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The official page of the Regional Agricultural and Fishery Council - Cordillera Administrative Region (RAFC-CAR).

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙨 (𝘼𝙁𝘾𝙨) 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨' 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙘-𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙗𝙤𝙙𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙖𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙛𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨, 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚'𝙨 𝙋𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 (𝙋𝘾𝘼𝙁).

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝘼𝙧𝙚
AFCs are a nationwide network (Barangay up to National) composed primarily of private sector volunteers (farmers, fisherfolk, a

nd agribusiness leaders). They serve as the institutional mechanism for participatory governance, ensuring policies are relevant and sector-driven, as mandated by the Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act (RA 8435).

𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙡𝙚𝙨
AFCs perform three vital functions, formalized under the Guidelines on the Engagement of Consultative Bodies (GoECB):

Advisory and Policy: They are the official forum for the private sector to critique, advise, and endorse the DA's plans, budgets, and policies before implementation. Monitoring and Evaluation (Watchdog): They establish private sector-led teams to conduct on-site validation and oversight of government-funded agricultural projects, ensuring accountability and transparency. Integration and Partnership (The Bridge): They link the DA with local governments (LGUs) and, notably, the RAFC Chairperson acts as the Farmer Regional Executive Director (FRED) every May, embedding the farmer's perspective directly into regional executive management.

13/06/2026

𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗶 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶: 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗼𝗿𝘀

Join us in extending 𝙠𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙡𝙞 to our brothers and sisters in Mindanao who are reeling from the devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake that struck Sarangani province. The Regional Agricultural and Fishery Council (RAFC), FPOP Baguio-Benguet Chapter, and our dedicated partner organizations are launching an urgent, rapid-response monetary donation drive to aid displaced families currently facing widespread damage and aftershocks.

By focusing solely on 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦, the initiative eliminates regional shipping delays and high transport costs, transforming your generosity into instant purchasing power for our ground teams to help families who have lost their homes and access to basic necessities.

All collected monetary donations will be submitted directly to the FPOP SOCCSKSARGEN Chapter. They are on the ground and are responsible for the immediate purchase and rapid distribution of highly critical relief supplies.

Scan the QR codes below or use the details provided to send your financial help. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a direct and immediate impact.

GCash:
Account Name: Arjay Empizo
Account Number: 0910-780-8038

LandBank:
Account Name: Sylvester Anamong
Account Number: 1376320428

⚠️ IMPORTANT: To Ensure Accountability ⚠️

Please send a screenshot or a photo of your transfer receipt to the DA RAFC Cordillera or Kabataang FPOP Montañosa page immediately after sending your donation. This is crucial for tracking and ensuring total transparency.

Please note that the donation drive will accept contributions for exactly one week, running until June 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

08/06/2026

Following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Glan, Sarangani at 7:37 a.m. today, June 8, 2026, RAFC-CAR sends our thoughts and deepest prayers to Mindanao. The Cordillera agricultural community stands with our fellow farmers, fisherfolk, and families affected by this disaster. Stay safe and strong, Mindanao.

05/06/2026

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀

True representation begins with a transparent, democratic process. Agricultural and Fishery Councils (AFCs)rely on a structured electoral system to install their leaders. Held every three years, these elections give private sector stakeholders the power to choose who will front their policy recommendations and guide local project tracking.

Supervised by a dedicated Electoral Board and cross-checked through the Volunteer Management System (VMS), the process ensures that only active, accredited sector practitioners shape the council's leadership. Under the administrative oversight of the elected Chairpersons and technical Secretariat-Coordinators, the conclusion of the electoral cycle reinforces the provisions of DILG-DA JMC No. 1, s. 2025, securing a legally recognized, highly competent voice for our food producers in local governance.

04/06/2026

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿

Driving agricultural progress requires knowledgeable and dedicated leaders at the grassroots level. Councils rely on qualified private sector representatives to ensure effective public-private consultations.

To uphold the integrity of these bodies, members must meet strict qualifications established by PCAF. Candidates must be active sector practitioners, belong to an accredited civil society organization, and be officially registered through the Volunteer Management System (VMS). Under the administrative guidance of the Chairpersons and technical Secretariat-Coordinators, these qualified leaders ensure that the provisions of DILG-DA JMC No. 1, s. 2025 are met, giving local farmers and fisherfolk a competent and legally recognized voice in governance.

03/06/2026

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀

Effective agricultural development relies on governance networks that match local political structures. Aside from the standard Provincial Agricultural and Fishery Councils (PAFCs), the institutional framework incorporates specialized city-level bodies tailored to specific legal classifications. These include the Highly Urbanized City Agricultural and Fishery Councils (HUCAFCs), Component City Agricultural and Fishery Councils (CAFCs), and Independent Component City Agricultural and Fishery Councils (ICCAFCs). This distinct categorization ensures that private-sector policy advocacy and project monitoring align perfectly with corresponding local government units.

Within the Cordillera Administrative Region, this administrative blueprint translates to the inclusion of one HUCAFC (Baguio City) and one CAFC (Tabuk City) alongside the region's provincial bodies. Guided by the strategic mandates of DILG-DA JMC No. 1, s. 2025, the collaboration between these diverse council leaders and their technical coordinators guarantees that regardless of a locality's urban classification, private sector stakeholders hold a permanent, legally recognized seat at the governance table.

28/05/2026

𝙄𝙩𝙤𝙜𝙤𝙣 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝘼𝙁𝘾 𝘿𝙖𝙮; 𝙃𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝘼𝙁𝘾𝙨, 𝙑𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞-𝙀𝙭𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙧𝙨

Culminating the vibrant celebration of Farmers and Fisherfolk Month, the Itogon Municipal Agricultural and Fishery Council (MAFC), the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist (OMAG), and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Itogon successfully staged the grand Awarding Ceremony for the Search for Outstanding Barangay Agricultural and Fishery Councils (BAFCs) and Search for Outstanding Farmer/Fisherfolk Volunteer on May 26, 2026, during the Agriculture and Fishery Day (AFC Day) festivities.

The competitive search, meticulously patterned after the benchmarks of the PCAF National Volunteer Day (PCAF NVD) and the prestigious Gawad Saka Awards, recently underwent a strict field validation by regional and provincial evaluation teams to determine the final winners among the top three contenders.

Setting an inspiring tone for the event, Dr. Susan Balanza, RAFC Executive Officer and Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation Division (PMED) Chief, delivered a powerful keynote message prior to the presentation of awards. Dr. Balanza lauded the local leadership for institutionalizing such reward systems and emphasized the critical, unyielding contribution of agricultural volunteers and grassroots councils in sustaining food security amidst prevailing economic and sector challenges.

Expanding its recognition of vital frontliners, the search also honored the Outstanding Barangay Biosecurity Officer (BBO) and Outstanding Barangay Agriculture Extension Worker (BAEW) for their indispensable roles in safeguarding local livestock and improving farm technology transfer. Furthermore, institutional excellence was spotlighted through special awards given to the Most Supportive Barangay Local Government Unit (BLGU) and the Outstanding Barangay Committee on Agriculture for their exceptional legislative and financial backing of municipal food production.

The awarding ceremony stands as a testament to Itogon's dedication to boosting morale, strengthening barangay council operations, and celebrating the selfless individuals and institutions driving the sustainable development of the municipal agriculture and fishery sectors.

25/05/2026

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 | 𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗖-𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴-𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆, 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗣𝗢𝗣 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀

Demonstrating its commitment to holistic employee well-being and inclusive development, the Regional Agricultural and Fishery Council - Cordillera Administrative Region (RAFC-CAR) hosted the weekly flag-raising ceremony today, May 25, 2026, at the Department of Agriculture-Regional Field Office CAR (DA-RFO CAR) grounds.

The event highlighted the council's strong collaborative partnerships with Easter College, Inc. - Department of Nursing and the Family Planning Organization of the Philippines (FPOP) Baguio-Benguet Chapter. Following the morning ceremony, nursing students from Easter College provided free blood pressure monitoring and health screenings, while FPOP Baguio-Benguet spearheaded family planning services, distributing vital commodities including oral contraceptive pills and condoms alongside providing reproductive health counseling. A total of more than 55 employees from DA-RFO CAR, the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) successfully availed themselves of these free medical and family planning services throughout the morning.

This healthcare initiative is part of the institutional commitment of RAFC-CAR to promote health equity, aligned with its advocacy for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) within the agricultural sector and partner government agencies. By integrating workplace wellness with professional advocacy, RAFC-CAR continues to champion a healthier, more inclusive environment for the workforce driving regional agricultural development.

25/05/2026

𝙍𝘼𝙁𝘾-𝘾𝘼𝙍 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙫𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙨 𝙈𝙞𝙙𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝘼𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝘼𝙙𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙘 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚𝙨

Moving forward with its mandate to strengthen sectoral governance, the Regional Agricultural and Fishery Council - Cordillera Administrative Region (RAFC-CAR) conducted its Midyear Assessment on May 21–22, 2026, at the EM Royalle Hotel in San Juan, La Union. The two-day strategic assembly focused on evaluating regional performance, tracking legislative milestones, and formulating interventions for ongoing agricultural challenges.

The body thoroughly reviewed the operational accomplishments of the Farmer Regional Executive Director (FRED) Ryan U. Palunan alongside the presentation of the council's 1st Quarter Accomplishment Report. Central to the agenda was a comprehensive review of local agricultural issues and the status of policy resolutions aimed at mitigating challenges on the ground.

To ensure alignment with national directives, Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) officials provided critical organizational updates. The briefings were spearheaded by PCAF National Coordinator for CAR Renzo Miguel M. Siao and Cluster Coordinator for CAR Fraulein Claire G. Ronquillo, who both underscored the importance of data-driven policy monitoring and consultative leadership.

Crucially, the assembly dedicated its main plenary to deliberate on immediate, actionable interventions regarding the ongoing economic crisis affecting Cordilleran farmers and fisherfolks. By evaluating grassroots feedback and strengthening institutional mechanisms, RAFC-CAR reinforces its commitment to developing resilient safety nets, policy recommendations, and sustainable solutions for the region’s primary food producers.

22/05/2026

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗜𝗳𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗼

On May 22, 2026, the Provincial Agricultural and Fishery Council (PAFC) of Ifugao marks its 20th Anniversary as the first council in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) to be institutionalized. This historic journey began with Resolution No. 8, Series of 2005, led by pioneers Caridad L. Dulinayan and Dominga N. Nalliw, which culminated in the passage of Provincial Ordinance No. 2006-030. Approved by then-Governor Benjamin B. Cappleman, this landmark legislation formally integrated the council into the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU), ensuring that the voices of the private agricultural sector were morally, socially, and financially supported as a permanent fixture of provincial governance.

Over the past two decades, the council’s statutory support has evolved to meet the growing needs of the highlands. While the original 2006 ordinance mandated an annual appropriation of PhP 50,000.00, subsequent leadership under Modesto K. Bahul Sr. and Jimmy G. Lingayo successfully advocated for increased resources. The most recent milestone occurred on August 23, 2023, with the passage of Provincial Ordinance No. 2023-12, which raised the annual budget to PhP 300,000.00. Today, PAFC Ifugao stands as a regional trailblazer, proving that institutionalized volunteerism is a vital and sustainable engine for agricultural modernization and people empowerment.

21/05/2026

𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 | 𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗖-𝗖𝗔𝗥 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗔𝗙𝗖 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀

In line with the celebration of Farmers and Fisherfolk Month, the Regional Agricultural and Fishery Council (RAFC-CAR) and the Provincial Agricultural and Fishery Council (PAFC) Benguet recently conducted a field validation of the Top 3 finalists for the Search for Outstanding Barangay Agricultural and Fishery Councils (BAFCs) and the Search for Outstanding Farmer/Fisherfolk Volunteer.

The evaluation team comprised the leadership from both the regional and provincial bodies. Representing RAFC-CAR were the RAFC Chairperson, the RAFC Coordinator, and the PCAF Region-based Coordinators, while PAFC Benguet was represented by the PAFC Chairperson and the PAFC Coordinator. Together, these key officials ensured a meticulous, objective, and high-level evaluation process.

This competitive search is an initiative of the Itogon Municipal Agricultural and Fishery Council (MAFC), the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist (OMAg), and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Itogon to recognize exceptional grassroots leadership and community service. To guarantee the integrity of the selection, the criteria are strictly patterned after the guidelines of the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries National Volunteer Day (PCAF NVD) and the prestigious Gawad Saka Awards, aligning local achievements with established national benchmarks for agricultural excellence.

The official announcement and honoring of the winners will take place on May 26, 2026, during the grand celebration of Agriculture and Fishery Day (AFC Day). Through this incentive program, the Itogon MAFC continues to strengthen BAFC operations and elevate the vital role of agricultural volunteers in driving municipal development.

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