DAR Mountain Province

31/03/2026

𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖

In accordance with Memorandum No. 222, and Memorandum Circular No. 116, DAR Mountain Province will adopt a work-from-home (WFH) arrangement on 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, from 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 to 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗡𝗡, and work is suspended from 12:00 NN onwards.

All officials and employees will observe the said arrangement. Despite this, the office assures the public that operations will remain continuous, and necessary coordination measures are in place to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of essential services.

Normal office operations will resume on 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Thank you for your understanding.

🎨KJM

28/03/2026

19/03/2026

In line with the ongoing efforts to verify land titles and support agrarian reform implementation, a series of field activities were conducted in selected barangays of Paracelis, Mountain Province. These included title verification, mediation among Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs), retrieval of Owner’s Duplicate Copies (ODCs), and Land Tenure Case (LTC) inspections.

Personnel from the Legal and Land Tenure Services (LTS) Division, led by ARPO II Kitsura L. Elitan under the leadership of OIC PARPO II Brenda P. Lafasni, traveled from Bontoc to Paracelis via Tabuk, Kalinga. During the travel, the team retrieved the ODC of OCT No. O-807-C from Mr. Dexter Paganao in Dilag, Dagupan, Tabuk, Kalinga.

The team then visited the Rural Bank of San Mateo (Isabela), Inc. to verify the annotated encumbrance on OCT No. O-1198-C under Ernesto Gunday et al. Mediation was subsequently conducted in Barangays Sinmacbot and Anonat involving ARBs under OCT No. O-250-C, during which the ODC under Sayod Madilag was also retrieved.

LTC inspections were carried out in Barangays Butigue, Población, and Palitud to assess land conditions and verify occupancy. In Bacarri, the team facilitated the ex*****on of documents for the reissuance of ODCs and conducted follow-ups on other titles. Mr. Jefferson Wandag also executed an affidavit regarding titles in his sister’s possession.

Meanwhile, a separate Legal Division team led by ARPO II Mae Ann P. Valencerina successfully retrieved TCT No. T-1261-C under Regilyn Ewangan et al. in Baguio City.

The retrieval of these land titles facilitated faster processing of land parcelization and related documentation by providing the necessary records for ownership verification, reducing delays associated with missing documents, and supporting the timely completion of required legal and administrative procedures.

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📷Cindy Feken/Zebulun Docallas

18/03/2026

17/03/2026

Bontoc, Mountain Province — The Department of Agrarian Reform Provincial Office of Mountain Province (DARPO-MP) lead by OIC PARPO II Brenda P. Lafasni welcomed delegates from Region 12, other provinces of CAR and DAR Central Office of the SECAP-GESI Unified Project Evaluation Tool and VISTA Project Technical Working Group (TWG) Iinterface Activity. Said activity brought together key project implementers and technical personnel to enhance coordination for better understanding of tools utilised, monitoring, and evaluation of project interventions benefiting Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) and their organizations.

The activity focused on the orientation and application of the Social, Environmental and Climate Assessment Procedures (SECAP) and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Unified Project Evaluation Tool, a mechanism designed to ensure that development initiatives are environmentally sound, socially inclusive, and responsive to the needs of communities. Ms. Lourdes Espenido and Ms. Lorraine Angelica C. Ablan introduced the tool to be used during the pretest workshop. "Through this tool, project implementers are able to systematically assess the potential environmental, social, and gender impacts of sub-programs and activities, while ensuring that safeguards are in place during project planning and implementation", Ms. Espenido said.

Participants were guided on how the evaluation tool can be utilized to strengthen project monitoring and to ensure that interventions under DAR-supported programs align with sustainable development principles.

12/03/2026

March 12, 2026 – Bontoc, Mountain Province – Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) – Mountain Province joined today’s Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) to strengthen disaster preparedness in the workplace.

Personnel practiced the “Duck, Cover and Hold” procedure and safely evacuated to the designated assembly area after the simulated earthquake alarm. Activities like this help ensure that everyone is ready and knows what to do in case of real emergencies.

12/03/2026

Farmers Express Gratitude as Solar Radio-transistor Reach their Communities

March 11, 2026 | Sagada, Mountain Province – Some officers and members of the Pide-Aguid-Fidelisan Multipurpose Cooperative (PAFMPC) expressed their heartfelt gratitude after they received the first of solar-powered radio transistors distributed to Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries’ Organizations (ARBOs) and Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) in the province.

The distribution of radios is part of the communication support initiative under the Support to Parcelization of Land for Individual Titles Project (SPLIT) of the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). A total of 41 solar-powered radio transistors will be distributed across Mountain Province to ensure that ARBs in remote communities can access timely information and updates.

For members of PAFMPC, the radios represent more than just a device—they symbolize connection, inclusion, and recognition of the needs of farmers living in geographically isolated areas. “Salamat isnan badbadang u kendakami, sapay kuma ta wada pay kasin u iyali ay pansayaatan mi”, thank you for your supports to us and we hope that you will bring more programs to help us more, said PAFMPC BOD Chairman Bernard Malecdan.

PAFMPC Manager Bangiyad Bolinget also shared her appreciation to DAR, “the trainings given to us are very helpful, officers and members who attended the trainings learned their roles in the cooperative and it helped us a lot”, she said.

The solar-powered feature of the radios is especially helpful for farmers who have limited access to electricity. With the ability to charge through sunlight, they can continuously receive news, public advisories, agricultural information, updates on government programs and entertainment without worrying about batteries or power supply.

10/03/2026

Please be Informed:
Pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 114, s. 2026 and DAR Memorandum 176, s. 2026; the Department of
Agrarian Reform Provincial Office of Mountain Province will implement a Four-Day Compressed Workweek effective immediately. The office will be closed during Fridays and will be opened Monday to Thursday, 6:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.

06/03/2026

The Department of Agrarian Reform – Mountain Province joined today’s Civic Parade as part of the National Women’s Month celebration.

The parade gathered various government agencies, organizations, and community groups in recognizing and celebrating the role and contributions of women in the community, as well as their continued involvement in local development and public service.

27/02/2026

DAR Validates ARB Records in Sadsadan and Cervantes to Ensure Accurate Parcelization in Tadian

The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) – Mountain Province is conducting field verification visits to locate Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) who were unable to attend the recent final pulong-pulong on the parcelization of the collective landholding under Arsenio Dumede et al., covered by OCT No. O-761-C, with a total area of 113.7325 hectares.

The concerned ARBs are currently residing in Sadsadan and Cervantes, while the landholding subject to parcelization is located in Cadad-anan, Tadian.

During the visits, DAR personnel present the results of the subdivision survey, including the proposed lot allocations, to the identified beneficiaries for review and verification. This step ensures that records are accurate, lot boundaries are properly identified, and beneficiary information is correctly documented before the finalization of lot allocations.

Validating these records ensures that ARBs receive the correct land allocations, reducing the risk of disputes and errors. The process promotes transparency and builds trust in the parcelization program. Accurate verification also sets the stage for the future issuance of individual titles, which will provide beneficiaries with secure land ownership and opportunities for credit, farming investments, and long-term livelihood improvements.

This initiative reflects DAR’s ongoing commitment to accuracy, transparency, and due process in implementing the parcelization program in Cadad-anan, Tadian.

📸Perez Likkab
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20/02/2026

𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱: 𝗗𝗔𝗥 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝗣𝘂𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗻, 𝗦𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮

Sadanga, Mountain Province – In a series of final pulong-pulong consultations, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) – Mountain Province, under the leadership of OIC PARPO II Brenda P. Lafasni, met with Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) in the barangays of Anabel (Feb 10–11) and Betwagan (Feb 17–18).

The sessions brought together ARBs from barangays of Anabel (February 10-11) and Betwagan (February 17-18) covered under the name of Jaime Tayab et al., with OCT No. 0-767-C with a total land area of 1032.5063 hectares, providing them with a first-hand look at official survey maps of their subdivided lots. Participants carefully reviewed boundaries and allocations, gaining a clearer understanding of the location, size, and extent of their landholdings.

Beyond reviewing maps, the pulong-pulong offered a space for the ARBs to ask questions, clarify concerns, and discuss the parcelization of their collective landholdings. For many, it was an important step in seeing how their shared land will eventually be divided into individual titles.

Both activities concluded with the documentation of discussions and survey results, marking another step in the ongoing journey toward land security for the community. Through these activities, DAR Mountain Province continues to provide guidance and support as beneficiaries move forward in the parcelization process.

📸Xylene Kannisi\Ali Lang-agan
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