The recent Techno Gabay Program (TGP) Year-End Review and Experiential Learning-Based activities concluded with the much-anticipated TGP Excellence Awards, recognizing the outstanding Farmers’ Information and Technology Services (FITS) Centers across Region XII and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). These awards celebrated excellence in various program implementations, honoring centers that have made exceptional contributions to agricultural outreach, digital innovation, and knowledge sharing in their communities.
Best in e-Extension Program Implementation
Municipal Category
1st Place: FITS Center Bagumbayan
2nd Place: FITS Center Makilala
3rd Place: FITS Center Kidapawan City
Special Citation: FITS Center Esperanza
Provincial Category
1st Place: FITS Center OPAg-Cotabato
2nd Place: FITS Center OPAg-Maguindanao del Sur
3rd Place: FITS Center OPAg-South Cotabato
Special Citation: FITS Center OPAg-Lanao del Sur
Best in Digital Farmers Program Implementation
1st Place: FITS Center Bagumbayan
2nd Place: FITS Center Tacurong City
3rd Place: FITS Center Lanao del Sur
Special Citation: FITS Center OPAg Sultan Kudarat
Best in Rice Crop Manager Implementation
Special Citation: FITS Center Tacurong City
Best in Social Media Presence
Municipal Category
1st Place: FITS Center Carmen
2nd Place: FITS Center Makilala
3rd Place: FITS Center Tantangan
Special Citation: FITS Center Esperanza
Provincial Category
1st Place: FITS Center OPAg-South Cotabato
2nd Place: FITS Center OPAg-Maguindanao del Sur
3rd Place: FITS Center OPAg-Lanao del Sur
Best in Knowledge Products Development
Municipal Category
1st Place: FITS Center Makilala
2nd Place: FITS Center Tacurong City
3rd Place: FITS Center Carmen
Special Citation: FITS Centers Bagumbayan, Tulunan, Datu Paglas, and Datu Hoffer
Provincial Category
1st Place: FITS Center OPAg-Lanao del Sur
2nd Place: FITS Center OPAg-South Cotabato
3rd Place: FITS Center OPAg-Maguindanao del Sur
Best in Techno Program Implementation
Municipal Category
1st Place: FITS Center Makilala
2nd Place: FITS Center Bagumbayan
3rd Place: FITS Center Tacurong City
Special Citation: FITS Centers Tulunan and Magpet
Provincial Category
1st Place: FITS Center OPAg-Lanao del Sur
2nd Place: FITS Center OPAg-South Cotabato
3rd Place: FITS Center OPAg-Maguindanao del Sur
The TGP Excellence Awards highlighted the vital contributions of FITS Centers in advancing agriculture through innovative programs and community-based initiatives. This year’s recipients demonstrated unwavering dedication in implementing digital tools, promoting sustainable practices, and enhancing outreach efforts to uplift the farming community. The achievements celebrated during this event underscore the enduring impact of these centers in fostering growth, resilience, and sustainability in the agriculture sector across Region XII and BARMM.
