Bago Agriculture

08/10/2026

07/10/2026

Congratulations, Juleanne Clarisse F. Gico! 🎉

The Office of the City Agriculturist – City Government of Bago proudly congratulates Juleanne Clarisse F. Gico for successfully passing the October 2026 Licensure Examination for Fisheries Professionals.

Your achievement is a testament to your dedication, perseverance, hard work, and commitment to the fisheries profession. May this milestone open new doors of opportunity and inspire you to continue serving our communities and contributing to the sustainable development of our fisheries and aquatic resources.

We are truly proud of you! May you continue to pursue excellence and make a meaningful difference in the field of fisheries.

Congratulations, Juleanne! 🎓🐟🌊
Your OCA Family is celebrating this well-deserved achievement with you!


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06/10/2026

The Office of the City Agriculturist of Bago City, in partnership with PhilRice- Negros, continues to strengthen support for rice farmers in the South Area of the NIA Bago River Irrigation System (BRIS) through the distribution of certified rice seeds under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) for the 2nd Cropping – Dry Season.

For this distribution, a total of 1,184 bags of rice seeds will be provided to 415 rice farmers, covering 672.67 hectares of rice production areas in Barangays Pacol, Caridad, Sagasa, Alianza, and Malingin. This assistance is intended to ensure that farmers have access to quality seeds for the upcoming cropping season.

The distribution is part of the continuing efforts to improve the productivity and competitiveness of rice farmers in Bago City. By providing quality planting materials, the program helps reduce farmers’ production costs while supporting better crop establishment and improved yield potential.

The South Area of BRIS plays an important role in sustaining rice production in Bago City. With the availability of irrigation and appropriate agricultural interventions, our rice farmers are better positioned to maximize their production areas and contribute to the city’s rice sufficiency and food security.

As of today, the Office of the City Agriculturist has received a total of 1,634 bags out of the 17,000-bag allocation from PhilRice for Bago City. The remaining allocation will continue to be received and distributed to qualified farmer-beneficiaries as scheduled.

The City Government of Bago, through the Office of the City Agriculturist, remains committed to ensuring that government agricultural programs reach our farmers and respond to their needs. We likewise recognize the important role of our farmers in providing food for our communities and strengthening the local agricultural economy.

Through the continued collaboration among PhilRice, the City Government of Bago, the NIA- Bago River Irrigation System, and our rice farmers, we move forward toward a more productive and resilient rice sector working together for stronger farmers, sustainable agriculture, and a food-secure Bago City. 🌾


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01/10/2026

PARTICIPATORY MONITORING AND TRACKING (PMT) OF DA-FUNDED PROJECT

Last September 30, 2026, the Office of the City Agriculturist of Bago City welcomed the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) Participatory Monitoring and Tracking (PMT) Team for a monitoring activity of the DA-funded project, the Organic Fertilizer Composting Facility located in Brgy. Malingin, Bago City.

The activity aimed to monitor and assess DA-funded and completed agricultural projects while strengthening coordination and ensuring that agricultural programs and facilities continue to benefit our local farmers and agricultural stakeholders.

Our sincere appreciation goes to the DA-RFO-NIR, PCAF, the Negros Island Organic Producers Association, and all partners and stakeholders for their continued collaboration and commitment to sustainable and inclusive agricultural development in Bago City and the Negros Island Region.

Together, let us continue growing a stronger and more sustainable agricultural community!

01/10/2026

SEARCH AND EVALUATION FOR OUTSTANDING RURAL AND COASTAL NEGRENSE WOMEN AND ORGANIZATIONS🌾👩‍🌾

On September 29, 2026, the Office of the City Agriculturist of Bago City participated in the field validation for the Search and Evaluation for Outstanding Rural and Coastal Negrense Women and Organizations.

The activity was conducted in support of recognizing and honoring rural and coastal women who have made meaningful contributions to agriculture, fisheries, livelihood development, and their communities.

The field validation was conducted together with the City Agriculturist, Marvin John B. Blance, and Agricultural Technologist, Lea Bimbao, in coordination with the distinguished panel of evaluators. Also joining the activity were Ligaya Villanueva, RIC Provincial Coordinator, and Mon Adecer, Provincial Agriculture Consultant.

This initiative is in line with the Gawad Saka Awards and Republic Act No. 9710 or the Magna Carta of Women, which promotes the recognition, empowerment, and active participation of women in community and sustainable development.

🌱 Empowering Women. Strengthening Communities. Inspiring Sustainable Development.

23/09/2026

23/09/2026

CITY AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2027–2029
Planning Workshop | September 23–24, 2026
📍Balay ni Tan Juan, Brgy. Poblacion, Bago City

The City Agriculture and Fisheries Development Plan (CAFDP) 2027–2029 aims to serve as a strategic roadmap for the sustainable and inclusive development of Bago City’s agriculture and fisheries sectors.

It provides a framework for identifying the needs, priorities, challenges, and opportunities of our farmers, fisherfolk, agricultural workers, and other stakeholders, and translating these into responsive programs, projects, services, and investments for the next three years.

The plan aims to strengthen agricultural productivity and competitiveness, food security, farmers’ and fisherfolk’s livelihoods, market access, climate resilience, sustainable resource management, and value-adding opportunities, while ensuring that development interventions are aligned with the overall development goals of Bago City.

Through participatory and evidence-based planning, the CAFDP 2027–2029 will help determine what needs to be prioritized, what interventions are needed, and where resources should be directed to achieve meaningful and sustainable results for the agriculture and fisheries sector.

The planning workshop was attended by Dr. Emiliano L. Sama, Jr., Technical Assistant for Agriculture & Education and Development; Dr. Jonathan Lobaton, Executive Assistant III; City Agriculturist Marvin John Blance; CAFC Officers and Sectoral Representatives; and the Office Technical and Administrative Staff.

The activity underscores the importance of collaboration, consultation, and shared responsibility in shaping a development plan that responds to the actual needs and aspirations of Bago City’s agricultural communities.

Planning today. Prioritizing what matters. Building a stronger, resilient, sustainable, and food-secure agriculture and fisheries sector for Bago City.


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22/09/2026