The Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (DA-BAFS) conducted its Health and Wellness Activity on June 26, 2026, at the Penthouse, 9th Floor of the National Food Authority (NFA) Central Office in Diliman, Quezon City. The event brought employees together to reflect on their experiences, recognize one another’s contributions, and strengthen teamwork across the Bureau.

 

Led by Ms. Karen P. Sol, PhDc, RPsy, RPm, CLSC, ICAP II, and her team, the program featured reflective discussions, a Guided Body-Based Relaxation Session, and experiential exercises that encouraged participants to share personal insights, celebrate milestones, and draw lessons to enhance both individual and organizational performance.

 

Among the highlights was the Color Appreciation Activity, where participants exchanged symbolic wrist ribbons representing values such as comfort, stability, kindness, and peace, providing an opportunity to acknowledge the positive qualities they see in one another. The Rope-Giving Activity likewise served as a meaningful reminder of the trust, unity, and shared responsibility that bind every member of DA-BAFS. As participants held a single rope connecting the group, they reflected on how each individual, despite having different roles and responsibilities, contributes to the Bureau’s shared mission of delivering quality standards and services for the agriculture and fisheries sector.

 

The activity reaffirmed DA-BAFS’ commitment to fostering a workplace culture anchored on collaboration, appreciation, employee well-being, and continuous growth.