Research Outreach Station for Lowland Development

26/05/2026

𝗣𝗔𝗚𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗜𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗙𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗞’𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗟 𝗡𝗔 𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗨𝗞𝗦𝗔𝗡

Naging matagumpay ang unang araw ng pagdiriwang ng Kagawaran ng Pagsasaka para sa Gitnang Luzon (DA-RFO III) ng Farmers and Fisherfolk’s Month 2026 na ginanap sa Tarlac City Gymnatorium, Brgy. Baras-baras, Tarlac City nitong ika-26 ng Mayo.

Dinaluhan ito ng mga magsasaka, mangingisda, katuwang na ahensya, at iba’t ibang stakeholder mula sa Gitnang Luzon bilang pakikiisa sa pagkilala sa mahalagang ambag ng sektor ng pagsasaka.

Bilang bahagi ng unang araw ng selebrasyon, nagsagawa ang DA-RFO III ng pamamahagi ng mga makinaryang pang-agrikultura, kagamitan, at iba pang interbensyon para sa 178 farmers’ cooperatives and associations sa rehiyon.

Nakiisa rin sa aktibidad ang iba’t ibang agricultural companies upang itampok ang kanilang mga produkto at teknolohiyang maaaring makatulong sa pagpapalakas ng produksyon at kabuhayan ng mga magsasaka.

Samantala, inaasahan namang isasagawa sa mga susunod na araw ng pagdiriwang ang iba’t ibang presentasyon hinggil sa mga programa at serbisyong handog ng Kagawaran ng Pagsasaka at mga katuwang na ahensya, gayundin ang market matching activities para sa mga kalahok na magsasaka at mangingisda.

26/05/2026

Farmers and Fisherfolk's Month Celebration

25/05/2026

The history of 𝐊𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 in the Philippines is tied to the era of global exploration. Introduced from Latin America during the Spanish colonial period, it arrived via the Manila Galleon trade alongside other essential crops.

𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐭: Unlike regular potatoes, Kamote is part of the Morning Glory family. It is a broad-leafed plant designed by nature to be hardy and productive.

𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫: Kamote is a nutritional powerhouse, loading your body with 𝐕𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐀 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐞 to help keep your immune system sharp.

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡: Scientific research highlights its potential anticancer properties, making it a smart choice for long-term health and wellness.

𝐒𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: It is one of the most efficient crops for farmers, providing high yields and essential nutrients with minimal environmental impact.

From its humble beginnings to its modern status as a healthy "𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫-𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛," Kamote remains a vital source of energy and resilience for the Filipino people.

18/05/2026

Long celebrated as a staple of traditional Filipino desserts, 𝐔𝐛𝐞 has evolved from a local classic into a global culinary phenomenon. With its signature deep-purple hue and distinctively nutty undertones, this vibrant yam acts as a bridge between time-honored heritage and modern gastronomy. More than just an ingredient, Ube stands as a living symbol of Filipino culture—blending the richness of our history with the innovation of today’s diverse food landscape.

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫: That famous purple hue comes from Anthocyanins, the same healthy antioxidants found in blueberries, which help support heart and immune health.

𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐥𝐞: It is less starchy than traditional yams and offers a distinctively sweet, mellow taste with subtle notes of vanilla.

𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞: This root is packed with healthy carbohydrates, vitamins, and fiber, making it an excellent energy source for a balanced diet.

Whether enjoyed as a traditional jam or used in modern culinary creations, Ube remains a true treasure of our local soil.

15/05/2026

Much like our other heritage crops, 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧 is a resilient "world traveler." It was brought to the Philippines from Mexico by Spanish explorers and traders during the 1500s. Since its introduction, it has become a cornerstone of our agricultural landscape, adapting to our tropical soil and becoming a vital source of energy and livelihood for millions.

𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞: It is naturally rich in 𝐑𝐢𝐛𝐨𝐟𝐥𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧 (𝐕𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐁2) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐫𝐨𝐧, 𝐙𝐢𝐧𝐜, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐜𝐢𝐮𝐦, supporting overall body function and energy levels.

𝐕𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐀 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞: The classic 𝐘𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐳𝐞 is a great source of Carotenoids, which help maintain healthy eyesight and boost the immune system.

𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲: Did you know? Purple and red corn varieties are especially high in phenolic compounds, offering powerful antioxidant benefits similar to berries.

𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: As a tall annual grain, corn is a highly efficient producer of carbohydrates, making it essential for sustainable farming and food security.

Whether eaten as a snack or a main staple, this golden grain is a true pillar of Philippine agriculture.

13/05/2026

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11/05/2026

🍄‍🟫𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 | 2𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡

🌾Ready to learn how to grow your own mushrooms and turn it into a sustainable source of income?

Join our 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and discover the basics of cultivation techniques on Oyster Mushroom Production
📅 Date: May 22, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 pm
📍 Platform: Zoom Meeting

Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your knowledge, this session is perfect for you!
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08/05/2026

We are forever grateful for your years of dedication, and service to the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office 3, 𝗗𝗥. 𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘 𝗠. 𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝗗𝗩𝗠.

Your hardwork and contributions to the agriculture and fisheries sector will leave a lasting impact and will always be remembered not just within DA RFO 3 Family, but also to the lives of the farmers and fisherfolk of Central Luzon.

Congratulations and enjoy your retirement, 𝗗𝗢𝗖 𝗜𝗠𝗔. May your retirement bring you good health, and happiness.

From 𝗥𝗦𝗟𝗗 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 ❤️🌾

We are forever grateful for your years of dedication, and service to the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office III, 𝗗𝗥. 𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘 𝗠. 𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗢𝗡.

Your hardwork and contributions to the agriculture and fisheries sector will leave a lasting impact and will always be remembered not just within DA RFO III Family, but also to the lives of the farmers and fisherfolk of Central Luzon.

Congratulations and enjoy your retirement, 𝗗𝗢𝗖 𝗜𝗠𝗔.

08/05/2026

As a high-energy starchy vegetable, 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐚 is a powerhouse of carbohydrates. Equipped with protective compounds that can release small amounts of cyanide. The "secret" to this golden root lies in preparation—proper cooking and processing neutralize these compounds entirely, transforming the raw root into the safe, versatile ingredient used in our favorite cakes, snacks, and flours.

𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐚 is a resilient, starchy staple that plays a massive role in our local food culture.

𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Whether it's ground into flour or used fresh, it is the star of iconic Filipino desserts like 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐯𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐤𝐞 and 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐢-𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐢.

𝐀 𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: In its raw state, cassava contains natural cyanogenic compounds. Proper boiling, steaming, or frying is the essential step that makes it perfectly safe and nutritious to eat.

𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐲 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭: It is one of the most reliable crops for farmers because of its ability to grow in tough conditions where other plants might struggle.

From its historical roots to its modern-day importance in food security, the "𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭" remains an essential part of our agricultural landscape.

https://www.recipesbynora.com/cassava-kamoteng-kahoy/

07/05/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to our newly designated OIC-Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations 𝗘𝗟𝗠𝗔 𝗦. 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗦! 🎊

With your dedication, unwavering commitment and leadership, we are confident that you will lead with integrity and make a meaningful impact in your new role towards greater achievements under the agriculture sector. 🌾