Celebrating #WorldFisheriesDay! Today, November 21, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (MAFAR-BARMM) joins the celebration of 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆, honoring the dedication of Bangsamoro fisherfolk who sustain our vital aquatic resources. We also recognize the efforts of policymakers, researchers, and conservationists who champion…
PUERTO PRINCESA, PALAWAN – The National Seaweed Congress 2024, held on November 7-8, brought together key stakeholders in the Philippine seaweed industry to discuss the latest developments, trends, and innovations. Director General for Fisheries Mr. Pendatun S. Patarasa, MPA; Director II of Fisheries Operations Services Dr. Macmod D. Mamalangkap; and OIC of the Fisheries…
MAKATI CITY – Information, Communication and Technology Section of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform undergo Training on Documentary Production and Script Writing on October 27-31. This activity aims to capacitate ICTS personnel with enhanced knowledge in documentary production and scriptwriting, ensuring efficient service delivery to the Bangsamoro farmers, fisherfolk, and agrarian reform…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform through its Fisheries Services, recently organized a Training-Workshop on Coral Reef Assessment and Monitoring using the C5 Method and an Orientation to Taxonomic Amalgamation Units (TAUs). This event took place at Precious Cabana Resort in Brgy. Badak and Brgy. Tapian, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte, from…
COTABATO CITY – New agricultural facilities launched this month in the Bangsamoro region aim to strengthen livelihoods, boost incomes, and improve food security for farming and fishing communities. Supported by the “Support Agriculture and Agribusiness Enterprises in Mindanao for Sustainable Development” project, funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in partnership with the Food…
COTABATO CITY – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Bangsamoro Autonomous in Region Mindanao (MAFAR-BARMM) through the Registry System for Basic Sector in Agriculture Project Management Office (RSSA-PMO) conducted a Training on RSBSA Georeferencing Use and Operation for Agri-Fishery Extension Workers from Maguindanao del Sur, Maguindanao del Norte, and Special Geographic Area…
SOUTH COTABATO – The Inland Resources Management Section (IRMS) of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform conducted training to capacitate fisheries personnel on inland water resource management on October 22-25. This activity aims to capacitate the participants on the importance of conserving inland resources. Provide awareness on the importance of targeted management areas…
The Special Development Program of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform led the simultaneous groundbreaking and inspection of infrastructure projects in some areas in Maguindanao on October 9-16, 2024. The ceremonial groundbreaking aims to Improve infrastructure that meets community needs and supports economic development. MAFAR-SDF Program Officer Roselainie A. Mamalaguia, MAPDS, and…
Farmers and residents from Maguindanao del Norte and Maguindanao del Sur will soon benefit from a farm-to-market road, streamlining the transportation of farmers’ produce. The Special Development Program of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform headed the three consecutive groundbreaking of FMR on October 14-15. Engr. Mastura Abdul, MAFAR-Engineer and Member of the…
SULU -The Philippine Rural Development Project, Regional Project Coordination Office BARMM held a groundbreaking ceremony on October 15 for the Construction of an All-Weather Drying Facility for Coffee in Barangay Latih, Patikul, Sulu. This drying facility is worth PhP593,770 funded under the World Bank’s 2nd Additional Financing with EU Co-Financing Grant designed to support…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of worth PhP5.9 million seed storage facility in Campong Inudaran, Marantao, Lanao del Sur on October 11, 2024. Click here to read more: https://tinyurl.com/yw5epk5d
In a continuous move to support Basilan’s fishing community, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a PhP5 million worth of ice block maker facility in Barangay Banah, Tipo-Tipo on October 10, 2024. The Groundbreaking ceremony was led by Bangsamoro Director General for Fisheries Services…
MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform- Special Development Fund led the groundbreaking ceremony of the MAFARLENGKE Trading Center which will market the goods produced by the local farmers and fisherfolk. On October 9, 2024, Director General for Agrarian Reform Taugan S. Kikay, Ph.D., MAFAR Consultant Daud K. Lagasi, Ph.D.,…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) has distributed 60,000 kilograms of seaweed seedlings to farmers across nine municipalities in Tawi-Tawi, aims to enhance seaweed production and provide much-needed support to coastal communities in the province.
In a continuous effort to strengthen the local seaweed farming industry, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform has successfully distributed 30,000 kilos of seaweed seedlings across several municipalities in Basilan on October 8-9, 2024. Click here to read more: https://tinyurl.com/mr39s3ck
Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) held a groundbreaking ceremony for a Solar Ice Block Maker in Tandubas, witnessed by Hon. Mayor Al-Shalid Salih on October 8, 2024. Click here to read more: https://tinyurl.com/y9ye2va9
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform in Lanao del Sur kicked off the much-awaited Ceremonial Distribution of Php5,000 Cash Assistance today, offering crucial support to local farmers and fisherfolk affected by the El Niño. Click here to read more: https://rb.gy/bpnxp5
COTABATO CITY – The Bangsamoro Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Council (BRAFC) of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform hosted the 2024 Mindanao AFC Stakeholders Conference. On October 1-4, the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) spearheaded the four-day activity together with the RAFC offices from CARAGA, SOCCSKSARGEN, Northern Mindanao, Davao, Zamboanga and…
The Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), through its I-Plan component, in partnership with the MAFAR Rice Program, conducted an orientation on Rice Value Chain Analysis (VCA) Tools on October 3, 2024, in Cotabato City. The activity aims to equip enumerators and stakeholders from Maguindanao del Sur and Norte for using VCA tools to analyze rice…
COTABATO CITY – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform and the Al-Amanah Islamic Investment Bank of the Philippines (AAIIBP) had made the signing of the memorandum of agreement in Cotabato City on September 25, 2024. The agreement pertains to the partnership between the ministry and AAIIBP especially in the administration of the…
To enhance Agricultural Infrastructure in SGA, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a Multi-Purpose Building with Drying Pavement in Barangay Pedtad, Kabacan, Special Geographic Area (SGA) on September 25, 2024. This project marks a significant advancement in strengthening the region’s agricultural infrastructure, providing vital…
MAFAR TURNS OVER FISH CAGE WITH VITAL RESOURCES TO BOOST BACOLOD FISHERMEN COOPERATIVE’S LIVELIHOOD As part of the government’s initiative to support local fishermen and promote sustainable fish farming the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, through the Special Development Fund, turned over one unit of a fish cage to the Bacolod Fishermen Cooperative…
In a significant move to support the livelihood activities of farmers and fisherfolks, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR), through its Gender and Development (GAD) program, successfully handed over various set of post-harvest materials to cooperatives and associations in Maguindanao Sur and Norte from September 4-6, 2024. Diana A. Manalasal, MAFAR-GAD Focal,…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform through the Special Development Fund, undertook a significant initiative by organizing the turnover of a Solar-Powered Irrigation System aimed at supporting agricultural productivity in Bubong-Ramain, Bubong, Lanao del Sur, on September 4, 2024. The ceremonial event was led by MAFAR-SDF Program Officer Engr. Najib B. Usman, along…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) handed over various agri-fishery inputs to nine cooperatives and associations across different municipalities in Basilan on August 21 and 30, 2024. This initiative, funded by the Special Development Fund, aims to support local farmers and fisherfolk in boosting their productivity and income. The turnover included…
Five cooperatives and associations from municipalities of Sulu received essential fisheries post-harvest equipment from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) under the Special Development Fund from August 23 to 28, 2024. The Central Sulu National Guard Front Fishermen Cooperative, Ijinullah Fishermen Cooperative, Bangsamoro Suluans Agri-Fishing Association, and Pandami Agri-Marine Producer Cooperative each…
LANAO DEL SUR – The Municipality of Tamparan is set to benefit from a new Solar-Powered Irrigation System (SPIS) that will soon be constructed in Barangay Picarabawan. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on August 22, 2024, in Barangay Picarabawan and was led by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) Regional Engineering Division,…
COTABATO CITY – At least 26 members of the Bangsamoro Regional Agriculture and Fishery Council attended the regular consultation meeting and sectoral consultation meeting on the fishery. The activity was spearheaded by BRAFC Chairperson Dr. Salik B. Panalunsong, Director General for Fisheries Services Pendatun S. Patarasa, MPA and BRAFC Coordinator Esmael S. Satol, Ph.D. BFAFC…
To better equip farmers with the proper techniques for corn cultivation, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR), through the Special Development Fund (SDF), organized a two-day training session for the farmer cooperatives in in Barangay Amai Didtimbang Balindong, Masiu, Lanao del Sur on August 13-14, 2024. The training focused on corn…
DAVAO CITY – To improve the quality and the availability of didactic material on organic agriculture in the region, Agricultural Extension Workers underwent Training on the Manual of Operation in Region BARMM Batch 2. The Research, Development, and Extension (RDE) Services under the Nationally-Funded Program (NFP) of the Ministry of Agriculture. Fisheries and Agrarian…
MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR – Special Development Fund of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian officially broke ground for the construction of Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) project at Barangay Pikeg, Shariff Saydona Mustapha. On August 8, MAFAR-SDF Program Officer Roslainie A. Mamalaguia, MAPDS together with SDF Engineers, SDF Project Management Office, and constructors led the…
Farmers in Maguindanao del Norte will soon benefit from different agricultural facilities from the Special Development Program of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform. MAFAR-SDF Program Officer Roslainie A. Mamalaguia, MAPDS led the simultaneous groundbreaking together with SDF Engineers and the SDF Project Management Office. SDF Program Officer Mamalaguia said that the several…
The Islamic Finance Task Force of the Bangsamoro Government and Bangsamoro Turkish Educational Academy holds the “International Conference on Islamic Economy and Islamic Ethics and Islamic Finance Management” on August 1-2, 2024. IFTF-Chair Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., spearheaded the activity together with the resource person from Turkey at the Shariff Kabunsuan Cultural Complex. Chair Yacob…
DAVAO ORIENTAL – In a significant effort to support former combatants, 15 units of modified Payao were handed over to the fisherfolk cooperative on July 31, 2024, in Barangay Lucatan, Tarragona, Davao Oriental. The project, proposed by Roy Lopez, chairman of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front – Political Committee (MILF-PolCom) in Davao Oriental, was…
In a continuous effort to boost agricultural productivity in the Bangsamoro region, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, through the Special Development Fund (MAFAR-SDF) conducted a turnover ceremony of 10 units of farm tractors on July 23, 2024, at the MAFAR Fisheries Outreach Station in Marantao, Lanao del Sur. Atty. Khalid D.…
On July 18, 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Special Development Fund (MAFAR-SDF) turned over one (1) unit of farm tractor to the Tabay Coconut Farm Producer Cooperative in Barangay Budas, Balabagan, Lanao del Sur. The Tabay Coconut Farm Producer Cooperative is dedicated to coconut and cassava farming, and the…
𝐂𝐎𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 -Bangsamoro farmers, fisherfolk, and agrarian reform beneficiaries received agri-fishery inputs and titles during the Bangsamoro farmers and fisherfolk week cum 4th MAFAR distribution of CLOA. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform led the activity on July 16-18, 2024 at the Shariff Kabunsuan Cultural Complex. The recipients of the agri-fishery inputs…
In line with the celebration of Bangsamoro Farmers and Fisherfolks Week, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) conducted a series of distribution of farm machinery and agri-fishery inputs for the farmers and fisherfolks cooperatives from Maguindanao del Sur and Maguindanao Del Norte on July 16-18, 2024. Through the MAFAR Special Development…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform together with the Department of Agrarian Reform distributed the land titles to Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries in BARMM. Today, July 16, BARMM Chief Minister Ahod B. Embrahim, Al-Haj, Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., Director General for Agrarian Reform Taugan S. Kikay, Ph.D., Atty. Kazel C. Celeste, Undersecretary…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform conducted the 9th Expanded Management Committee Meeting cum MMO Summit at Dusit Thani, Davao de Oro, from July 8-12, 2024. The event, themed “Transformative Steps towards Economic Development in the Bangsamoro,” was spearheaded by Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., along with key personnel and stakeholders of…
MAGUINDANAO DEL SUR – Farmers and residents from four barangays in the Municipality of Talayan and neighboring areas now enjoying the improved access from their farms to market following the successful turnover of a World Bank-funded Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) project on July 7, 2024, in Barangay Lanting. The project, spanning 9.46 kilometers with two…
On June 20 & 22, 2024 the MAFAR-Sulu Agrarian Reform Operation Support Services organized a productive training session on Coffee Production and Marketing in line with the MAFARDUCERS Program 2024. The event was well-attended by 100 coffee farmers who are Moro Nakib Kahil Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries in Brgy. Lahing-Lahing, Omar, Sulu The session featured an…
𝐖𝐀𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐍! 𝐌𝐀𝐅𝐀𝐑-𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐌 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝟒:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦-𝟓:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦, 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠|| 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐘: 𝐆𝐋𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐑 𝐄𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐄𝐋 #𝐌𝐀𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐀𝐭𝐊𝐢𝐭𝐚 #𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨
At least 25 personnel of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform participated in the Training on Data Management, Mapping, and Weather Data Correlation of the Pest and Disease Incidence on Agricultural Commodities Using a Geographic Information System (GIS). Science Research Specialist II, Ms. Maricar Arbilo-Soberano, and Mr. Mark Andrey S. Palicpic, Project Assistant…
This activity aims to establish a pool of BARMM officials and managers with enhanced knowledge, appreciation, and practice of Islamic values that will help them in serving the Bangsamoro people and communities. A total of 22 participants from the MAFAR regional office to the provincial office are present in the said activity. #MAFARamingAniAtKita #SerbisyongBangsamoro source:…
To implement programs and projects for the Agrarian Reform Communities in the region, the Social Infrastructure Building Division of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform has successfully conducted a four-day activity of Agrarian Reform Community Development Plan Formulation Workshop at Koronadal City on June 18 – 21. The ARC Development Plan is a…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Philippine Rural Development Project (MAFAR-PRDP) distributed various packages of seaweed farming inputs and equipment for the three seaweed farming cooperatives on June 26-27, 2024, in Tandubas, Tawi-Tawi. The three cooperatives, including Tongbangkaw Seaweeds Farmers and Fisherfolks Producer Coop, Parhimpunan Karandahan Kepeng Producer Coop, and Magdaraing Ma…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Philippine Rural Development Project (MAFAR-PRDP) distributed various packages of seaweed farming inputs and equipment for the three seaweed farming cooperatives on June 26-27, 2024, in Tandubas, Tawi-Tawi. The three cooperatives, including Tongbangkaw Seaweeds Farmers and Fisherfolks Producer Coop, Parhimpunan Karandahan Kepeng Producer Coop, and Magdaraing…
To implement programs and projects for the Agrarian Reform Communities in the region, the Social Infrastructure Building Division of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform has successfully conducted a four-day activity of Agrarian Reform Community Development Plan Formulation Workshop at Koronadal City on June 18 – 21. The ARC Development Plan is…
LANAO DEL SUR – Farmers in Barangay Parao, Kapai, are set to benefit from a new Multipurpose Drying Pavement, expected for completion within 60 days after a recent groundbreaking ceremony held on June 13 at Barangay Parao, Kapai, Lanao del Sur. According to Senior Science Research Specialist Guiapar Esmael, “This Multipurpose Drying Pavement will…
The Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), Project Support Office Mindanao (PSO-Mindanao), Regional Project Coordination Office of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region and Muslim Mindanao (RPCO-BARMM), and the Municipal Local Government Units (MLGUs) of Sulu and Tawi-Tawi gathered for a Joint Technical Review (JTR) on June 3-10 at Citi Inn, Hotel, Zamboanga City. RPCO-BARMM I-BUILD Specialist…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform proudly participated in the 2nd National Agriculture and Fisheries Technology Exhibition, standing out among 45 contenders from across the Philippines and securing the gold medal in the booth competition held at Cagayan de Oro City from June 3 to 7, 2024. Director of DA-BAR, Dr. Junel…
In continuous support to farmers and fisherfolks in the Bangsamoro region, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) distributed essential equipment to cooperatives to enhance productivity in their fields. On June 3, the One Thirteen Agri-Business and Merchandising Agriculture Cooperative in Barangay Tibuhol, Kumalarang, Zamboanga del Sur, received one (1) unit of…
ZAMBOANGA CITY – To improve the effectiveness of MAFAR Municipal Officers (MMOs) and field personnel, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) conducted a capacity training on Land Acquisition and Distribution Cum Support Services, Agri-Fishery Legal Operations from May 28-30. Director General for Agrarian Reform Taugan S. Kikay, Ph.D., emphasized the importance…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform- Special Development Fund turned over infrastructure and inputs to boost agri-fishery regional productivity. This project aims to uplift farmers and fisherfolks, providing essential support to enhance their livelihoods. MAFAR Chief of Staff, Arphia T. Ebus, Sh. C said the Bangsamoro farmers, fisherfolk, and ARBs are the…
COTABATO CITY – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) conducted a Smallholder Horticulture Empowerment and Promotion (SHEP) Approach Training through the Agribusiness Marketing and Assistance Division on May 28. The training was graced by MAFAR Chief of Staff Arphia T. Ebus, JD, Sh.C., and attended by MAFAR employees to help improve…
In a significant move to bolster agricultural productivity and uplift rural communities, the Special Development Fund of MAFAR (MAFAR-SDF) has provided tractors and tools to selected qualified cooperatives in Maguindanao. On May 22-24, the three-day activity aims to empower local farmers and producers by equipping them with essential resources to enhance production capabilities and…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Philippine Rural Development Project (MAFAR-PRDP) distributed vital seaweed farming inputs and equipment to the Badjao Dilaut Fishermen Cooperative on May 21, 2024, in Barangay Karaha, Panglima Sugala, Tawi-Tawi. Led by Deputy Project Director Ammal D. Solaiman and Fisheries Services Director General Pendatun S. Patarasa, the…
At least 41 participants attended the facilitators on ARC community organizing and cooperative development on May 16-19, 2024, at Zamboanga City. The agrarian reform beneficiaries who participated are from Maguindanao del Norte, Maguindanao del Sur, Lanao del Sur, Basilan, and Sulu. Director II for Agrarian Reform Services, Tong D. Pinguiaman, Ph.D., said the training is…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR), through its Fisheries Regulatory and Law Enforcement Division (FRLED), participated in the 2nd Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) Training held at the Fisheries Law Enforcement Training School in Pagbilao, Quezon, from May 5-18, 2024. The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Office conducted…
The Research, Development, and Extension Services (RDE) of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) in the Bangsamoro region conducted Participatory Performance Testing and Validation (PPTV). This PPTV became a rice planting festival for the project “Accelerating the Development and Adoption of Next-Generation Rice Varieties for the Major Ecosystems in Bangsamoro Autonomous…
The Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), represented by the team from PSO Mindanao, RPCO BARMM, organized a stakeholders’ consultation workshop for the development of the hot chili value chain analysis in Tawi-Tawi. Held at Rachel’s Place in Bongao on May 8, 2024, key stakeholders participated in the workshop, including the 11 MAFAR Municipal Officers…
In a continuous stride towards advancing research development and execution services, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform held another groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of an Admin Office Building in Barangay Lakit-Lakit, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi on April 24. Supervised by Abdul Naseep Ulong, the Supervising Agriculturist and Manager of BARMM Integrated Agriculture and…
DAVAO CITY – Seventeen (17) personnel trained on conducting soil fertility assessment and mapping to empower agricultural communities for a more resilient and agricultural future in the Bangsamoro region. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, through the Integrated Laboratory Division, headed the said activity on April 15-19 at Davao City. This activity…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform’s commitment to enhancing agricultural and rural development in the Bangsamoro region reached new heights with the recent Mainstreaming of the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP) Tools and Innovations cum Workshop on Business Preparation held at the Pagana Kutawato Restaurant, Cotabato City, on April 16-18, 2024. Led…
ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR – To continue support to the former combatants, one multi-purpose building with a solar dryer was formally handed over to the One Thirteen Agri-Business and Merchandising Agriculture Cooperative, in Barangay Buyugan West, Kumalarang, on April 16. The turnover ceremony was led by the MAFAR-SDF Program in collaboration with the Project Management…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform is recognized as the most outstanding revenue-collecting ministry based on the Target Performance on the Collection of Regional Taxes, Fees, and Charges for FY 2023. On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, the Ministry of Finance and Budget and Management- Bangsamoro Treasury Office led the activity at Grand…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, together with the PNP Maguindanao Maritime Group and Cotabato City LGU, conducted a joint seaborne patrol operation, market and landing denial in the coastal areas of Maguindanao del Norte and Cotabato City. The Monitoring Control and Surveillance Section (MCSS) under the Fisheries Regulatory and Law Enforcement…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform conducted a Technical Budget Forum for FY 2025, spearheaded by Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., at Pagana Kutawato Native Restaurant, Cotabato City on March 12-16, 2024. The activity, marked as a crucial event for the ministry’s services, facilitated strategic planning, promoted transparency, and ensured efficient resource…
MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Special Development Fund (MAFAR-SDF) recently turned over one unit of fishpond and essential fishery inputs to the Magapas Farmers Association held on March 14, 2024, at Barangay Matengen, Sultan Kudarat. The Magapas Farmers Association received comprehensive resources aimed at enhancing their…
MALAYSIA – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform participated in the 2024 Brunei Darussalam-Indonesia-Malaysia-Philippines East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) Strategic Planning Meeting (SPM) held in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia on March 12-14. For this year’s SPM, it had centered on the review of the BIMP-EAGA Rolling Pipeline of Projects (RPoP) for 2023-2025, the…
COTABATO CITY – Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., and MAFAR officials headed the ceremonial ribbon-cutting that marked the official opening of the MAFARamadhan Fair at the Bangsamoro Government Center. The Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division (AMAD) of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform has conducted the activity of the celebration with Ramadhan…
LANAO DEL SUR – To enhance the local fishing industry, the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Agrarian Reform – Special Development Fund (MAFAR-SDF) turned over three units of solar-powered mini-ice plants to the Coastal Malabang Fishing Marketing Cooperative on March 8, 2024, at Campo Muslim, Malabang, Lanao del Sur. For years, fishermen in the community…
LANAO DEL SUR – To enhance agricultural production, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform conducted a Groundbreaking Ceremony for Corn Seed Storage with Solar Dryer in Dagolonan, Tagoloan, on March 8, 2024. Led by Atty. Khalid Ansano, the Provincial Director of MAFAR Lanao del Sur, along with key personnel, including Engr. Abdulgaphar…
COTABATO CITY – The Tao Food Company, led by Chairman Julio Sy, Sr., met with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform key officials headed by Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., to discuss the potential partnership on the Rice to Rise Program on March 7, 2024, held at MAFAR Conference Room, Bangsamoro Government Center,…
A total of 126 cats and dogs were vaccinated in Upi, Maguindanao del Norte by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Local Government Unit of Upi to strengthen rabies awareness month. This activity starts the kick-off for the month-long celebration of the 2024 Rabies Awareness…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform is participating in the Mindanao Trade Exposition (MTE) Fair, showcasing its commitment to highlighting the vibrant agri-fishery products of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. MAFAR is represented by the Agribusiness Management and Assistance Division (AMAD), the Fisheries Post Harvest Marketing Division (FPHMD), and MAFAR’s…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, in collaboration with the Japan International Cooperation Agency, including the Japan Embassy, IC Net, and Smallholder Horticulture Empowerment and Promotion (SHEP) of the Capacity Development Project for Bangsamoro (CDPB), conducted a Training of Trainers (TOT) on the safe and effective use of pesticides at BARMMIAFRC. On…
ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY – In a significant development for the local fishing community, fishermen from Tungawan were granted two essential units of fishing boats with complete accessories from the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries and Agrarian Reform – Special Development Fund (MAFAR-SDF). On March 4, the turnover ceremony was led by MAFAR-SDF Program Officer Roslainie A.…
Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, received two awards, the Honoris Causa as Doctor of Science in Agriculture and received an award as World-Class Public Servant of the Year. The 7th Asian University International Doctoral Conferment and Awards was held at Pasay City, Manila, on March 2, with this…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Special Development Fund (MAFAR-SDF) successfully handed over four units of Mini Rice Mills with De-stoners and Generator sets to deserving cooperatives. MAFAR-SDF Program Officer for Operation and Coordination Roslainie A. Mamalaguia, MAPDS, led the turnover ceremony of the machinery to the four coops including Makinugon…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform conducted simultaneous Year-End Performance Assessment Review at General Santos City on February 2024. The performance assessment is focused on Developing plans and programs that enhance the quality and efficiency of the Ministry’s three main services to strengthen the capability of the staff in the delivery of quality…
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., spearheaded the Review and Assessment of PAPs FY 2023 for the Admin and Finance Management Services and Offices under the Office of the Minister at Davao de Oro. The evaluation aims to review and assess the status of implementation, monitoring, and evaluation activities conducted…
TAWI-TAWI- To enhance the sustainable development of Agri-Fisheries in the region, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Research, Development, and Extension Services in partnership with the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) has conducted a training course on marine fish and abalone hatchery operations. On February 20-24, the training is designed…
COTABATO CITY – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform celebrated its pioneering collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH (GIZ), the Bangsamoro Development Agency (BDA), and Pambansang Kilusan ng mga Samahang Magsasaka (PAKISAMA) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Villa Miranda. On February 22, the event marks…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Regional Engineering Division, in collaboration with the Research Development and Extension Services, has officially begun the construction of an Admin Office Building for the Research Outreach Station in Basilan and Sulu Province after the successive groundbreaking ceremonies. On February 21, MAFAR-BASILAN Provincial Director Hanie Muadz A.…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform conducted a comprehensive consultation workshop on the Proposed Bangsamoro Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (BAFAR) Code at the Horizon Suite, General Santos, on February 13-17. At least 20 MAFAR employees, including officials from the Office of MP Mohammad Y. Yacob, actively participated in the workshop, ensuring thorough…
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., awarded as Influential Leader in Public Service by Asia’s Influential Leader Awards, February 16, at Grand Ballroom, Okada Manila. Minister Yacob earned recognition as a “Prominent Leader in Agricultural Development” through his agricultural leadership and sustainable farming practices, and enhancing food security for the…
The Regional Project Coordination Office BARMM recently conducted a Capacity Development and Business Continuity Planning workshop for the Proponent Groups in Barangay Badak, General S.K. Pendatun, Maguindanao del Sur on February 13-16, 2024. The primary objective of the training was to equip the Badak Multi-Purpose Cooperative with the necessary skills and strategies to ensure the…
TAWI-TAWI – The seaweed farmers from Barangay Dampong and Tampakan, Municipality of South Ubian, benefited from the Fish Landing and Warehouse with Solar Dryer facilities, as the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform – Philippine Rural Development Project successfully conducted the turnover ceremony on February 13, 2024. Leading the turnover ceremony was Deputy Project…
LANAO DEL SUR – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform recently conducted the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Rice Processing Center with Solar Dryer in Ditsa-an Ramain, Lanao del Sur, on February 9, 2024. To facilitate faster and more efficient rice processing, the ministry provided the Barlin Farmer Multi-Purpose Cooperative with a Rice Processing…
two-day Training/Orientation on Coastal Resource Management by the Fisheries Resource Management Division on February 7- 8, 2024. The activity is a continuous effort of the ministry aimed to educate fisherfolks and BLGUs within the region’s coastal communities on the management and conservation of our coastal ecosystems. A series of lectures have been discussed with the…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, through the Gender and Development program, distributed a total of 36 goat heads to two women’s groups hailing from the towns of Barira in Maguindanao del Norte and Rajah Buayan in Maguindanao del Sur. On February 5, Diana A. Manalasal, the MAFAR – GAD Alternate Focal, spearheaded…
MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform officials cited the benefits of the administration building for the Research Outreach Station (ROS) during the groundbreaking ceremony on January 31 held at Barangay Mirab, Upi.Tong A. Abas, Director II for Research Development and Extension Services at MAFAR emphasized the crucial role of…
DAVAO CITY- To ensure quality deliberations, and implementations of the special funded projects of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform, the Office of the Special Concerns has conducted a team Building cum Strategic Planning 2024 on January 26-29. Spearheaded by Minister Mohamad S. Yacob, Ph.D., Chief of Staff Arphia T. Ebus, JD. Sh.…
COTABATO CITY- MAFARLENGKE exhibitor from the six provinces of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao generated Php 108,000.00 thousand during the 5th Bangsamoro Founding Anniversary. The MAFAR Local Exchange and Network of Goods in any Kind of Emergency aims to revolutionize local commerce by fostering accessibility to fresh and reasonably priced agricultural and fishery…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform distributed another 128 heads of native goats to the Farmers’ Cooperative in the Special Geographic Area (SGA) and Cotabato City on January 23-24. Ninety-six (96) native goats were distributed to the local farmers from Barangay Kayaga, Kabacan, North Cotabato, while 32 were allocated to Cotabato City. Disumimba…
In a thrilling showcase of skill and determination, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform-Special Geographic Area (MAFAR-SGA) Men’s and Women’s Volleyball teams have secured their championship victory at the 5th Bangsamoro Foundation Day Inter-Province Sports Tournament. The championship games, held at MPW-PMO on January 21, 2024, and spearheaded by the Bangsamoro Sports Commission,…
COTABATO CITY – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform opened its Budget Proposal for F.Y. 2025 during the 2024 Work and Financial Plan (WFP) and Project Procurement Management (PPMP) Workshop on January 19. This initiative aims to improve operational efficiency within the ministry’s services and other sectors, ensuring that all ministry officials are…
To enhance operations and foster development within the ministry, a three-day workshop on the formulation of the 2024 Work and Financial Plan (WFP), Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP), and Extended Fund of FY 2023 has been conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform. Over 150 employees from different offices, including Regional Services,…
H.E. Luc Véron, European Union in the Philippines Ambassador, Head of Cooperation Christopher Wagner, Programme Manager for Cooperation Myrto Christofido, Senior Minister Abunawas Maslamama, Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., MTIT Minister Abuamri Taddik, and Project Director Datu Hamsur Zaid led the ceremonial activity held at Shariff Kabunsuan Cultural Complex. BAEP is a five-year program worth…
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform continued its effort to multiply the livestock production in the region with the distribution of native chickens and goats on January 15, 2023. A total of 375 native chickens, part of the Livestock Regular Program, and 112 native goats, adhering to Halal Compliant Production standards were distributed…
MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE – To safeguard and ensure the efficiency of agri-fishery inputs, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) breaks ground for the construction of a storage facility in the BARMM Integrated Agriculture and Fisheries Research Center, on January 8. Director II for Research Development and Extension Services, Tong A. Abas led…
In a stride towards enhancing agricultural infrastructure, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform marked a significant milestone with a simultaneous groundbreaking ceremony for three units of Multi-Purpose Drying Pavements in the Municipalities of Guindulungan, Talitay, and Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur. On January 4, Bangsamoro Director General for Agriculture Services Daud K.…
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