, Barangay Chairman, and conveyed the barangay’s full support for the women farmers and their livelihood undertaking.

Representing DSWD Field Office IX were Ms. Marissa Dela Torre, representing Ms. Melanie Ladjamalik, SLP RPC, and Mr. Rodolfo “JoJo” Espiritu, who reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to community-based livelihood initiatives that promote self-sufficiency and sustainable income opportunities.

Meanwhile, Ms. Maria Teresa Mangulad, representing the Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Marketing Assistance Division (DA-AMAD), RFO IX, emphasized the importance of value-adding and food processing in increasing the economic value of agricultural products and expanding market opportunities for farmers.

Mr. Raphael Salvador, DTI Negosyo Center Consultant, also expressed his support for the project and highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship, product development, proper business management, and market development in ensuring the sustainability of the enterprise.

The activity was also attended by Engr. Erwin V. Kulayan, Assistant City Agriculturist; Mr. Ahmad Nahul, Culianan District Field Officer; and Ms. Glenda Dela Rosa, IBD Division Chief, who expressed their continued support for the Guisao women farmers and their efforts to establish a sustainable agricultural enterprise.

The turnover symbolizes the strong partnership among the DSWD, Department of Agriculture, Department of Trade and Industry, Office of the City Agriculturist, Barangay Guisao, and the Guisao Women Farmers’ RIC in promoting inclusive and sustainable livelihood development.

With the ₱600,000 assistance, the Guisao Women Farmers are expected to further develop their vegetable chips production, create additional livelihood opportunities, and promote locally produced, nutritious, and value-added agricultural products within the community.

The initiative reflects the shared commitment of government agencies and community organizations to empower women farmers, strengthen local enterprises, and transform agricultural products into sustainable sources of income for families and communities.

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(Photo by Reewin Santander/Ivy Gay Viesca)

17/08/2026

𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 CUM 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗔𝗣𝘀 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜-𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗦|

The Local Government Unit (LGU) of Zamboanga City, headed by City Mayor Khymer Adan T. Olaso, through the Office of the City Agriculturist (OCA) led by City Agriculturist Arben E. Magdugo, successfully conducted a series of Orientation cm Consultative Meetings on Plans, Activities and Programs (PAPs) and Agri-Fishery-Related Policies in the barangays of Culianan, Ayala, and Tumaga on August 11–13, 2026.

The activity was organized through the OCA Information Section, led by Information Officer Mathelyn Gatilogo, in coordination with the respective Agricultural Field Offices of Culianan, Ayala, and Tumaga Districts. It was conducted in partnership with the Office of the City Zoning, headed by Zoning Administrator Ms. Marie June D.R. Urmanita, with the active participation of barangay chairpersons and Committee Chairpersons on Agriculture and Fisheries.

The meetings were also supported by Councilor Joselito Macrohon, Committee Chairman on Agriculture and Fisheries, and District II Councilor Rey Bayoging, who expressed their continued support for initiatives that promote sustainable agricultural development and strengthen collaboration between the local government and farming communities.

The orientation and consultation provided a venue for stakeholders to discuss agricultural concerns, clarify relevant city ordinances and policies concerning agriculture and fisheries, gather community inputs, and strengthen coordination among local government offices and barangay officials.

The activity further emphasized the importance of participatory planning and collaborative governance in developing responsive programs and policies that address the needs of farmers, fisherfolk, and rural communities throughout Zamboanga City. Through initiatives such as these, the LGU and OCA continue to bring government closer to agricultural communities and promote sustainable development in the city's agriculture and fisheries sectors.

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(Photo Arceli Mia/Rashti Salih)

17/08/2026

Monday Flag Raising Ceremony at Culianan Field Office 3, hosted by Fishery Checkpoint Personnel 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

10/08/2026

Monday Flag Raising Ceremony at Culianan Agricultural Field Office
Hosted by Central Plant Nursery Personnel🇵🇭

08/08/2026

𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐮𝗴𝗮𝗸𝗶𝘁 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

On July 31, 2026, the Culianan District Rural Improvement Club and 4H Club successfully conducted a Feeding Program at Lugakit Elementary School, in partnership with Hon. Frederick Atilano, City Councilor (District 2); the Salaan Barangay Council, headed by Hon. Regalado Faustino; the Salaan Sangguniang Kabataan, headed by Hon. Ian Angeles; and School Principal Dr. Eric Quisil.

This activity was held in celebration of the 52nd Nutrition Month, with the theme: “Nutrisyon at Kalikasan Ating Pangalagaan.”

A total of 150 students benefited from the program. Hot Lomi and biscuits were served. The initiative highlights the strong commitment of local officials, school administrators, and youth organizations to promote the health and well-being of the students.

03/08/2026

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𝑬𝑴𝑷𝑶𝑾𝑬𝑹𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑾𝑶𝑴𝑬𝑵: 𝑷𝑬𝑨𝑵𝑼𝑻 𝑷𝑹𝑶𝑪𝑬𝑺𝑺𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑻𝑹𝑨𝑰𝑵𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑯𝑬𝑳𝑫 𝑰𝑵 𝑩𝑨𝑹𝑨𝑵𝑮𝑨𝒀 𝑮𝑼𝑰𝑺𝑨𝑶

A wonderful step toward sustainable livelihood took place last July 28, 2026, at Barangay Guisao! 🎉

The hardworking women of Guisao Farmer Women SLPA gathered for a hands-on training focused on making high-quality Peanut Butter and Peanut Brittle. This activity was expertly facilitated by competent Trainors from TESDA, with the presence and support of RIC Coordinators who witnessed this meaningful learning session.

This training is a key part of the group’s Livelihood Program — designed to help them turn their local peanut harvest into marketable, value-added products. By learning proper processing techniques, food safety standards, and quality control, these women are now better equipped to start their own small business, increase their income, and improve the lives of their families and their community.