DA launches mobile learning hubs to support farmers

The Department of Agriculture's (DA) training arm has officially launched its new nationwide mobile learning hub program, a move aimed at bringing hands-on training and modern farming knowledge directly to rural communities and small-scale farmers.

- By ALDEN MONZON

Spearheaded by the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI), the ATIng Extension on Wheels project features mobile learning hubs that will travel to different areas to conduct onsite training, demonstrations and capacity-building sessions for farmers and fishers who have limited access to government extension services.

"We know that our farmers face many challenges. That's why it's important to bring them new ideas, technologies and opportunities that can help increase their yield and income," DA Undersecretary for rice industry development Christopher Morales said during the launch.