Cultivating Futures: The Launch of a ₱500 Million Learning Center in Naawan

COURTESY: Local Government Unit of Naawan 

The recent groundbreaking ceremony for the Institute for the Sustainable Transformation of Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries marks a significant milestone for farmers in Northern Mindanao. On July 10, 2025, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), in collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Naawan and various line agencies, initiated the development of a ₱500 million climate-resilient farm learning center. This center will stand proudly on a two-hectare lot generously donated by the LGU Naawan. 

The primary goal of this state-of-the-art learning center is to empower agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) and smallholder farmers. Through comprehensive training and capacity-building programs, this initiative will equip farmers with sustainable farming practices. Moreover, it emphasizes the importance of environmental resilience in agriculture, ensuring that the farming community can adapt to the challenges posed by climate change. The center is part of the Sustainable and Inclusive Livelihoods through Partnerships and Innovation for Transformation (SPLIT) Project under the Capacity Building and Technical Assistance (CBTA) component of DAR.

A Collaborative Effort for Rural Transformation

The groundbreaking ceremony garnered significant attention, as it was attended by notable figures, including DAR Undersecretaries Atty. Kazel Celeste, Josef Angelo Martires, and Amihilda Sangcopan. Additionally, Governor Juliet Uy, along with representatives from the local government and educational institutions, showcased the widespread support for this transformative initiative. A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed, solidifying the collaboration among various stakeholders dedicated to uplifting the agricultural sector.

In a further demonstration of commitment to farmers, DAR also handed over ₱7.26 million worth of farm machinery and inputs to Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations (ARBOs) from Misamis Oriental, Lanao del Norte, and Camiguin. This tangible support not only enhances the farming capabilities of local communities but also reinforces the shared vision of DAR and LGU Naawan to uplift rural livelihoods. As this groundbreaking initiative unfolds, it promises to cultivate a new era of agricultural innovation and sustainability, setting a benchmark for future projects aimed at transforming the agricultural landscape in the region.

Cagayan de Oro Heavy Rainfall Advisory

COURTESY: CDRRMD - Oro Rescue 

Based on the Heavy Rainfall Warning issued by PAGASA as of 5:00 pm, other parts of Misamis Oriental (Cagayan de Oro City, Jasaan, Villanueva, Tagoloan, Opol, City Of El Salvador, Alubijid, Laguindingan, Gitagum, Libertad, Initao, Naawan, Manticao, Lugait) and Bukidnon (Talakag, Baungon, Libona, Manolo Fortich, Malitbog) and Lanao del Norte (Iligan City, Magsaysay, Tangcal, Kolambugan, PoonaPiagapo, Matungao, Maigo, Baloi, Linamon, Kauswagan, Bacolod, Tagoloan) remain on Yellow Rainfall Warning due to ITCZ.

Yellow Warning means rainfall is moderate (moderate) to heavy (heavy) - 7.5mm to 15mm per hour.

Some parts of Misamis Oriental (Gingoog City, Medina) and Misamis Occidental (Plaridel, Lopez Jaena, Oroquieta City, Don Victoriano Chiongbian, Aloran, Panaon, Tudela, Sinacaban, Jimenez) are experiencing slow (light) to moderate (moderate) rains due to ITCZ.

While other parts of Misamis Oriental (Claveria, Talisayan, Balingoan, Sugbongcogon, Kinoguitan, Binuangan, Salay, Lagonglong, Balingasag); Bukidnon (Kadingilan, Kibawe, Quezon, Dangcagan, Kitaotao, San Fernando, Damulog, Kalilangan, Pangantucan, Maramag, Don Carlos, Sumilao, City Of Malaybalay, Lantapan, City Of Valencia, Cabanglasan, Impasug-Ong); Lanao del Norte (Nunungan, Sapad, Salvador , Lala, Baroy, Tubod, Beach, Pantar, SultanNagaDimaporo, Kapatagan, Munai) and Misamis Occidental (Sapang Dalaga, Baliangao, Calamba, Concepcion, Bonifacio, Tangub City, Ozamis City, Clarin) experienced moderate to heavy rains.

CDO is experiencing slow (light) rainfall right now.

Remaining slow (light) rainfall experienced in other parts of Libona; Mampayag, Dahilayan and Lindaban, Manolo Fortich.

Some parts of Talakag and Baungon are also experiencing slow (light) rains.

The water level of the rivers of Cagayan and Iponan is NORMAL.

Encourage every BDRRMC especially to the flooded barangays to listen regularly to the instructions to prepare and plan what is to be done.

CDRRMD stay on monitoring.