Going Gulay: Community Based Seedling Production “Green Farming Innovations: Training on Hydroponics Technology”

The program was successfully conducted on November 19, 2025, at Brgy. Bazal, Maria Aurora, Aurora, with a total of 25 participants. The activity aimed to capacitate the participants with basic knowledge and skills in hydroponic farming for sustainable food production. The activity was formally commenced at 9:00 am with an opening prayer, followed by a brief welcome message delivered by Eden Joy V. Manalo. The objectives of the training were presented to orient the participants on the purpose and expected outcomes of the activity. Mrs. Manalo then introduced the speaker of the training, Engr. Kirbey P. Docallos. After introduction, Engr. Docallos then proceed to introduce the basic concepts and principles of hydroponic farming, highlighting its advantages such as efficient water use, minimal land requirement, and suitability for household food production. Participants were given an overview of common hydroponic systems applicable for small-scale and backyard settings.