Sorsogon – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) and the World Bank held a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) from 14 municipalities in Sorsogon to assess their needs after receiving their land titles. The activity was part of the 11th World Bank Implementation Support Mission for Support to Parcelization of Lands continue reading : DAR, World Bank Engage ARBs in Focus Group Discussion; Distribute E-Titles
To enhance leadership and strategic decision-making in agrarian reform, key officials from the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) participated in the Wise (Phronetic) Leadership Class (WLC) Batch 7 from March 3 to 7, 2025, at the Athletics Stadium, New Clark City, Tarlac. Representing DAR were Undersecretary of Office of Mindanao Affairs and Policy, Planning, and continue reading : DAR Strengthens Agrarian Reform Leadership Through Wise (Phronetic) Leadership Class
General Santos City – To ensure the smooth and effective implementation of the Support to Parcelization of Lands for Individual Titling (Project SPLIT), the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) and World Bank (WB) gathered in General Santos City to ensure land tenure security for Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs). The Project SPLIT seeks to subdivide collective continue reading : DAR, World Bank Hold Consultation to Fast-Track Land Title Distribution for ARBs
TIGAON, Camarines Sur— Small farmers in Camarines Sur are set to gain better income and stable market access following a new agreement between two agrarian reform beneficiary organizations (ARBOs) and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP)-Tigaon. Under the marketing agreement, the May-Ogob Agrarian Reform Cooperative (MOARC) and the Vegetable Growers Association of ARB continue reading : Camarines Sur ARBOs Secure Deal to Supply Fresh Produce to Local Jail
Members of six (6) agrarian reform beneficiaries organizations (ARBOs) in the province of Apayao received Php 3.3 million farm machineries and equipment (FME) from the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR), in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.’s directive to uplift the lives of Filipino farmers. The distribution benefited 175 agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) across continue reading : Apayao ARBOs Receive Php 3.3 Million Farm Machineries and Equipment from DAR
SORSOGON – The 11th World Bank Implementation Support Mission for Support to Parcelization of Lands for Individual Titling (Project SPLIT ) was successfully conducted in Sorsogon from March 16 to 18, 2025. The mission assessed the project’s progress, discussed implementation challenges, and identified strategies to accelerate land parcelization and titling efforts. Project SPLIT, a flagship continue reading : World Bank Mission Reviews Progress of Project SPLIT in Sorsogon
Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) in Davao del Sur and Antique are set to gain greater economic opportunities following the recent turnover of Farm-to-Market Roads (FMRs) by the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR). In Davao del Sur, DAR Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer Jupiter S. Arandela, Jr. and DAR Project Management Service OIC-Director IV Von Mark continue reading : DAR turns over Farm-to-Market Roads in Davao del Sur and Antique to Boost ARBs’ Livelihoods
Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) in La Union have successfully completed orientation on Organic Farming Technology under the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR)’s Climate Resilient Farm Productivity Support (CRFPS) – Sustainable Livelihood Project to boost their productivity and income. The training will equip ARBs with practical skills and knowledge to adopt organic farming methods, allowing them continue reading : La Union Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Train on Organic Farming for Higher Income and Sustainability
CARAMOAN, Camarines Sur – In the coastal village of Tabiguian, Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) and fisherfolks are making waves by transforming seaweed into innovative delicacies, adding value to this abundant marine resource and creating new economic opportunities. Traditionally dependent on seaweed farming for their livelihood, members of the Tabiguian Farmers and Fisherfolks Association (TFFA) are continue reading : Caramoan Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries and Fisherfolks Turn Seaweed into Unique Delicacies
Davao City – The Department of Agrarian Reform Employees Association (DAREA) successfully conducted an Orientation on the Role of Public Sector Unionism in the Agency’s Productivity and Human Resource Management from March 5-8, 2025. The event gathered key representatives from DAR Central, Regional, and Provincial Offices to deepen their understanding of public sector unionism and continue reading : DAR Employees Association Strengthens Workforce Engagement Through Public Sector Unionism Orientation
Quezon City – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) joins the nation in celebrating National Women’s Month (NWMC) 2025 with a series of activities aimed at empowering and supporting its female personnel and agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs). With the theme “Babae sa Lahat ng Sektor, Aangat ang Bukas,” the celebration highlights optimism and hope for continue reading : DAR Celebrates National Women’s Month
BJMP Headquarters, Quezon City – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) and the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) met on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, to review the achievements of their Partnership Against Hunger and Poverty (PAHP) project and discuss the next steps for continued collaboration. The DAR-BJMP partnership aims to provide economic support continue reading : DAR, BJMP Review PAHP Partnership Achievements and Plans for Economic and Food Security
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) continues to strengthen the capabilities of its field officers in Mindanao to ensure that its programs and projects effectively benefit the Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs). The 5-day Competency Development Program initiative was carried out for the Chief Agrarian Reform Program Officers (CARPOs) and Municipal Agrarian Reform Program Officers (MARPOs) continue reading : DAR Enhances Skills of Mindanao Field Officers to Benefit ARBs
Roxas City, Capiz – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in Capiz has turned over P2.1 million worth of farm machineries and equipment (FME) to Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations (ARBOs) as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance farm productivity, reduce labor costs, and promote mechanization within the province’s Agrarian Reform Communities (ARCs). The Capagao continue reading : DAR Capiz Distributes P2.1 Million Worth of Farm Machineries and Equipment to ARBOs
IRIGA CITY, Camarines Sur – The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) continues its commitment to uplift the lives of Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries (ARBs) by providing essential farm machineries and equipment (FMEs) and livelihood support to DAR-assisted Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations (ARBOs) in Iriga City. This was made possible through the DAR’s Project Climate Smart Agricultural continue reading : DAR Delivers Farm Machineries and Equipment and Livelihood Support to Farmers in Iriga City
Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado M. Estrella III has ordered the immediate dismissal of a Contract of Service worker who fled from traffic enforcers after being flagged down for a traffic violation. Secretary Estrella also directed Assistant Secretary Ubaldo R. Sadiarin Jr., the immediate supervisor of Russel Smith, to ensure that Smith surrenders to traffic authorities continue reading : Estrella Reacts to Abusive DAR Driver: “Fire Him!”
From a modest beginning, the Pindangan 2nd Multi-Purpose Cooperative (PMPC), located in Tarlac, has grown into a thriving enterprise—proof that with determination, unity, and a cooperative spirit, small ideas can lead to flourishing success. “Malaking tulong ang DAR dahil nagkaroon kami ng lupa. Sila mismo ang bumaba upang magtanong kung ano ang kailangan namin. Sa continue reading : Cultivating Dreams Through Cooperative
In the heart of Concepcion, Tarlac, a lush and thriving farm stands as a testament to hard work, perseverance, and the transformative power of agrarian reform. Blending productivity with nature’s beauty is not just a source of livelihood but a lifelong dream realized—one nurtured by the dedicated hands of Eloy Romero, an agrarian reform beneficiary. continue reading : Sowing Dreams Through Farming
MANITO, Albay—The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) Provincial Office in Albay has launched the Village Level Farm-Focused Enterprise Development (VLFED) Program in partnership with the Tinapian Farmers and Fishermen Multi-Purpose Cooperative (TFFMPC) to strengthen agro-enterprise in the municipality. With a total funding of ₱680,000, the initiative aims to enhance the livelihood opportunities of agrarian reform continue reading : DAR Albay Launches Agro-Enterprise Initiative to Empower Farmers
February 21, 2025, will forever be etched in the minds of 111 agrarian reform beneficiaries (ARBs) in Naic, Cavite as the day when they were officially freed from their long-overdue amortization under the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) through the DAR’s grant of debt condonation. Provincial Agrarian Reform Program Officer James Arthur Dubongco said each continue reading : 111 ARBs in Naic Cavite freed from nearly P20 million CARP debt
