The Compliance Assistance Team of the DA-BAFS together with the DA-RFO III Organic Agriculture Program, Provincial Agriculture Office of Pampanga, and LGU of Bacolor, Sta. Anna, Angeles, and Porac provided technical assistance through a pre-inspection activity in the province of Pampanga from February 3 to 7, 2025.The activity aimed to help the group prepare their continue reading : Pre-inspection activity of DA-BAFS together with the DA-RFO III Organic Agriculture Program in the province of Pampanga

DA-BAFS Technical Services Division (TSD) Standards Policy Recommendation (SPR) Section held an Evaluation Reference Group (ERG) meeting at the DA-BAFS Conference Room
On February 26, 2025, the DA-BAFS Technical Services Division (TSD) Standards Policy Recommendation (SPR) Section held an Evaluation Reference Group (ERG) meeting at the DA-BAFS Conference Room. The session, attended by Statistics Professors from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP), aimed to validate the survey questionnaire for the study titled, “Baseline Assessment on the continue reading : DA-BAFS Technical Services Division (TSD) Standards Policy Recommendation (SPR) Section held an Evaluation Reference Group (ERG) meeting at the DA-BAFS Conference Room

DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division and DA-Regional Field Office Region VIII Regulatory Division inspected five core PGS group farmer-members in Calbayog City, Samar
Inspectors from the DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division and DA-Regional Field Office Region VIII Regulatory Division inspected five core PGS group farmer-members in Calbayog City, Samar from February 3 to 5, 2025. The inspection was conducted to verify their compliance with the Philippine National Standard relevant to organic agriculture.Representatives from the Agricultural Training Institute – Regional continue reading : DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division and DA-Regional Field Office Region VIII Regulatory Division inspected five core PGS group farmer-members in Calbayog City, Samar

From Seed to Celebration: DA-BAFS and Our Farmers This Valentine’s Day
From Seed to Celebration: DA-BAFS and Our Farmers This Valentine’s Day What do hearts, flowers, and agriculture have in common? At the DA-BAFS, we know the answer – and it’s sweeter than you think! This Valentine’s Day, DA-BAFS celebrates the dedication of our farmers and the agricultural bounty that makes this occasion so special. From continue reading : From Seed to Celebration: DA-BAFS and Our Farmers This Valentine’s Day

DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division Accreditation Section conducted an assessment of a PGS group in Davao City
From February 4 to 6, 2025, the DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division Accreditation Section conducted an assessment of a PGS group in Davao City to verify its compliance with accreditation requirements. This assessment ensures that the group operates in accordance with relevant guidelines, maintaining consistency, competence, and impartiality in delivering certification services as an Organic Certifying continue reading : DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division Accreditation Section conducted an assessment of a PGS group in Davao City

DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division Accreditation Section conducted an assessment of a PGS group in Sagada.
From February 4 to 6, 2025, the DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division Accreditation Section conducted an assessment of a PGS group in Sagada, Mountain Province to verify its continued compliance with accreditation requirements. This assessment ensures that the group operates in accordance with relevant guidelines, maintaining consistency, competence, and impartiality in delivering certification services as an continue reading : DA-BAFS Organic Agriculture Division Accreditation Section conducted an assessment of a PGS group in Sagada.

Assessment of PGS Group for Accreditation as Organic Certifying Body
From January 28 to 30, 2025, the DA-BAFS Assessment Team conducted an assessment of a PGS Group based in Makilala, Cotabato. The assessment aims to verify the group’s compliance with accreditation guidelines, ensuring the consistent, competent, and impartial delivery of its certification services.The activity was supported by the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office, the continue reading : Assessment of PGS Group for Accreditation as Organic Certifying Body

Surveillance Audit of an Accredited Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)-Organic Certifying Body
From January 27 to 29, 2025, the DA-BAFS Assessment Team conducted a surveillance assessment to a PGS Group based in Sta. Cruz, Laguna. The assessment aims to verify the continued compliance of the group with the accreditation guidelines ensuring consistent, competent, and impartial delivery of its certification services.The activity was assisted by the Department of continue reading : Surveillance Audit of an Accredited Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)-Organic Certifying Body

2024 BEST ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT – Technical Services Division
2024 BEST ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT – Technical Services Division In today’s fast-paced environment, the prestigious award for outstanding job performance is presented annually to the division that has consistently demonstrated exceptional results continue reading : 2024 BEST ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT – Technical Services Division

EMPLOYEE of the YEAR – Ms. Jenina B. Cusay
EMPLOYEE of the YEAR – Ms. Jenina B. Cusay This award acquiescence in recognizing individuals who have shown outstanding job performance and who have met their set financial and physical targets for the year. This recognition is based on the rigorous standards set by the Individual Performance Commitment Review (IPCR) for permanent employees.Ms. Jenina Cusay, SRS continue reading : EMPLOYEE of the YEAR – Ms. Jenina B. Cusay