More than one hundred coconut farmers from Sarangani converged in Maasim on April 12, 2024, for the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Program (CFIDP) Information Caravan, heralding a promising future for the local coconut sector. Organized by a coalition of government agencies, including ATI, CDA, PCA, PCIC, CHED, LandBank, and DBP, the event showcased a unified effort to uplift the coconut industry.

Jerry Prongco, PCA Sarangani's Provincial Manager, extended a warm welcome to the participants, emphasizing the pivotal role of community unity in bolstering agricultural prosperity. Messages of support poured in from various quarters, acknowledging the vital contributions of the Local Government of Maasim and its Office of the Municipal Agriculturist. Notable dignitaries present included Vice Mayor Hon. Visitacion Nambatac, Municipal Agriculturist Jean Allera, and Ms. Princess Jade Alde from the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist.

At the core of the event was its educational mandate, spearheaded by the Agricultural Training Institute Region XII. Through dynamic presentations and interactive sessions, coconut farmers gained valuable insights to embolden their endeavors. An open forum provided a platform for constructive dialogue between farmers and agency representatives, fostering an environment for addressing concerns and nurturing innovative ideas.

The CFIDP Information Caravan underscores the region’s steadfast commitment to propelling its coconut industry forward. With the resounding success of this leg of the caravan, Sarangani's coconut farmers are poised to embrace a future brimming with opportunities for sectoral growth and advancement.