Philippine Coconut Authority Region VII

20/10/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥-𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡 𝗡𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗦 𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟: 𝑺𝑻𝑹𝑬𝑵𝑮𝑻𝑯𝑬𝑵𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑪𝑶𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑼𝑻 𝑰𝑵𝑫𝑼𝑺𝑻𝑹𝒀 𝑪𝑶𝑳𝑳𝑨𝑩𝑶𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵

The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) Region VII and Negros Island Region (NIR) successfully convened the Regional Inter‑Agency Technical Committee (RIATC) Meeting in Negros Oriental, underscoring the agency’s commitment to multi‑sectoral collaboration in advancing the coconut industry.

The meeting was graced by Dr. Aldrin Darilag, Department Head of the PCA Project Management Office, together with the PCA Central Office Project Management Office Team. Their presence highlighted the importance of harmonizing national directives with regional implementation strategies.

Regional leadership was represented by Regional Manager Aurora L. Paquibot and Engr. Rhea B. Ocay, Acting PDO IV, who jointly emphasized the role of inter‑agency coordination in ensuring effective program delivery and farmer empowerment.

The RIATC meeting provided a platform for technical discussions, alignment of project priorities, and strengthening of institutional partnerships among government agencies and stakeholders. Through this collaborative effort, PCA continues to champion transparency, efficiency, and responsiveness in the ex*****on of programs under the Coconut Farmers Industry Development Plan (CFIDP).

This gathering reaffirmed PCA’s mission to uplift coconut farmers and foster sustainable industry growth, positioning Negros Island Region as a vital contributor to the national coconut sector.

20/10/2026

𝗣𝗖𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗩𝗜𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗜𝗥 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗧 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘

The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) Region VII and NIR, in coordination with the Commission on Audit (COA), formally convened for the Entrance Conference marking the commencement of COA’s Annual Audit Activity for the year.

The conference served as an avenue to present the scope, objectives, and timelines of the audit engagement, ensuring transparency and accountability in the operations of PCA Region VII and NIR. COA representatives outlined the audit methodologies and reporting procedures, while PCA Region VII management reaffirmed its commitment to full cooperation and compliance with established auditing standards.

This collaborative undertaking underscores PCA Region VII and NIR's dedication to sound fiscal management and adherence to government auditing rules and regulations. The Entrance Conference further strengthens institutional partnership between PCA and COA in upholding integrity, efficiency, and public trust in the delivery of programs and services to coconut farmers and stakeholders across the region.

16/10/2026

𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐓𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐘𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐎𝐒𝐘𝐎 𝐀𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑 2026

The Coconut Philippines Central Visayas Trade Fair and Negosyo Agraryo Trade Fair 2026 has officially opened at the 𝐀𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐞𝐛𝐮 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬.

The ceremony was graced by 𝐃𝐓𝐈 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐳𝐚 𝐓.𝐋. 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫, 𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐈𝐈 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐚 𝐋. 𝐏𝐚𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐛𝐨𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐀𝐑 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞, reflecting the strong partnership among agencies in advancing local industries.

In her message, Regional Manager Aurora Paquibot strongly reaffirmed PCA Region VII’s unwavering commitment to accomplish its performance targets for the year. She emphasized that beyond meeting institutional goals, the Authority’s foremost priority is to uplift the lives of coconut farmers by ensuring that programs and interventions directly benefit them.

RM Paquibot conveyed PCA’s full support to the coconut farming communities, stressing that the agency stands shoulder to shoulder with local producers in strengthening their enterprises, expanding market opportunities, and promoting sustainable coconut-based innovations. Her words underscored PCA’s determination to champion the coconut industry as a vital pillar of economic growth and farmer empowerment.

The 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀, 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 50 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 showcasing a wide array of food and non-food products, especially coconut-based innovations.

The event runs from 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 15–18, 2026. Everyone is encouraged to visit the booths, support our farmers, and buy local products. Together, let us strengthen communities and celebrate the richness of Central Visayas.

15/10/2026

𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐓 𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐃𝐀𝐘: 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐓 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐒 𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍

The Philippine Coconut Authority–Negros lsland Region celebrated PCA Day on 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 14, 2026, 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐌 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤, 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲, showcasing the agency’s commitment to advancing the coconut industry and empowering farmers.

The program began with the recognition of attendees, followed by the Welcome Address of 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐉𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐀. 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐧𝐚, 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐈 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐂𝐀–𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥, who emphasized the importance of collaboration in sustaining industry growth.

𝐀𝐧𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐂. 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚, 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐂𝐀–𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥, presented the Coconut Industry Situationer, providing a comprehensive overview of current challenges and opportunities. This was complemented by the presentation of the Coconut Farmers Industry Development Plan (CFIDP) by 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐲 𝐂. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬, 𝐂𝐂𝐃𝐎/𝐂𝐅𝐈𝐃𝐏 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧, 𝐏𝐂𝐀–𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥, which highlighted strategies for farmer empowerment and sustainable development.

An Open Forum allowed participants to engage directly with PCA officials, raising concerns and sharing insights. The event concluded with Closing Remarks from 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐞 𝐅. 𝐃𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬, 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐈 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐂𝐀–𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥, who reaffirmed the agency’s dedication to supporting coconut farmers through responsive programs and projects.

The PCA Day celebration underscored the agency’s mission to strengthen the coconut industry through the CFIDP, positioning Negros Island Region as a vital contributor to the national agricultural sector.

12/10/2026

𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐔𝐁𝐈𝐆𝐎𝐍, 𝐁𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐋

September 28, 2026 — The Philippine Coconut Authority Region VII proudly concluded its second round of Health and Medical Services for this quarter with a successful run in the Municipality of Tubigon, Province of Bohol, held at the Multipurpose Building. On this date, the initiative successfully served more than 250 coconut farmers and their dependents, marking the final leg of this quarter’s health and medical service program.

This milestone underscores PCA Region VII’s mission of bringing vital healthcare closer to coconut farming communities, ensuring inclusive access to essential services under the administration of Municipal Mayor Hon. Malon R. Amila.

PCA Region VII gratefully acknowledges the manpower support extended by the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Tubigon, with special recognition to Rojer P. Lindo, LYDO Representative of Mayor Malon R. Amila; Engr. Razel Palma-Boligao, Municipal Agriculturist; the 47IB Bravo Company, 3ID PA of the Philippine Army, who generously provided free haircuts for men and boys. RM Aurora L. Paquibot and Division Chief I Jovencio Felisilda, were also present which further strengthened the activity.

Farmers and their families were able to access a comprehensive range of services, including:

✔️ Medical Services
✔️ Laboratory Services
✔️ Diagnostic Services
✔️ Dental Services
✔️ Optical Services

This final run in Tubigon reflects PCA Region VII’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, farmer-centered healthcare. By sustaining medical, dental, diagnostic, and optical services, and integrating LGU, Army, and partner support, the initiative continues to deliver immediate assistance while fostering stronger community partnerships for long-term well-being.

PCA Region VII extends its warmest gratitude to all the Provinces, LGUs, Barangays, Partner Agencies, and Volunteers who worked hand in hand to make this 2nd Health and Medical run a resounding success. To our farmers, see you in the next quarter — God willing!

𝑩𝑹𝑰𝑁𝑮𝑰𝑁𝑮 𝑯𝑬𝑨𝑳𝑻𝑯𝑪𝑨𝑹𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑶𝑺𝑬𝑹 𝑻𝑶 𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑪𝑶𝑪𝑂𝑁𝑼𝑻 𝑭𝑨𝑹𝑴𝑬𝑹𝑺

12/10/2026

𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐎, 𝐁𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐋

September 26, 2026 — The Philippine Coconut Authority Region VII proudly continued its second round of Health and Medical Services with another successful run in the Municipality of Danao, Province of Bohol, held at the Municipal Gymnasium. On this date, the initiative successfully served more than 240 coconut farmers and their dependents, further strengthening PCA Region VII’s expanding reach across the province.

This milestone underscores PCA Region VII’s mission of bringing vital healthcare closer to coconut farming communities, ensuring inclusive access to essential services under the administration of Municipal Mayor Hon. Maria Celeste Cepedoza-Lerion.

PCA Region VII gratefully acknowledges the manpower support extended by the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Danao, with special recognition to BM Romulo G. Cepedoza; Vice Mayor Jose G. Cepedoza; Geoffrey G. Cepedoza, DVM, Municipal Agriculturist and MAO Head; SGT. Rolando Nasarra Jr., Detachment Commander of the Philippine Army, who generously provided free haircuts for men and boys; and Dr. Maybel Pearl Celocia, Municipal Health Doctor, who stationed six RHU personnel to facilitate the distribution of over-the-counter medicines and also facilitated YAKAP enrollment. Their active participation and services greatly contributed to the success of this run.

Farmers and their families were able to access a comprehensive range of services, including:
✔️ Medical Services
✔️ Laboratory Services
✔️ Diagnostic Services
✔️ Dental Services
✔️ Optical Services
✔️ YAKAP Enrollment and RHU Support

This run in Danao reflects PCA Region VII’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, farmer-centered healthcare. By sustaining medical, dental, diagnostic, and optical services, and integrating RHU, Army, and LGU support, the initiative continues to deliver immediate assistance while fostering stronger community partnerships for long-term well-being.

𝑩𝑹𝑰𝑁𝑮𝑰𝑁𝑮 𝑯𝑬𝑨𝑳𝑻𝑯𝑪𝑨𝑹𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑶𝑺𝑬𝑹 𝑻𝑶 𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑪𝑶𝑪𝑂𝑁𝑼𝑻 𝑭𝑨𝑹𝑴𝑬𝑹𝑺

12/10/2026

𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐓 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐑 - 𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐒 𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍 2026

The 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 – 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 in partnership with the 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐈𝐈 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐈𝐑 proudly brings you the 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑷𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒆 𝑭𝒂𝒊𝒓: “𝑵𝒖𝒓𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆.”

This week-long celebration is more than just an exhibition. It is a dynamic platform where coconut farmers,MSMEs, and industry partners converge to showcase the richness of coconut and coconut-based products.

The Trade Fair is designed to highlight the ingenuity of local enterprises, promote sustainable coconut innovations, and strengthen collaboration among government institutions, private-sector partners, and stakeholders. It is a testament to the resilience of our coconut industry and the creativity of our communities.

Whether you are a farmer, entrepreneur, student, or consumer, the Coconut Philippines Trade Fair offers opportunities to learn, connect, and discover the diverse potential of the coconut industry.

Visit us at SM City Bacolod, and be part of this celebration of innovation, resilience, and community. Support our coconut farmers and explore the future of coconut-based enterprises.

12/10/2026

BIG things are GROWING in the COCONUT industry!🥥🌴
From farm-fresh beginnings to innovative products, discover the potential of the Filipino coconut at the COCONUTPhilippines Central Visayas Trade Fair 2026!
Join us and explore an exciting selection of coconut-based food and non-food products crafted by local farmers, processors, cooperatives, and MSMEs supported under the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP).
Come and support our local coconut enterprises as we strengthen the coconut industry and bring proudly Filipino coconut products closer to consumers!
📍 Venue: Activity Center, Ayala Center Cebu by Ayala Malls, Cebu City
📅 Date: October 15–18, 2026
🕙 Trade Fair Hours: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
This initiative is brought to you by the DTI Region 7 Central Visayas through the CFIDP.
See you there!

BIG things are GROWING in the COCONUT industry!🥥🌴

From farm-fresh beginnings to innovative products, discover the potential of the Filipino coconut at the COCONUTPhilippines Central Visayas Trade Fair 2026!

Join us and explore an exciting selection of coconut-based food and non-food products crafted by local farmers, processors, cooperatives, and MSMEs supported under the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP).

Come and support our local coconut enterprises as we strengthen the coconut industry and bring proudly Filipino coconut products closer to consumers!

📍 Venue: Activity Center, Ayala Center Cebu by Ayala Malls, Cebu City
📅 Date: October 15–18, 2026
🕙 Trade Fair Hours: 10:00 AM–9:00 PM

This initiative is brought to you by the DTI Region 7 Central Visayas through the CFIDP.

See you there!

29/09/2026

𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐁𝐈𝐄𝐍 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐃𝐎, 𝐁𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐋

September 25, 2026 — The Philippine Coconut Authority Region VII proudly continued its second round of Health and Medical Services with another successful run in the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐢𝐞𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐝𝐨, 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐥, 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐲𝐦𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐮𝐦. On this date, the initiative successfully served more than 250 coconut farmers and their dependents, further strengthening PCA Region VII’s expanding reach across the province.

This milestone underscores PCA Region VII’s mission of bringing vital healthcare closer to coconut farming communities, ensuring inclusive access to essential services under the administration of 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐱 𝐋. 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚.

PCA Region VII gratefully acknowledges the manpower support extended by the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Bien Unido, with special recognition to 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐚 𝐈. 𝐓𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭; 𝐒𝐆𝐓. 𝐁𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐍. 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐩𝐨𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐞, 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐲, 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐲𝐬; 𝐃𝐫. 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐬 𝐌. 𝐋𝐮𝐚, 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐇𝐔, 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐇𝐔 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫-𝐭𝐡𝐞-𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬; 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐚 𝐋. 𝐀𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐚, 𝐀𝐒𝐎 𝐈𝐈/𝐎𝐈𝐂 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡, 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐬. 𝐑𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐬. 𝐀𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫 to facilitate PhilHealth registration, updating, and YAKAP enrollment. Their active participation and services greatly contributed to the success of this final run.

Farmers and their families were able to access a comprehensive range of services, including:

✔️ Medical Services
✔️ Laboratory Services
✔️ Diagnostic Services
✔️ Dental Services
✔️ Optical Services
✔️ PhilHealth Registration, Updating, and YAKAP Enrollment

This run in Bien Unido reflects PCA Region VII’s steadfast commitment to inclusive, farmer-centered healthcare. By sustaining medical, dental, diagnostic, and optical services, and integrating PhilHealth, RHU, Army, and PNP support, the initiative continues to deliver immediate assistance while fostering stronger community partnerships for long-term well-being.

𝑩𝑹𝑰𝑁𝑮𝑰𝑁𝑮 𝑯𝑬𝑨𝑳𝑻𝑯𝑪𝑨𝑹𝑬 𝑪𝑳𝑶𝑺𝑬𝑹 𝑻𝑶 𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑪𝑶𝑪𝑂𝑁𝑼𝑻 𝑭𝑨𝑹𝑴𝑬𝑹𝑺

25/09/2026

𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐎𝐃 𝐄𝐗𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃

The deadline for submission of applications has been moved from 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 25, 2026 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 26, 2026.

For interested applicants, kindly refer to the details provided below.

𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐉𝐀𝐌: 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐓 𝐉𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Got a passion for music and a love for the coconut industry? This is your chance to let your creativity shine! 🌴🎵
As part of the 40th Coconut Week Celebration, the Philippine Coconut Authority invites Filipino composers, lyricists, musicians, and music enthusiasts to create an original coconut jingle that celebrates our coconut farmers and promotes a progressive, sustainable, resilient, and globally competitive Philippine coconut industry.
🎼 Official Theme:
“𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚, 𝑭𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆-𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒐𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒊𝒏.”
📅 DEADLINE OF SUBMISSION: 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
📩 Submit your entries here: https://forms.gle/DCcUqDSeTfq1bBDC7
📱 Scan the QR code in the photo below for the complete contest guidelines, mechanics, criteria, and official forms.
𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆. 𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒆. 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚! 🥥🌴🎶

𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐉𝐀𝐌: 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐔𝐓 𝐉𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Got a passion for music and a love for the coconut industry? This is your chance to let your creativity shine! 🌴🎵

As part of the 40th Coconut Week Celebration, the Philippine Coconut Authority invites Filipino composers, lyricists, musicians, and music enthusiasts to create an original coconut jingle that celebrates our coconut farmers and promotes a progressive, sustainable, resilient, and globally competitive Philippine coconut industry.

🎼 Official Theme:
“𝑹𝒆𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒚, 𝑭𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆-𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒐𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒊𝒏.”

📅 DEADLINE OF SUBMISSION: 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
📩 Submit your entries here: https://forms.gle/DCcUqDSeTfq1bBDC7
📱 Scan the QR code in the photo below for the complete contest guidelines, mechanics, criteria, and official forms.

𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒆. 𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒆. 𝑪𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒖𝒕 𝑰𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚! 🥥🌴🎶