CARAGA'S PRIDE | Outstanding farmers and cooperatives from the Caraga Region were recognized as national finalists during the 50th Gawad Saka Parangal sa mga Natatanging Magsasaka at Mangingisda, held on May 26, 2025, at the Philippine Trade Training Center in Pasay City. The National Finalists from the Caraga Region include: Joel Vincent Cabanacan of Butuan City – Outstanding Young Farmer Sumilihon-Taguibo Farmers Agriculture Cooperative (SUTAFACO) of Butuan City – Outstanding Kadiwa Agri-Fishery Enterprise Brgy. Baan Farmers Association Inc. of Butuan City – Outstanding Small Water Irrigation System Association (SWISA) Maningalao-Lingayao Agriculture Cooperative (MALICO) of Las Nieves, Agusan del Norte – Outstanding Corn Cluster The finalists received their Certificates of Recognition alongside DA-Caraga Regional Executive Director Arlan M. Mangelen and Regional Technical Director for Operations Rebecca R. Atega. The awards were handed by Department of Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr., who lauded their dedication, innovation, and contributions to the advancement of Philippine agriculture. The Gawad Saka Awards honor exemplary individuals and groups in agriculture and fisheries who serve as models of excellence, resilience, and sustainability in their respective fields. #DAcaraga #ParaSaMasaganangBagongPilipinas