50 Candaba farmers undergo soil analysis training
FIFTY local farmers participate in a soil analysis and management workshop organized by the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office 3 in partnership with the Bureau of Soils and Water Management in Candaba, Pampanga.
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Around 50 local farmers participated in a specialized training session on soil analysis and land management in Candaba, Pampanga as part of regional efforts to modernize farming techniques and boost crop yields.
The workshop was conducted by the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office 3 (DA RFO3) in coordination with the Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM).
The initiative focused on teaching farmers how to assess land conditions to optimize the use of fertilizers and other agricultural inputs, particularly for primary crops such as rice, corn and high-value vegetables.
Senior science research specialist Nesalyn C. Cataquis led practical demonstrations on collecting soil samples and operating Soil Test Kits (STKs) to evaluate soil nutrient levels directly in the field.
Meantime, senior science research specialist Volther Philip Catalan discussed the broader objectives of the program, while Candaba Municipal Agriculture Office representative Aldrin Nucum and municipal agriculturist Jomar Guevarra delivered messages of support.
The event also showcased the National Soil Health Program’s Mobile Soil Laboratory, a mobile unit designed to bring testing services directly to agricultural communities across Central Luzon.
DA RFO3 and BSWM officials stated that joint efforts will continue expanding access to scientific farming technologies, aiming to improve overall soil health, increase harvest volumes, and sustain long-term agricultural productivity throughout the region.