Gracing the celebration is DA-CAR Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations Dr. Arlene M. Sagayo, representing Regional Executive Director Atty. Jennilyn M. Dawayan. She congratulated the bureau for its century-long journey and unwavering dedication to agriculture that has continuously strengthened, uplifted, and empowered communities across generations.

She also highlighted the partnership between BPI-BNCRDPSC and DA-CAR in ensuring that the Philippine agriculture sector continues to thrive and remain sustainable, specifically on championing the Good Agricultural Practices. She also shared that the Cordillera region remains at the top with the highest number of GAP-certified farms, with 693 certified farms, where Benguet leads the country with 543 active certificates.

She also expressed her gratitude to the bureau for awarding the Research Outreach Stations (ROSes) of Kalinga and Apayao, and the Baguio Animal Breeding and Research Center with their Plant Material Certificates on Mother Trees and Planting Materials of Fruits and Plantation Crops.

“This stands as a testament to the strong, enduring partnership between BPI and DA, one that consistently advances food safety, quality, and sustainability for the benefit of our farmers and communities. Iyaman la unay iti agtultuloy a partnership ken kolaborasyon tayo para iti pagsayaatan ti agrikultura. May we continue working hand in hand for a resilient, competitive, and thriving agriculture in the Cordillera. Together, let us nurture a region where agriculture is not only a livelihood, but a living legacy for future generations,” Dr. Sagayo said.

Other activities being conducted are Farmers’ Field Day, and Open House featuring various agricultural products of Farmer Cooperatives and Associations.//CEWaytan