The Agricultural Training Institute-Central Luzon (ATI-CL) conducted a three-day Training on Fruits and Vegetables Processing (Agripreneurship Training for Rural Improvent Club Batch 2) from July 29 to 31, 2024, at the ATI-RTC III Training Hall in San Ramon, Dinalupihan, Bataan.
The training, participated by 33 members of the Linaco Rural Improvement Club (RIC) from Dinalupihan, Bataan, aimed to motivate participants by highlighting the significance of value addition in agriculture. The training encouraged participants to utilize their skills and creativity in processing fruits and vegetables.
Engr. Rannel S. Cruz, a Technical Support Staff from ATI-CL's Career Development and Management Section (CDMS), acknowledged the attendees, while Ms. Maria Theresa S. Villanueva, ATI-CL Training Specialist II, welcomed them to the institute.
Additionally, Ms. Babelyn P. Lopez, Training Specialist II, delivered an inspirational message, and Dr. Dianne M. Lapuz, Project Officer, provided an overview of the training program.
The participants gained insights into post-harvest handling techniques from Engr. Cruz and engaged in hands-on activities, including the vegetable noodle making by RIC members from Pura, Tarlac.
They also participated in practical sessions on preparing various jams and candies, such as Mango Jam, Camias Jam, Tomato Jam, Dragon Fruit Jam, Pineapple Jam, and Tomato Candy.
These activities equip participants with practical food processing and preservation skills, enabling them to create value-added products that could enhance their income and support sustainable agribusiness practices.
Ms. Alma S. Dabu, Agricultural Technician in Dinalupihan, encouraged the participants to remain optimistic and strive for continuous improvement for their families, their club, and the community. She emphasized the importance of perseverance and unity in achieving their goals.
Moreover, the Linaco RIC received kitchenware, ingredients, and other essential materials to support the production of vegetable noodles and a range of fruit and vegetable jams and candies. These resources are intended to help participants apply their new skills and support the growth of local food processing ventures.
