Organic Farming Scholarship - Trainees/Scholars

The Youth Scholarship Grant on Organic Farming is a 21-month internship program for the youth that aims to fully imbibe the "life of a farmer" and organic practices. It comprises a nine-month schooling and on-site training for the farm partners, and a one-year hands-on approach and implementation of the proposed organic enterprise - Infusing in them the heart and mind of a farmer. The ATI-RTC XI is open for applications to fill out slots for 5 Farm Partners and 10 Trainees.

Eligibility Criteria for Trainees

1. Age 18 to 35 years old at the time of application

2. Natural-born Filipino citizen

3. Interested in entering the agricultural industry, especially practicing organic agriculture

4. Willingness to undertake a 21-month internship and hands-on practice contract

5. Physically and mentally fit

6. Has good community standing or moral character

7. Others (please check documentary requirement number 6 and 7)

Documentary Requirement

1. Clear scanned copy of any valid government-issued ID (indicating the date of birth)

2. Notarized Swon Statement as proof of willingness and commitment to undertake organic agriculture-related activities/enterprises after the training

3. Business Model Canvass (BMC)

4. Medical certificate indicating "fit to work"

5. At least two (2) recommendation letters from a community leader (e.g. barangay captain, parish priest, school principal, civil society organization, farmers' cooperative, or association)

6. Bank account details, preferably LBP if available

7. Accomplished Application Form

You may send the requirements to rtc11.dcc@ati.da.gov.ph or submit the documents at our office, ATI-RTC XI, Brgy. Datu Abdul, Panabo City, Davao del Norte. The deadline for submission is on February 20, 2023.

For inqueries and concerns, you may reach us through tel. no. (084) 217-3433 and look for Mr. Louie Benedict R. Gulfan, Training Specialist II, or through mobile number 0915 659 5957 / 0999 858 1638.