𝐀 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 (𝐓𝐋𝐅𝐀𝐂) 

June 20, 2025 — A new chapter begins for TLFAC with the acquisition and blessing of its new office, harvester, and utility vehicle (elf) in Purok Lower Libertad, Brgy. Topland, Koronadal City. This milestone was made possible through its continued partnership with ADRA RISE VisMin and Mountain View College Empolyees Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MVCEMPCO). 

A new office, a new harvester and utility vehicle (elf), and an ignited enthusiasm marked this momentous event. The ceremony, led by Mrs. Naomi Cagubcob, MVCEMPCO Manager, and hosted by Mr. Jesse Porquez, MVCEMPCO Farm Supervisor, included special prayers and blessings from Pastors Junnel Doc Fray, Elmer Romano, and Edmond Bobo, culminating in a symbolic ribbon-cutting.

The second part was filled with uplifting messages from notable guests. Dr. Hope Aperocho, Country Director of ADRA Philippines shared insights on TLFAC’s transformation into a self-sustaining cooperative. OIC Vice Mayor of Koronadal City, Ms. Erlinda Araquil, stood and emphasized unity, while City Agriculture Officer Engr. Reynaldo Biñas offered his guidance and gifted 150 jackfruit seedlings. 

In his closing remarks, Mr. Jonathan Selgas, TLFAC Chairman, expressed heartfelt gratitude to all who attended and supported the event, giving special thanks to Mr. Eric Barnuevo, MVCEMPCO Chairman, for his enduring guidance and support. The event ended with a fellowship lunch prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Dullano — celebrating not just new resources, but a renewed spirit and strengthened unity. 

This milestone sparked a fresh inspiration and strengthened the collective spirit of the cooperative, grounding them deeper and stronger as they face the future head on.

RISE (Responsible Investments and Shared Empowerment) is an ADRA Philippines project funded by ADRA Hong Kong. It provides women, farmers, and entrepreneurs with access to capital, enhances their financial and business skills through training, and fosters partnerships with financial institutions, educational organizations, and faith-based groups.