Programs - APACO

Key Programs & Interventions: Emergency employment and capacity-building in partnership with DOLE, establishment of community-based vegetable farms across multiple associations, and sustainable mushroom production initiatives.

From food production to enterprise development, we're committed to building a stronger, more sustainable agricultural economy—by farmers, for farmers.

Community-Based Vegetable Farms

We work directly with farming communities to establish sustainable vegetable farms that provide food security and economic opportunities for local families.

Through partnerships with multiple farmer associations, we're creating a network of productive agricultural lands that demonstrate best practices in sustainable farming while generating income for our members.

Key Activities:

Technical training and capacity building
Provision of quality seeds and farming inputs
Market linkages for fresh produce
Sustainable farming practices implementation

Mushroom Production & Processing

In partnership with Jemel's Kent Mushroom, we've revived and expanded mushroom cultivation in the region.

Our processing center in Purok 1B, Barangay Pigdaulan, equipped through the DOST-SETUP Program, enables us to transform fresh mushrooms into value-added products like our popular oyster mushroom chips.

Achievements:

Processing facility setup with DOST support
Product innovation and development
Training in mushroom cultivation techniques
Market access for mushroom products

Emergency Employment & Capacity Building

Through our partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), we provide emergency employment opportunities and comprehensive capacity-building programs for farmers.

This initiative empowers our members with the skills, knowledge, and resources needed to thrive in modern agriculture and food processing.

Program Components:

Livelihood training and skills development
Emergency employment opportunities
Entrepreneurship and business management
Access to resources and support services

In Action

Program Activities & Impact

See our agricultural programs and community initiatives in action

Mushroom Production

DSWD partnership for mushroom growers in Comagascas

Field Preparation

Modern farming techniques with mulching for sustainable agriculture

Traditional Farming

Using traditional methods with carabao for field plowing

Resource Distribution

Mushroom spawn delivery and distribution to farmers

Infrastructure Development

Community members building facilities together

Relief Distribution

Community support and resource distribution programs

Training Workshops

Women-focused capacity building and certification programs

Production Facilities

Quality control in mushroom production facilities

Food Processing

Kamote and cassava processing training sessions

Product Innovation

Value-added product development and processing

Crisps Production

Professional food processing and quality assurance

Our Network

Partner Farmer Associations & Cooperatives

Working together to build stronger farming communities

No.	Name of Organization/Registered Name	DOLE Registration	Location/Address	Products	Contact Person/Number
1	Malijao San Roque Agro-Forestry Farmers Association (MaSRAFA)	Caraga-AGN-2025-01-WA-106	Brgy. Nongnong, Butuan city	Cassava, banana, camote, coconut	Arnel Celocia
2	Maibu Women's Integrated Farmers Association (MaWIFA)	Caraga-AGDN-2024-06-WA-053	Purok 1, brgy. Maibu, Butuan city	Kamote, vegetables	Grace Gado
3	San Antonio de Padua-Pigdaulan Integrated Farmers Association	Caraga-AGDN-2025-01-WA-11	Purok 18, Brgy. Pigdaulan, Butuan City	Lettuce, oyster mushroom and vegetables	Marwin Deleverio
4	San Roque Integrated Farmers Association (SaRIFA)	CARAGA-AGDN-2022-11-WA-129	Purok 25, San Roque, Brgy. Tungao, Butuan City	Consolidation of Coconut-Copra, Banana and Vegetables. RTL	Teofilo Anub Jr
5	Simbayanihan Agro-Pro Integrated Farmers Association (SAIFA)	CARAGA-AGDN-2023-05-WA-060	P-3, Brgy. Dankias, Butuan City	Rice, vegetables	Lelian Beldera
6	San Roque-Monteverde Integrated Farmers Association (SAMIFA)	CARAGA-AGDN-2023-05-WA-061	Km17, Monteverde, brgy. Manila de bugabus, Butuan city	Mixed crops and vegetables	Gina A. Antolihao
6a	Dreamland Integrated Farmers Association (DIFA)	CARAGA-AGDN-2023-05-WA-070	Sitio Dreamland, Brgy. Manila de bugabus, Butuan city	Mixed crops and vegetables	Emma Amor Sabanal
7	Km 7 Farmers Producer Cooperative (KFPC)	CDA no. 9520-13019212	Brgy. Tungao, Butuan city	Banana, Vegetables, Pineapple, Root crops, Vermiculture, Rubber	Nilo Calipayan, Manager
8	Comagascas AgriBusiness Association	DOLE registered and DSWD SLP accredited	Sitio Comagascas, Cabadbaran city, AGN	Oyster Mushroom Production and vegetable	Estertina Transfiguracion
9	San Roque-Prosperidad Integrated Farmers Association	DOLE registered / CARAGA-ADS-2025-03-WA-040	1 hec, Vegetables area, Butuan City	Vegetables, Corn	Demetrio Glodobe

Strategic Partnerships

Institutional Partners

We work hand in hand with trusted institutions and partner cooperatives to promote collaboration and shared action in socio-economic projects for the agricultural sector, including the facilitation of vital services for farmers.

Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Council – Caraga

Our partner in coordinating with the Department of Agriculture to ensure that farmers can access government programs, technical assistance, and support services.

Kilometer 7 Farmers Producer Cooperative (Tingao, Butuan City)

Our partner in organizing farmers through a clustering approach in rural areas, strengthening collective production, and facilitating access to services and markets.

Center for Disaster Preparedness (CDP) (Quezon City)

Our partner in building climate resilience by integrating disaster risk reduction and preparedness into our agricultural and community programs.

Sustainable Value Chain Federation of Consumers Cooperative (Quezon City)

Our partner in product marketing in Metro Manila and in expanding networks with other cooperatives and institutional buyers.

Together, these partnerships allow us to link farmers to services, strengthen community resilience, and bring locally produced goods to wider and more sustainable markets.

Collaboration

Key Partners

Together, we're stronger

Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)

Capacity building and livelihood support

Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Council (RAFC-DA Caraga)

Technical support and development

DOST-SETUP Program

Processing equipment and innovation

Jemel's Kent Mushroom

Mushroom production partnership

Christ the King Parish

Community support and mobilization

Kilometer 7 Farmers Producer Cooperative

Technical collaboration and market linkage

Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Council

Policy support and sector coordination

Sustainable Value Chain Federation of Consumers Cooperative

Value chain development and consumer linkage

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