New IPMR Board Member Guerreo takes oath; outgoing representative BM Sambog ends 11 years of service
KORONADAL CITY — Newly elected Indigenous Peoples Mandatory Representative (IPMR) Board Member Arnold Guerrero formally took his oath of office during Monday’s session of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of South Cotabato, marking the official transition of Indigenous Peoples representation in the provincial legislative body. Guerero said that he was thankful for the support he got from […]
2,350 bags of fertilizer release to South Cotabato farmers’ cooperatives and associations
Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Philippines | May 14, 2026—–A total of 2,350 bags of fertilizer were distributed to farmer-beneficiaries in South Cotabato through the partnership of the Department of Agriculture High Value Crops Development Program (DA-HVCDP), the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist South Cotabato (OPAg), and the respective Offices of the Municipal Agriculturists (OMAg). Dr. […]
South Cotabato returns to regular five-day work schedule
Koronadal City, South Cotabato, Philippines | May 12, 2026—-The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has reverted to its regular five-day workweek following approximately nine weeks of implementing a four-day onsite work arrangement (Monday to Thursday) and a work-from-home setup every Friday in provincial government offices. The regular schedule, from Monday to Friday, resumed starting May […]
South Cotabato OPAg proposes 40 solar-powered water pumps to protect farms from El Niño
KORONADAL CITY — The Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) in South Cotabato is proposing the installation of around 40 solar-powered water pumps to help farmers mitigate the possible effects of El Niño on agricultural production. The proposed water pumps are intended for identified service areas across the province, particularly in communities with accessible open […]
DAGYAW program launched, uniting agencies to strengthen farmers’ support in South Cotabato
KORONADAL CITY — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has officially launched the DAGYAW Program (Development on Agriculture Growth Yearning for the Active Welfare of South Cotabato), marking a major step toward a unified approach to agricultural development. The program was formalized through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed by national agencies, local government units […]
SP authorizes Gov. Tamayo to ink 7 major development pacts
The Sangguniang Panlalawigan of South Cotabato approved several significant ordinances this April, authorizing Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr. to enter into various agreements aimed at strengthening development programs, public health services, environmental management, and social protection initiatives in the province. Among the approved measures is a memorandum of agreement with the Office of the Presidential […]
Gov. Tamayo activates “PAANDAM” strategy vs El Niño
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has activated its PAANDAM strategy to prepare for the possible impact of El Niño, following an advisory from DOST-PAGASA indicating a 79% chance of dry conditions by mid-year. While no drought has been declared in Mindanao, South Cotabato is among provinces already experiencing dry […]
South Cotabato advances climate-smart rice farming through Methane Reduction Program
The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, led by Governor Reynaldo S. Tamayo Jr., through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) headed by Provincial Agriculturist Raul D. Teves, DVM, is strengthening climate-resilient agriculture through a methane reduction initiative in Surallah. The province is supporting the Methane Gas Reduction Project through the introduction of Alternate Wetting […]
104 IP farmers in Lake Sebu benefit from drying facility to boost income
LAKE SEBU, South Cotabato — A Multi-Purpose Drying Pavement (MPDP) has been officially turned over to the KESEBUNG Tboli and Ubo IPs Association Inc. (KETAUIPA) in Lemsual 1, Barangay Tasiman, benefiting 104 farmer-beneficiaries as part of the provincial government’s continuing support for Indigenous Peoples (IP) communities and local agriculture. The project, which aims to improve […]
South Cotabato hosts 4-H Youth Pesta 2026 to empower young farmers
KORONADAL CITY, South Cotabato — The Provincial Government of South Cotabato, through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg), successfully conducted the 4-H South Cotabato Youth Pesta 2026, a two-day event held at the Provincial Demo Farm aimed at empowering young farmers and strengthening youth engagement in agriculture and community development. The 4-H Club continues […]