On May 28, 2024, Day 2 of the Coconut-Coffee Farming System Training for Batch 3 was held at ATI-STC USM, Kabacan, Cotabato. The session was led by Resource Person Lolita A. Tomas, Science Research Specialist II from the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office XII.

The day began with Mrs. Tomas covering essential topics including Crop and Farm Maintenance, Land Preparation, and both

From May 20-29, 2024, 25 Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) from various offices across Region XII completed the 10-day Training of Trainers (TOT) on Coconut-Based Farm Business School (COCO FBS) at Villa Amor, Koronadal City, South Cotabato. The program was designed to enhance the AEWs' skills and knowledge in supporting and teaching coconut farmers to improve their farm business practices.

OIC Center Director Shirley L. Beldia of ATI appeared on BUHAY MINDANAO, a radio program on Good Vibes 90.5 FM, to discuss ATI's contributions to the agricultural sector and its future developments. The segment, hosted by Professor and Pastor Dan Antenor, focused on ATI’s programs for farmers and its ongoing role in enhancing agricultural practices in the region.

BUHAY MINDANAO is a prominent

The Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) XII recently conducted a comprehensive 5-day training program on Rice Value Adding and Processing for Rice Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) in Region XII. The program was attended by 24 AEWs and featured a series of hands-on sessions aimed at enhancing their skills in rice utilization.

OIC-Center Director of ATI XII, Shirley S. Beldia, opened the

ATI—RTC XII successfully conducted the second batch of the 3-day Training on Native Goat Production and Management from May 20-22, 2024, in Barangay Sugadol, Datu Abdullah Sangki, Maguindanao del Sur. The training was part of the Coconut Farmers Industry and Development Program (CFIDP) aimed at enhancing goat-raising practices within the region.

Engr. Mokles P. Buisan, CFIDP Focal Person

The Office of the Center Director and the Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Unit of ATI RTC XII have been recognized with the prestigious "Most Promising Innovation Award" during the PPMEvolve: Innovation Workshop on Policy, Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation. The event was held from May 20-24, 2024, at Goldberry Suites, Cebu City.

The awarded proposal, developed in collaboration with ATI

Twenty farmers from Region XII and BARMM have successfully completed the Training of Trainers (TOT) for the Digital Agriculture Course under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Program. The training, held from May 22 to 24 at ATI-RTC XII in Tantangan, South Cotabato, aimed to equip farmers with essential digital skills for accessing modern agricultural technologies.

Participants

The Agricultural Training Institute-Regional Training Center XII (ATI RTC XII) held a two-day training on Fruits and Vegetable Processing at Kadiwa Hall, Brgy. San Felipe, Tantangan, South Cotabato. The event, aimed at enhancing food preservation skills, focused on providing participants with essential knowledge and practical techniques.

On Day 1, Ms. Victoria Motril, owner of VMotril’s Farm

On May 23, 2024, trainers participating in the Coconut-Based Farm Business School (COCO FBS) training engaged in a market survey at Koronadal City Public Market, South Cotabato, as part of a practical exercise. Led by resource speaker Ms. Agripina Leonico, the activity aimed to deepen the trainers' understanding of marketing and market dynamics.

During the morning session, participants

On May 23, 2024, the Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Training Institute-Regional Training Center XII (DA ATI-XII) commenced the second batch of the Training of Trainers (TOT) on Digital Agriculture for the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF). The 3-day training, held for participants from Region 12 and BARMM, was warmly opened by Engr. Jun Rey L. Samillano, OIC-PAS Chief, on