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𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗱𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝗸𝗶𝗱𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀

Sugarcane farmers of the Bukidnon Farmers CARP Beneficiaries Multi-Purpose Cooperative (BUKIFCARB MPC) in Don Carlos, Bukidnon continue to produce quality muscovado sugar as a source of livelihood and community pride, yet operational challenges and production bottlenecks can limit their efficiency and growth potential. To better understand these needs and identify appropriate interventions, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Bukidnon conducted a Technology Needs Assessment (TNA) on May 28, 2026, as part of its continuing efforts to support farmer-led enterprises through science, technology, and innovation.
On the same day, DOST Bukidnon also met with the Central Mindanao University–Mechanical Engineering Department to explore possible technical solutions and areas for collaboration that may help address the cooperative’s operational concerns. Through this initiative, potential opportunities for process improvement, enhanced productivity, and better product quality were discussed, laying the groundwork for future science and engineering-based interventions. By fostering collaboration among farmers, academic institutions, and government agencies, the activity supports the development of practical solutions that can help strengthen local enterprises, improve competitiveness, and create greater economic opportunities for sugarcane farming communities while addressing operational constraints that may affect long-term growth and sustainability.

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𝗧𝗢𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 & 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗖𝗔𝗖𝗔𝗢 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬: 𝗗𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗫𝗜𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗔-𝗔𝗧𝗜 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗼!

Under the visionary leadership of Regional Director Engr. Sammy P. Malawan, PhD, the Department of Science and Technology Region XII (DOST XII) Food Safety Team, in active collaboration with the Department of Agriculture through the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI-RTC XII), successfully conducted the "Training of Trainers on Cacao Post-Harvest Management, Processing, and Marketing" on May 19, 2026, at Belo Hall, ATI-RTC XII, San Felipe, Tantangan, South Cotabato.

The intensive training gathered key agricultural frontline workers and stakeholders from MAFAR BARMM, LGU-Midsayap, LGU-Kidapawan, LGU-Carmen, LGU-Kapalawan SGA BARMM, LGU-Makilala, LGU-Lake Sebu, LGU-Banisilan, LGU-Matalam, LGU-General Santos City, and LGU-Maasim, alongside local cacao farmers.

A major highlight of the activity was the comprehensive technical session led by Ms. Maritzu P. Salipada-Sinolinding, RCh, MFSM, the Food Safety Team Leader of DOST XII. Ms. Sinolinding mastered a critical deep-dive into the "Introduction to Food Safety and Sanitation" and "Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)" tailored directly for cacao processing. Her discussion highlighted the science behind proper food handling, rigorous sanitation, and strict quality assurance parameters required to transition local cacao into safe, premium-grade, and export-ready commodities.

Through this collaborative "Training of Trainers" model championed by Dir. Malawan, DOST XII intends to create a powerful multiplier effect. By arming Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) with rigid scientific methodologies, they are fully empowered to cascade these modern, compliant processing practices directly to grassroots farming communities across the region.

This science-driven approach ensures that our local chocolate and cacao products don’t just capture markets locally but confidently meet world-class food safety regulations.

Under the visionary leadership of Regional Director Engr. Sammy P. Malawan, PhD, the Department of Science and Technology Region XII (DOST XII) Food Safety Team, in active collaboration with the Department of Agriculture through the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI-RTC XII), successfully conducted the "Training of Trainers on Cacao Post-Harvest Management, Processing, and Marketing" on May 19, 2026, at Belo Hall, ATI-RTC XII, San Felipe, Tantangan, South Cotabato.

The intensive training gathered key agricultural frontline workers and stakeholders from MAFAR BARMM, LGU-Midsayap, LGU-Kidapawan, LGU-Carmen, LGU-Kapalawan SGA BARMM, LGU-Makilala, LGU-Lake Sebu, LGU-Banisilan, LGU-Matalam, LGU-General Santos City, and LGU-Maasim, alongside local cacao farmers.

A major highlight of the activity was the
comprehensive technical session led by Ms. Maritzu P. Salipada-Sinolinding, RCh, MFSM, the Food Safety Team Leader of DOST XII. Ms. Sinolinding mastered a critical deep-dive into the "Introduction to Food Safety and Sanitation" and "Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)" tailored directly for cacao processing. Her discussion highlighted the science behind proper food handling, rigorous sanitation, and strict quality assurance parameters required to transition local cacao into safe, premium-grade, and export-ready commodities.

Through this collaborative "Training of Trainers" model championed by Dir. Malawan, DOST XII intends to create a powerful multiplier effect. By arming Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) with rigid scientific methodologies, they are fully empowered to cascade these modern, compliant processing practices directly to grassroots farming communities across the region.

This science-driven approach ensures that our local chocolate and cacao products don’t just capture markets locally but confidently meet world-class food safety regulations.