DA Caraga wages campaign on RSBSA registration
By Aurelius
P. Arais
BUTUAN
CITY, Apr. 6 -- Be counted and be part of the agricultural development.
Hazel
Colinares, Regional Focal Person of RSBSA of DA-Caraga, said that as of March
22, 2021, close to 97,000 farmers and fishers were already RSBSA registered.
“We are
appealing to other farmers and fishers who haven’t registered yet to report to
their nearest Municipal Agriculture Office to be counted, “Colinares said
during the DA-Caraga’s radio program "Bahandi sa Kaumahan."
The
registration of RSBSA is open to all farmers, farm laborers, and workers, and
fisherfolks.
“The
registration is not just limited to the farm owner but including tenants that
should be properly identified,” Colinares clarified.
“For
the tenant, they just have to bring certification from the Punong Barangay
where the farm is located. However, if the Punong Barangay is not aware of the
tenant and owner’s agreement, he or she must bring the written agreement
between the lot owner and the tenant as proof,” she added.
Colinares,
who is also the Chief of the Extension and Partnership Section of DA-Caraga,
said that to be enrolled, farmers are required to bring a 2x2 colored ID
picture and the farm ownership documents such as the land title, tax
declaration, and or the barangay certification.
The
registration form can be obtained at their Municipal Agriculture Office. A
successful registrant will receive a stub and they are advised to keep it as
proof of being an RSBSA registered.
To
fast-track the registration, Colinares revealed that DA-Caraga hired 51
enumerators, 40 encoders, and 5 clerical staff.
DA
Regional Executive Director Abel James I. Monteagudo reiterated that RSBSA
registration is the most basic requirement to avail various services, programs,
and projects of the government.
“Through RSBSA, we at the DA will have a clearer picture of how many persons are directly involved in the agri-fishery sector and this forms part as the basis for coming up with a comprehensive agricultural project or interventions,” said Colinares. (DA Caraga/PIA Caraga)
TESDA continues
toolkit distribution in Agusan Norte
BUTUAN
CITY, Apr. 6 -- Some 534 scholars of the Special Training for Employment
Program (STEP) of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
(TESDA) were awarded with starter toolkits during the Second Leg of Awarding of
ToolKits on March 23, 2021 at the City Gym in Cabadbaran City, Agusan del
Norte.
The
activity was spearheaded by TESDA Agusan del Norte, headed by Dir. Rey M.
Cueva, in close coordination with the Provincial Training Center-Agusan del
Norte, headed by Center Administrator, Engr. Ruben T. Carduza, Sr.
The 534
STEP scholars, who were from the municipalities of RTR, Magallanes, Tubay and
Cabadbaran City, delightfully received their starter toolkits which were made
possible through the efforts of Rep. Ma. Angelica Rosedell M. Amante-Matba.
The number of starter kits distributed
are as follows:
• Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) NC I - 121 sets
• Bread Making (Leading to BPP NC II)- 86 sets
• Bread and Pastry Production NC II - 75 sets
• Hilot (Wellness Massage) NC II- 51 sets
• Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II - 51 sets
• Cookery NC II - 50 sets
• Prepare Cold Meals ( Leading to COK NC II) - 25 sets
• Cake Making (Leading to BPP NC II) - 25 sets
• Produce Organic Fertilizer (Leading to OAP NC II) - 25 sets
• Produce Fertilizer (Leading to OAP NC II) - 25 sets
In her message, TESDA Caraga regional director Tarhata Mapandi congratulated
the scholars and instilled in their minds that "Attitude, Behavior,
Character and Desire to Succeed" will bring them to greener pastures and
opportunities.
On the
other hand, Agusan del Norte Gov. Dale Corvera acknowledged TESDA's commitment
and support in reaching out to far-flung communities and in giving these
communities equal opportunities for skills development thus making skills
trainings as an instrument to combat insurgency and issues with peace and
development.
In her
message, Rep. Matba, also acknowledged TESDA's role in providing skills and
livelihood programs to far-flung barangays in all sectors. She cited that
through TESDA, the women were given equal opportunities like men to be trained
with hard skills ( eg. Carpentry, Welding and even Driving), making skills
development available for all sectors in the community, embodying the TESDA
Abot Lahat principle. She committed to continue her support in providing
Scholarship Programs that aim to address problems with poverty and food
security. She mentioned that for 2022 she allotted P10M for the same
purpose. (TESDA Agusan del Norte/PIA Agusan del Norte)
Army partners with
TESDA for skills training in Agusan del Norte
By Maj.
Francisco P. Garello, Jr.
BUTUAN
CITY, Apr. 6 -- The Army's 402nd Infantry (Stingers) Brigade,
Philippine Army has partnered with the Technical Education and Skills
Development Agency (TESDA) Agusan del Norte through the Northern Mindanao
School of Fisheries (NMSF) for the conduct of a four-day Skills Training to
Stingers troopers and its dependents. Said training was held at the
headquarters, Brgy. Bancasi, this city for the first two days and at the NMSF,
Brgy Matabao, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte for the remaining days.
A total
of 20 personnel of 402nd Brigade and four military dependents completed the
said skills training. The participants underwent four days of training on Table
Setting, Table Napkin Folding, Table Skirting, Coffee Making, Mixing of
Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Concoction, and Cookery that will be used in the
daily activities of the unit, during special occasion and even in their own
homes. The training was facilitated by the NMSF headed by Nancy De Guzman, OIC
School Administrator of NSMF, and Training Section of 402nd Brigade.
The
said training is in line with the Brigade's intent of equipping its personnel
with various skills as part of professionalizing the troops under the Army
Transformation Road (ATR) map. The endeavor also aims to strengthen the commitment
and partnership between TESDA and the Army's 402nd Brigade under the Provincial
Poverty Reduction, Livelihood and Employment Cluster (PRLEC) of the Task Force
Ending Local Communist Armed Conflict (TF- ELCAC).
Brigadier
General Maurito Licudine, the 402nd Brigade Commander, said the training, as a
convergence program and partnership with TESDA, significantly promotes the
skills competency of the troops. "As such, we must always endeavor to
provide quality services that will satisfy the expectations of our stakeholders
visiting the camp including our own personnel. Hence, there is a need to
conduct this training to provide excellent services as a reflection of our
standards and professionalism," he said.
Meanwhile,
Director Rey Cueva, the TESDA Provincial Director, Agusan del Norte, extends
his sincerest gratitude to the soldiers being the protector of the people and
preserving the peace and at the same time recognizing their vital role in
nation-building.
He
highlighted the partnership with the Brigade underscoring the role of the
Philippine Army thru the Community Support Program (CSP) in the implementation
of livelihood interventions to Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas
(GIDAs) which are the targets of CPP-NPA Terrorist (CNT) exploitation.
Dir.
Cueva further shared the role of the soldiers as a partner of TESDA during
calamities such as the construction and repair of houses, providing
transportation for the toolkits and TESDA scholars, free services during the
civic actions, and the security assistance being provided when TESDA personnel
are visiting Peace and Development Zones (PDZs) during pay-outs and other
related activities.
BGen.
Licudine conveyed his utmost gratitude to TESDA and NMSF for being an
instrument in enhancing the troop’s skills. “This training is only one of the
many partnerships between the TESDA and this Brigade. We have ongoing projects
and programs intended for the IPs and our Former Rebels (FRs) and other lined
up activities under the convergence of Poverty Reduction, Livelihood, and
Employment Cluster (PRLEC) in line with the implementation of EO Nr 70,"
he said.
“Rest
assured that your Army is committed to sustain the partnership thru our
Community Support Program in the conflict-affected areas and GIDAs in order to
bring the government closer to the people and attain peaceful and
conflict-resilient communities,” BGen Licudine added. (CMO Officer, 402nd
Brigade PA)
Gadgets nga gamit sa
online class gipadangat sa mga estudyante sa Agusan del Norte
By
Karen Decamotan
DAKBAYAN
SA BUTUAN, Abril 6 -- Gi-turn over sa probinsyal nga panggamhanan sa Agusan del
Norte ug Ayala Foundation, Inc. ang 25 ka tablets ug 150 ka wifi modems ngadto
sa mga estudyante sa elementarya ug senior high school sa pinili nga tunghaan
sa probinsya.
Sa
pagpanguna ni Gob. Dale B. Corvera ug ni Garrett Paolo B. Nolasco, ang senior
manager sa Mindanao operations sa Ayala Foundation Inc., ug mga superintendents
sa Department of Eduction (DepED) sa Agusan del Norte Schools Division, gihatag
nila ang mga units ngadto sa mga maestra ug maestro sa matag tunghaan ingon man
sa mga ginikanan sa mga estudyante nga mitambong sa nahitabong Turn-over
Ceremony niadtong Marso 30 sa Pietros Square, Butuan City.
Sumala
pa ni Nolasco, pasiuna pa lamang kini ug naa pay moabot nga laing 70 units
alang sa mga estudyante sa Cabadbaran City.
Sa
iyang mensahe, gibutyag ni Gob. Corvera nga napili ang probinsya isip usa ka
recipient niini tungod sa kasamtangang partnership tali sa Ayala Foundation ug
probinsya pagpatuman sa usa ka Youth Leadership program.
“I am
very happy of what is happening now kay para nako, this is a breakthrough.
Daghan ang gusto ma enroll sa online classes, ang problema walay gadgets, walay
opportunity nila nga makagamit og ingon ani,” matud ni Gob. Corvera.
“Daghan
tingale mo enroll if we will give them an opportunity nga maka hold og ingon
ani. Ug magpadayon ni. Maybe the province will allocate some funds to procure
para ihatag pod nato sa mga bata nga gusto mo enroll og online classes,” dugang
sa gobernador.
Ang
makadawat sa mga units mao ang mosunod nga tulunghaan: Culit Elementary School
sa Nasipit – 3 units sa Home Wifi Devices; Buenavista Central Elementary School
– 7 units of Home Wifi Devices; Buenavista SPED Elementary School – 116 units
of Home Wifi Devices ug 10 ka tablet units; Buenavista National High School – 1
unit of Home Wifi Devices; Carmen National High School – 20 units of Home Wifi
Devices ug 15 tablet units.
Nakatakda usab nga mahatag ang dugang units sa Cabadbaran City sa karong buwan sa Abril. (LGU Agusan del Norte/PIA Agusan del Norte)
