AGREA Agricultural Community International Foundation

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AGREA Agricultural Community International Foundation, Inc. is an institution accredited by TESDA that offers Technical and Vocational Education and Training Courses (TVET) under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and the Commission on Higher Education (CHED).

AGREA Agricultural Community International Foundation, Inc.

Address: Brgy. Cawit, Boac, Marinduque, Philippines
Telephone Number: (042) 332-0025

AGREA is an innovative, inclusive, for purpose, agri-business that is founded on sustainable agriculture, fair-trade, and replicable model of an agri-based economy.

We are in the most essential business – feeding people. Rich or poor, young or old: everyone needs to eat. Food is essen- tial to life on Earth. Hence, dignifying all the stakeholders in agricultural systems, more importantly the farmers is the core of our work. Many farmers create vibrant livelihoods out of food production, while others struggle to get ahead. AGREA is a small player but a quality player. We founded our business on Ecology of Dignity as agriculture is the only industry that takes care of all living things on earth: plants, animals and humans.

We are focused on making the Philippine archipelago to be agriculturally sustainable built on the One Island Economy model guided by three major goals: Zero Hunger, Zero Waste and Zero Insufficiency. We believe that Filipino Farmers are world class. They are the point of change in the food system. We also continue nourishing every Filipino family. Investing in human capi- tal through nutrition is considered a sustainable economic investment. Nutritious and safe food allows for healthy and productive lives. It’s as important as the air we breathe and the water we drink.

Healthy human capital is the backbone of our economy. Taking good care of our only planet is integrated in our business. Environmental impact is a key consideration in all our business operations. Our approach is transformational, we make sure every transaction made with AGREA from producing to bringing food to the consumers is contributing to impactful changes in every point of the supply chain.

TESDA Approved Programs

List of TESDA Courses offered in AGREA Agricultural Community International Foundation, Inc.

TEC-VOC Course Offered Duration
Organic Agriculture Production NC II 178 hours
Agricultural Crops Production NC II 336 hours
Pest Management (Vegetables) NC II 312 hours

The first of its kind in the province, the AGREA Farm School provides workshops, training, and certificate programs for those who wish to learn sustainable organic agriculture.

The farm school, located in more than 2-hectare farm property in Barangay Cawit, Boac in the island province of Marinduque, is an accredited private extension service provider for the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA Marinduque).

AGREA is also certified by the Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Training Institute as an Organic Agriculture Learning Site.

The farm school inspires farmers, farming enthusiasts, garden hobbyists, professionals, teachers, students, and everyone else in between, to use the same agriculture competencies to lead a healthy and sustainable future.

Enroll at the AGREA Farm School
Through the farm school, AGREA assists in TESDA’s drive to promote sustainable agriculture, fishery, and development in rural areas. The farm school boasts an NCII passing rate of 100%.

The Organic Agriculture Production NCII qualification consists of the following modular competencies spread through 232 hours (29 days) of hands-on training:

  • Organic Concoctions and Extracts Production,
  • Organic Fertilizer Production,
  • Organic Vegetables Production,
  • Organic Chicken Production, and
  • Organic Hogs Production (Elective)

Note: Interested parties who wish to enroll at the AGREA Farm School but are only interested in learning specific modules and not the full 29-day training (e.g., Organic Fertilizer Production good for 5 day, etc.) are also encouraged. 5-day rates apply.

Farm School Enrolment and Scholarship Requirements
Consistent with TESDA’s Tendering System for Scholarship Grants for 2017 Training for Work Scholarship Program (TWSP) for Technical Vocational Institutions, it is easy to enroll and avail of the TESDA scholarship at the farm school. Click the link to know about TWSP’s target beneficiaries.

Agricultural Crops Production NC II

Agriculture Crops Production NC II is a new agriculture course at the AGREA Farm School, in partnership with TESDA Marinduque, which will train participants in producing various agricultural crops and includes performing nursery operations, planting, caring and maintaining of crops and carrying-out harvest and postharvest operations.

This course trains students the proper way of planting, growing, and harvesting grains, fruits, and vegetables. It also equips students in understanding and performing appropriate agricultural duties.

Some industry-standard skills that will be taught in this course include:

  1. Applying safety measures in farm operations
  2. Using farm tools and equipment
  3. Performing estimation and calculations
  4. Processing of farm wastes
  5. Performing record keeping
  6. Performing nursery operations
  7. Planting crops
  8. Caring and maintaining crops
  9. Carrying-out harvest and postharvest operations

Course Duration
Agriculture Crops Production NC II takes a minimum of 336 training hours or 42 days.

Graduates of other agriculture-related NC courses are also encouraged to apply.

Careers
Qualified graduates of Agriculture Crops Production NC II can find employment as farmer, grower, farm worker, nursery operator, farm aide, or farm caretaker.

Pest Management (Vegetables) NC II

Pest Management (Vegetables) NC II is a new agriculture course at the AGREA Farm School, in partnership with TESDA Marinduque, which will train participants in implementing pest management activities in both backyard and commercial vegetable farms.

The course involves carrying out competencies in pest management in relation to the growing of vegetables specifically solanaceous crops such as tomato, pepper and eggplant, and crucifers such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and Chinese cabbage.

Some industry-standard skills that will be taught in this course include:

  1. Applying safety measures in farm operations,
  2. Using farm tools and equipment,
  3. Performing estimation and basic calculations,
  4. Conducting field assessment,
  5. Applying bio-, physical, and chemical control measures,
  6. Applying cultural management strategies, and
  7. Monitoring results of pest management activities and provide feedback, among others.

Course Duration
Pest Management (Vegetables) NC II takes a minimum of 312 training hours or 39 days.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be 18 years old and above at the time of application
  • Photocopy of Birth Certificate
  • Photocopy of Medical Certificate
  • Photocopy of Barangay Clearance
  • Photocopy of any government-issued ID/school ID (if available)
  • Photocopy of Transcript of Records/Form 137 (if available)
  • 5 pcs Passport size picture with collar (white background)
  • 5 pcs 1×1 size picture with collar (white background)

Training Fees and Schedule

The cost of training and tuition fees may vary depending upon the specific course of interest and the school offering the training. Training centers also may have slightly different syllabus to teach to students in a class.

For inquiries, tuition fees, enrollment procedures, class schedule and other concern, it would be better that you visit their school/training center and inquire for other documents they may need.

To know more about the AGREA Farm School, Organic Agriculture Production NCII, and for information and other inquiries, call/text Sun Cellular 0933 824-6020, Globe 0917 888-6505, Landline (042) 332-0025, M-F Office hours 9AM-5PM, or send an email to agreafarmschool@gmail.com.


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