The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) – Research Division, in collaboration with PhilFIDA Regional Office XI, conducted a training program titled “Hands-on Technology Transfer on Abaca Good Agricultural Practices” (GAP) on August 6-7, 2024, at DRFES, Bago Oshiro, Tugbok District, Davao City. Led by Dr. Leny T. Galvez and her team, the event brought continue reading : PhilFIDA’s Hands-On Technology Transfer on Abaca Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for Sustainable Abaca Cultivation

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority Regional Office VII (PhilFIDA RO VII), in partnership with the Provincial Government of Negros Oriental and its Negros Oriental Agri-Fisheries Center (NOAFC), recently conducted an intensive “Training of Trainers on Abaca Production Technology with an Emphasis on Good Agricultural Practices.” This initiative aims to enhance the skills of Agricultural continue reading : Abaca Production Training Elevates Negros Oriental’s Agricultural Extension Workers

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority-Technical Assistance Division (PhilFIDA-TAD) conducts its 1st Semester Assessment-Workshop on the Implementation of Programs, Projects, Activities (PPAs) for FY 2024. The assessment is a 3-day activity, vital for ascertaining the progress of projects, creating a plan of action, and addressing specific issues and concerns related to implementation of PPAs. The continue reading : PhilFIDA TAD 1st Semester Assessment-Workshop

The Regional Satellite Weaving and Processing Center for Bariw and other fibers in Libertad, Antique was formally turned over to the Libertad Bariw Weavers Federation (LIBAWFED) on July 3, 2024. This project, generously funded by the office of Senator Loren Legarda, aims to boost the local economy by providing better facilities and resources for bariw continue reading : PhilFIDA RSO VI Turns Over Regional Weaving Center in Libertad, Antique

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority Regional Office VII (PhilFIDA RO VII), in collaboration with DSWD Region VII and LGU-Tuburan, conducted a five-day Basic Handloom Weaving Training for members of the Bangkito Weavers Association in Tuburan, Cebu. This association, a beneficiary of the DSWD-Sustainable Livelihood Program (DSWD-SLP), aims to capacitate members who lack proficiency in continue reading : PhilFIDA’s RO VII Conducts LGU-Led Handloom Weaving Training in Tuburan, Cebu

Date Posted 11 July 2024 The DA-BAR unveils the Climate Resilient Agriculture and Fisheries through Transformative Research for Development (CRAFT R4D) plan. This strategic initiative aims to protect the Philippines’ agriculture and fisheries against climate change through research, capacity-building, and partnerships. Join us on this journey towards a climate-resilient Philippines! The soft copy is now continue reading : Announcing the CRAFT R4D Medium Term Plan 2024 – 2028

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority Regional Office VII (PhilFIDA-RO VII) recently conducted a two-day Farmers’ Training on Macro-Propagation Technology for Abaca at Tamlang Valley in Brgy. Talalak, Santa Catalina, Negros Oriental on June 20-21, 2024. The initiative aimed to equip local farmers with essential knowledge and skills in abaca production, focusing on the fundamental continue reading : PhilFIDA RO VII Advances Abaca Farmers in Tamlang Valley through Macro-Propagation Technology Training

PhilFIDA Regional Office XI (RO XI) joined the efforts to aid farmers affected by the Abaca crisis, in which the Provincial Local Government of Davao del Norte, led by Acting Governor De Carlo “Oyo” Uy and spearheaded by the Provincial Agriculture Office, organized a mass distribution event on July 3, 2024, at Sto. Niño Gym, continue reading : PhilFIDA’s Support in the Provincial Government’s Initiative to Support Abaca Crisis-Affected Farmers in Talaingod

On June 21, 2024, the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority Regional Office X (PhilFIDA RO X) hosted its annual stakeholders’ forum, Abakausapan 2024, at The Veranda in Casisang, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. This event aimed to provide stakeholders with updates and insights into recent developments within the fiber industry, drawing participation from 41 individuals representing farmer continue reading : Stakeholders Unite at Abakausapan 2024 in Bukidnon to Address Fiber Industry Challenges

Date Posted 03 June 2024 Catanduanes, Philippines – As part of the 8th Abaca Festival celebration, the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) distributed two hundred (200) 3-in-1 Modified Abaca Stripping Knives (MASK) to local abaca farmers in Catanduanes. These MASKs feature interchangeable serrations, allowing users to choose the appropriate blade depending on their desired continue reading : PhilFIDA Distributes 3-in-1 Modified Abaca Stripping Knife (MASK) in Virac, Catanduanes