SURALLAH, SOUTH COTABATO – The Agricultural Training Institute - Regional Training Center XII (ATI-RTC XII) actively participated in the Reorganizational Meeting of Rural-Based Organizations (RBOs) of South Cotabato on March 27, 2025, at Macario’s Coco Learning Site for Agriculture (LSA) Farm, Labuntong, Surallah.

OIC-Center Director Dr. Jessie V. Beldia and RBO Focal Person Ms. May Guiang represented ATI-RTC XII in the event, which was conducted in partnership with the Provincial Agricultural Office of South Cotabato, led by Provincial RBO Focal Person Ms. Rhealiza Evasco.

The meeting gathered municipal heads and coordinators of 4-H Clubs, Rural Improvement Clubs (RIC), and the Federation of Volunteer Leaders of the Philippines (FVLP) across South Cotabato. The event was highlighted by the election of new provincial officers for these organizations, reinforcing leadership and collaboration among local agricultural groups.

Participants also discussed updates on RBO activities scheduled for the year, focusing on strengthening community engagement, capacity-building, and agricultural development initiatives.