27/10/2026
DAR Kalinga with DTI Kalinga Launches CARP-DTI Kiosk, Orients Partners on Project VISTA
October 26, 2026 | Grand Zion Garden Resort Hotel, Bulanao, Tabuk City, Kalinga
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Kalinga and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), formally launched the CARP-DTI Kiosk on October 26, 2026, at the Grand Zion Garden Resort Hotel in Bulanao, Tabuk City, Kalinga. The activity began with an orientation on Project VISTA, a DAR program promoting coffee and cacao production of ARBs and farmers in Kalinga to strengthen support for agricultural enterprises.
The event was attended by members of the Provincial Agrarian Reform Coordinating Committee (PARCCOM), led by Chairperson Engr. Andres B. Ngao-i, Sr.; DAR Kalinga headed by Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer II Adela S. Damaso; DTI Kalinga led by Provincial Director Renie M. Ramos; TESDA, represented by Senior Specialist Ma. Erlinda T. Noval; NIA-KIMO, represented by Engr. Mario Tayocnog; and DENR-PENRO Kalinga, represented by Legal Officer Lovella D. Arugay.
During the program, the participating agencies expressed their support for the implementation of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) and committed to promoting the kiosk and its featured products among their respective constituents. Their support show the importance of inter-agency collaboration in expanding market opportunities for ARBs and local farmers.
Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the participants toured the kiosk and viewed the products showcased by agrarian reform beneficiaries and farmers. The facility is envisioned to provide greater visibility for locally produced goods and help connect farmer-producers with potential buyers and markets.
Adding to the initiative, DENR-PENRO Kalinga provided the lumber used for the kiosk from the lumber acquired by law and authorized for donation.
The activity, reinforces DAR Kalinga's commitment to working with partner agencies in advancing agrarian reform beneficiaries' enterprises, improving product promotion, and creating more opportunities for sustainable rural livelihoods.
Visit CARP kiosk at Grand Zion Hotel!