TANTANGAN, South Cotabato- The journey for the Young Filipino Farm Leaders Training Program in Japan Batch 2024 has officially begun with the Pre-Departure Orientation Course (PDOC) commencing on January 9, 2024. 

A highlight of the program was the insightful session led by Mr. John Lord Auman, Information Officer II and 4-H/RBO Alternate Focal Person for BARMM. He introduced the e-Extension Program of the Agricultural Training Institute, guiding the interns through the e-Learning platform and instructing them on course enrollment processes. 

Additionally, the PDOC featured engaging discussions on the Digital Farmers Program 101 and 102. Resource persons Information Officer II Jon Ian Belo, Media Production Specialist II Marnil Del Monte, and Technical Staff Jovellena Simbulan contributed their expertise, making the orientation informative and enriching for aspiring farm leaders.