Caraga State University (CSU) and the Department of Agriculture (DA) – Caraga have solidified their partnership to bolster national food security through the DA Rice Production Program at the CSU campus. The initiative was headlined by a two-day product demonstration and actual field operation held on May 20-21, 2026, at the CSU Rice Production Area.
The product presentations and actual field demonstrations were conducted by the following suppliers of farming technologies, namely ADA Manufacturing Corporation (ADAMCO), Edwin S. Santiago Enterprises Corporation, All Certified Equipment Trading Corporation (ACETC), Fortunetract Agro-Sales, Inc., Grain Pro Philippines, Inc., and Agri Component Corporation (ACC).
Witnessing the modernized farming demonstrations are the dedicated leaders and partners who are at the forefront of agricultural development. University President Dr. Rolyn C. Daguil and Vice President for Administration and Finance Engr. Alexander T. Demetillo welcomed the DA-Caraga delegation, led by Regional Executive Director Engr. Ricardo M. Oñate Jr. They were joined by key agricultural leaders, including Regional Technical Director for Operations Ms. Rebecca R. Atega, Farmer Regional Executive Director Mr. Christhopher H. Lindo, and Regional Agricultural Engineering Division Chief Engr. Rene Q. Morales.
CSU extends its immense gratitude to DA-Caraga and to the different equipment suppliers whose participation was vital to the success of the demonstration. Through this collaboration, CSU, DA-Caraga, and suppliers are not merely modernizing equipment; they are also transforming the agricultural landscape to ensure a food-secure future for every Filipino.
