27/10/2026
A NEW HOME FOR KALINGA’S LOCAL PRODUCTS!
CARP Kiosk Launching Ceremony cm VISTA Orientation
A meaningful milestone for local entrepreneurs and agrarian reform beneficiaries in Kalinga! The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Kalinga, in partnership with the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)-Kalinga, successfully conducted the CARP Kiosk Launching Ceremony cm VISTA Orientation, marking another significant step toward promoting local products, empowering agrarian reform beneficiaries, and strengthening market opportunities for local enterprises.
The activity was attended by representatives of CARP partner agencies, including Ma. Erlinda T. Noval of TESDA, Engr. Mario B. Tayocnog, Jr. of NIA, and Atty. Lovella Arugay of PENRO-Kalinga, together with the members of the Provincial Agrarian Reform Coordinating Committee (PARCCOM), headed by its Chairman, Engr. Andres Ngao-i. The participating agencies and stakeholders shared their messages of support, expressing their commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration and advancing the goals of the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP).
The program commenced with the Welcome Message and Message of Commitment delivered by Ms. Aileen B. Chan-Darang, Operations Manager of Grand Zion Garden Resort Hotel, Inc., the establishment hosting the first CARP Kiosk. This was followed by the Opening Remarks of Mr. Renie M. Ramos, Provincial Director of DTI-Kalinga, who highlighted the importance of collaboration in creating greater opportunities for local entrepreneurs and agrarian reform beneficiaries. Ms. Kimberly Evangelio, Regional CARP Coordinator of DTI-CAR, then presented the Overview and Purpose of the CARP Kiosk, emphasizing its role in promoting local products and providing better market access for beneficiaries. Meanwhile, Ms. Adela Damaso, PARO II of DAR-Kalinga, delivered the Message of Partnership as the Lead Agency of the Program and presented the VISTA Project, reinforcing the shared commitment of partner agencies to supporting agrarian reform communities. The activity concluded with a closing prayer led by Mr. Horacio S. Tibangay.
A highlight of the celebration was the ribbon-cutting ceremony, graced by representatives of the CARP implementing agencies, PARCCOM members, and Grand Zion Garden Resort Hotel, Inc., officially marking the opening of this promising platform for Kalinga’s local products. The ceremony symbolized not only the launch of the kiosk but also the unity, cooperation, and shared vision of the participating institutions in promoting inclusive and sustainable economic development.
THE CARP KIOSK IS NOW OPEN! Local products are now available at the CARP Kiosk located at Grand Zion Garden Resort Hotel, Inc., Bulanao, Tabuk City, Kalinga! We invite everyone to visit, discover, support and purchase products that showcase the pride of Kalinga.
Let us continue working together to bring our local products with our culture closer to more customers and visitors.
From Market-Ready Enterprises to Market-Connected and Competitive CARPreneurs!