The Agricultural Training Institute - Regional Training Center XII (ATI-RTC XII), led by OIC-Center Director Dr. Jessie V. Beldia, Ph.D., conducted a strategic meeting with the Philippine Coconut Authority - Region XIV BARMM (PCA-BARMM) on February 13, 2025.

Accompanied by Training Specialist II Mr. Mokles P. Buisan and Technical Support Staff Mr. Merzaq A. Ulama, the ATI-RTC XII team met with PCA-BARMM Regional Manager Datumanong U. Pendi to discuss joint training activities for 2025 under the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP).

The discussion focused on strengthening collaboration to enhance coconut industry development in the Bangsamoro region through capacity-building initiatives for farmers and stakeholders. This partnership underscores both agencies' commitment to providing sustainable agricultural solutions and improving the livelihoods of coconut farmers in BARMM.