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𝗗𝗔𝗥 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲| Series of Services: DARPO Sarangani Sits in Coordination Meeting Between NCIP and Municipal Tribal Chieftains; Conducts 1st Assessment and Monitoring of Landholdings

GENERAL SANTOS CITY—DAR Sarangani settled meaningful dialogue with National Commission on Indigenous People (NCIP) and Municipal Tribal Chieftains in a coordination meeting at Tierra Montana Hotel, National Highway, City Heights on June 1.

Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer (PARPO) II Oding B. Yusoph, JD, SCL in his opening remarks, emphasized the importance of peace dialogues and listening to the concerns of beneficiaries under S.P.L.I.T. Project.

The dialogue started with the concerns of Maitum ARBs followed by Maasim with the guidance of NCIP that bloomed to more critical analysis of settling the said concerns.

Meanwhile, DAR Sarangani conducted assessment and monitoring of landholdings targeted for field validation under S.P.L.I.T. Project at Eulogia Hotel and Resort the next day.

This is to ensure the timely delivery of outputs connected to the conduct of field validation under the Support To Parcelization Of Lands For Individual Titling (S.P.L.I.T.) reflecting the exigency of service.

For the Calendar Year 2026, DAR - Sarangani has a total target for Field Validation of 4,227 hectares concerning collective landholdings located in the Municipalities of Sarangani Province and General Santos City. There are Field Validation Teams (FVTs) that were hired to complete the validation process and submit the required documentations as result of their ground verification pursuant to Administrative Order No. Series of 2024.

DAR Sarangani has been persistent in the service of Filipino farmers, ensuring the service must be manifested in a most quality way.

𝗗𝗔𝗥 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀| DAR XII Conducts Pilot Testing on Geospatial Mapping of Coffee and Cacao Farmers in Maitum

MAITUM, Sarangani Province – Personnel of the Department of Agrarian Reform Region XII under the Value Chain for Sustainable Transformation in Agrarian Reform Communities (VISTA) Project are currently conducting the Pilot Testing on Geospatial Mapping of Coffee and Cacao Farmers in Maitum, Sarangani Province from June 2 to 4, 2026.

The activity is led by Engr. Roger B. Igbus, Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Coordinator and Planning Officer IV of DAR Regional Office XII, with the participation of VISTA Project personnel from the Provincial Project Management Offices (PPMOs) of North Cotabato, Sarangani, South Cotabato, and Sultan Kudarat.

As part of the pilot testing, participants are carrying out farmer profiling, geotagging of farm areas, photo documentation, and mapping of coffee and cacao plantations using the geospatial mapping application. The activity aims to validate the system’s functionality and ensure the accuracy of location-based data that will support value chain development and project planning within Agrarian Reform Communities (ARCs).

The initiative is expected to strengthen data-driven decision-making and enhance the implementation of interventions under the VISTA Project, particularly in supporting coffee and cacao farmers across the region.

Through this undertaking, DAR XII continues to promote innovative and technology-driven approaches toward sustainable agricultural development and improved livelihoods for agrarian reform beneficiaries.

New VISTA NPD Meets DAR XII Project Implementers

GenSan, June 3 — Key officials and personnel of the VISTA Regional and Provincial Project Management Offices (R&PPMOs) of DAR Region XII met with Assistant Secretary Atty. Marjorie P. Ayson, the newly designated National Project Director of the VISTA Project, on June 3, 2026 at a venue in General Santos City.

Led by DAR XII Regional Director Mariannie Lauban Baunto, and the PARPOs of the 4 provinces, as well as technical coordinators of each province, the delegation discussed project updates, implementation bottlenecks, and alignment of regional activities with the national directives of the VISTA Project.

The VISTA Project, implemented by DAR with funding support from IFAD, focuses on value chain innovation to drive sustainable transformation in agrarian reform communities in CAR and Region XII.

DAR XII Re-orients VISTA Project Staff on E-Budget, E-NGAS Systems

GenSan, June 2 — To strengthen financial management and accountability, the Department of Agrarian Reform Region conducted its Re-orientation on E-Budget and E-NGAS Training and Workshop for the Value Chain Innovation for Sustainable Transformation in Agrarian Reform Communities (VISTA) Project.

The five-day activity runs until June 5, 2026 and gathers VISTA Regional and Provincial Project Management Office (R&PPMO) officials and personnel from the Cordillera Autonomous Region and SOCCSKSARGEN Region, and supervised by the DAR-VISTA Central Project Management Office, led by FMS Director Dennis Ramos.

The training focuses on the Electronic Budget (E-Budget) System and the Electronic New Government Accounting System (E-NGAS). Both are critical government systems that ensure transparent, accurate, and efficient use of public funds.

By capacitating project implementers on E-Budget and E-NGAS, DAR XII seeks to uphold its commitment to good governance, transparency and integrity.

VISTA is a DAR special project funded by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) implemented in CAR and Region XII. It aims to enhance value chains and promote sustainable development in agrarian reform communities.

𝗗𝗔𝗥 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀| DARPO Sarangani Sets Off June with Monday Convocation; Presents Services for Government Employees

June officially began on a meaningful and energetic note as DARPO Sarangani gathered for its Monday Convocation at the DARPO Open Space, setting the tone for a month anchored on service, growth, and renewed commitment to the public.

In his privilege speech, Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer (PARPO) II Oding B. Yusoph, JD, SCL, reminded employees of the enduring principle that “public office is a public trust,” emphasizing the importance of transparency, integrity, and accountability in government service. His message resonated as both a reminder and a challenge for every public servant to continue serving with sincerity and purpose.

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝗜 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗔𝗥 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀

Afterwards, a seminar workshop followed at DARAB Office about a presentation on new loan offers and other available services for government employees by Bernard D. Guiveces, from Pagtutulungan sa Kinabukasan: Ikaw, Bangko, Industriya, at Gobyerno (Pag-IBIG) Fund, General Santos Branch.

In his opening remarks, Chief Agrarian Reform Program Officer (CARPO) of the Program Beneficiaries Development Division (PBDD) John H. Gamad underscored the value of financial preparedness, noting that having more options empowers employees to make wiser decisions for their future and their families.

Conversational Guiveces secures dynamic reciprocal communication in his speech giving different offers of Pag-ibig specifically loans and savings programs, and home financing assuring its accessibility and affordability for employees. The exchange became more than just a presentation. It evolved into a meaningful conversation on financial security and responsible planning.

DAR Administrative Officer IV Dena N. Flandez appreciated the resource speaker in her closing remarks, emphasizing the importance of cultivating a culture of saving and planning one’s future.

And as the month starts fresh for a new journey, DARPO Sarangani is ready to set and go with transparency, integrity and accountability, for it is more than trust, it is genuine and passionate service.

𝗗𝗔𝗥 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲| DARPO Sarangani Transcends Digital Workspace in Records Management Policy and Back-up System

To strengthen the knowledge of optimizing files in workspace, Department of Agrarian Reform Sarangani cascaded records management policy and back-up system for SPLIT Project, highlighting transcendence to digital workspace at Venue 88 Hotel and Events Place, General Santos City May 27-28.

“Dito sa ating pag-usapan…this is a very important discussion…this is all about proper handling of records and not only the records of our office but in the disposition of information. Ano iyong mga information na dapat sa office lang? Ano iyong information na dapat ilabas? Ano ang iyong mga information na kung sino ang responsible officer na puwede maglabas?” Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer II Oding B. Yusoph JD, SCL in his introductory message, highlighting the importance of workspace and discipline, while Records Officer II and Administrative Officer III Mae Ann Gregorio established the mood in the rationale of the workshop on the first day.

“Actually tanan gid ta na nagagunit og record is responsible sa documents na atoang ginahandle…so tayo, hindi lang tayo basta nagre-recieve ng documents, from receiving to retaining until either idispose siya or for archival lang natin…so that’s our responsibility as a public officer,” Ma’am Gregorio stressed

The event started with a pre test followed by speakership of MIS Support Staff under SPLIT Project, Jerry Deypalubos Jr., as he discussed the back-up system principles, specially in basic knowledge about document filling, differences of encryption and decryption, and different viruses and anti-viruses that created a dynamic interaction, followed by a workshop.

Engr. Lilian L. Dela Cruz of STO Division also discussed the Records Management Policy nitpicking clarification of procedures, standards, and protocols in records handling and maintenance as well as the discussion on the roles and responsibilities of Records Officers/Custodians and Alternate Records Custodians.

The 2 days of the event emphasizes the importance of DAR operations and the implementation of the SPLIT Project through proper records handling and storage practices, even in the digital workspace where workers and their service for the farmers has one common denominator: no one should be left behind.

𝗔 𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂! 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗿. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼!

Transitioning into retirement is often called one of life's toughest milestones. Yet, you face it having left an undeniable legacy. You stood firm in your faith, your principles, and your duties, teaching us that true public service is rooted in humanity and compassion.

Your DAR Sarangani family honors and celebrates you today, 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗜, 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗿. 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼 𝗖. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼!

For 41 fruitful, dedicated years of uplifting DAR Sarangani and our farmers—mula sa kaibuturan ng aming puso, maraming salamat sa buhay at tapat na paglilingkod mo, PARPO Ramon!

DAR XII Holds Training on RA 12009 IRR and M-PhilGEPS Utilization

Koronadal, May 29- The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Region XII conducted a 3-day training on the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of Republic Act No. 12009 and the use of the Modernized Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (M-PhilGEPS) from May 27-29, 2026, at the Greenstate Convention Center.

The activity is part of DAR’s continuing capacity-building program to support procurement reforms under RA 12009 and ensure efficient implementation of its IRR across regional and provincial offices.

Resource speakers included Adolfa Creayla, a retired COA State Auditor, and Atty. Libertine Cagang-Guanzon, the assistant regional director of DBM XII.

They shared their expertise to the participants which included members of the Bids and Awards Committee (BAC), BAC secretariats, accountants and budget officers from both the regional and provincial offices of DAR XII. The training focused on updating personnel on the new procurement guidelines and equipping them with the technical skills to navigate and utilize the modernized M-PhilGEPS platform.

DAR XII Regional Director Mariannie S. Lauban-Baunto emphasized the importance of the training in strengthening DAR’s procurement processes.

“Our goal is to make sure that every peso allocated for the implementation of the agrarian reform program s spent transparently and efficiently. Through this training, we are equipping our BAC members and budget officers with the right knowledge and tools to comply with RA 12009 and maximize the use of M-PhilGEPS. This is about faster, cleaner, and more accountable service for our ARBs,” she said.

For DAR XII, this is all about making procurement smoother so the office can deliver better support to ARBs and stakeholders.

DAR Sec. Conrado Estrella III Designated as Government Caretaker

DAR Region XII congratulates Secretary Conrado M. Estrella III on his designation as one of the Government Caretakers while President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. is on a four-day working visit to Japan.

Along with Executive Secretary Ralph Recto and Education Secretary Sonny Angara, Sec. Estrella will oversee the continuity of government operations and ensure that services to the public remain uninterrupted.

This recognition reflects the trust placed in DAR’s leadership to uphold good governance and deliver on the administration’s commitment to the people.

DAR XII will continue to push for faster land distribution and stronger support services to ensure farmers in SOCCSKSARGEN feel the impact on the ground.