From teaching to tilling, from pedagogy to paddy fields. This is the story of Emily Nimes, a former high school English teacher at the Department of Education in Carrascal, Surigao del Sur who decided to leave her profession to focus on agriculture full-time.

Her journey in farming began during the challenging times of the pandemic when lockdowns disrupted daily life. At first, farming was

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Engr. John Wevin Tingas' journey in farming has proven how dedication and passion can be a catalyst of change for others. At 29, this young leader recognized the potential of the youth in contributing to the development of farming communities.

“Youths are close to my heart because I was once a youth leader in different organizations way back in my early years. Then, given the chance that I

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Amid the trials and tribulations that life had thrown his way, this cooperative leader has emerged as a symbol of strong spirit and determination. Limping from a leg operation, nursing wounds from a harrowing vehicular accident, and enduring the disheartening separation from his family due to the grip of Covid lockdowns, this extraordinary individual remained undeterred in his mission. Through

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For decades, the life of a small coconut farmer may have been like the biblical road to Calvary – a walk filled with agony. First, they did not benefit from the coco levy imposed on them in the 70s.  Second, were the super typhoons Yolanda and Odette which destroyed not only vast coconut areas but also the livelihood of thousands of farmers. The third is the lack of material, technical, and

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An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. This quote from Benjamin Franklin is what Dr. Raul del Agua of Kitcharao, Agusan del Norte can strongly attest. After writing his dissertation that focused on livelihood programs for small farmers in his locality, he is now the brainchild of the Kitcharao LGU Farm – a multi-million project that is poised to become Agusan del Norte’s next farm

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Shiela Moso Maglines, 37, a resident of Brgy. Nongnong, Butuan City is courageous, persevering, diligent, and innovative. She is the voice of local farmers in her village and the pillar of hope behind the many challenges that hound farmers such as poverty, pandemic, insurgency, rising prices of fertilizers and other inputs, and the lack of opportunities for farmers. By rising above adversities

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Fame or money may be key to one’s happiness and wellness. But for Jhoanna Garcia, the zest and zing in life are neither in the badge nor in the wallet. It’s in her garden - among the aromatic herbs and spices that blanket her backyard.

Jhoanna, 49, is the proprietor and Learning Site for Agriculture (LSA) cooperator of Jabez Farm located in Brgy. Nongnong, on the hilly side of Butuan City

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At a young age, Jessico John “Dodong” Campos already had a passion for agriculture. He owes his love for farming to his parents who were devoted farmers. In college, he went to Central Mindanao University in Bukidnon to further boost his knowledge in farming. Finally in 1989, he finished the degree Bachelor of Science in Agriculture major in Agronomy.

Although he used to work in a Non

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Last October 9, 2021, DZRHTV through its program AgriAsenso featured Butuan’s own cowboy Olegario “Jun” Ayensa. This fellow is the farm owner of CountryFields Agri Farm located in the Barangay Tungao this city. The farm is a sprawling 12-hectare integrated/diversified agricultural land where four hectares of it are dedicated for livestock and dairy production. Jun is a former Senior Program

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