In celebration of Women’s Month, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) XI Davao City District Office (DCDO), through the Regional Training Center – Korea-Philippines Vocational Training Center (RTC-KPVTC), conducted a hydroponics training session for uniformed personnel, equipping them with sustainable agricultural skills.
The event began with a prayer led by PCMS April Mae J. Campaner, followed by a welcome message from PCPT Petchy G. Apas, Chief of the Family Juvenile Gender and Development Section (FJGADS) and Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer. Ms. Catherine S. Perez, Administrative Officer V and Scholarship Focal of TESDA XI DCDO, emphasized the importance of skills development for women and uniformed personnel in promoting self-sufficiency and sustainable livelihoods.
Engr. John Rome Balbanida, a hydroponics specialist from RTC-KPVTC, Davao, facilitated the training, providing hands-on guidance to 25 uniformed personnel on lettuce production using hydroponics. This method, which involves growing plants without soil using nutrient-rich water, was highlighted as an efficient and sustainable approach to vegetable farming.
The initiative aims to empower women and uniformed personnel by equipping them with practical skills that can lead to additional sources of income. It aligns with the Women’s Month theme, emphasizing inclusivity and sustainability in building a progressive nation.
TESDA XI DCDO and RTC-KPVTC, Davao, reaffirmed their commitment to community development through skills training programs that promote self-reliance and economic growth.
