The President of the Diaat Association delivered the opening remarks, welcoming the participants and emphasizing the importance of mushroom production as an alternative livelihood and additional source of income for local farmers. The first lecture was delivered by Ms. Chenie Mae T. Bibon, who discussed an introduction to mushroom production, highlighting the importance of mushrooms as a nutritious food and income-generating enterprise. She explained the different types of mushrooms grown in the Philippines, with emphasis on oyster mushroom due to its fast growth, adaptability, and high market demand. Ms. Bibon also discussed the benefits of oyster mushroom and demonstrated the process of making mushroom fruiting bags, including the recommended substrate ratio of 70:30 rice straw and sawdust. She emphasized that banana leaves and other locally available agricultural wastes may also be used as alternative substrates to reduce production costs. The lecture was followed by an interactive discussion where participants raised questions and shared insights, which were addressed by the resource speaker. The training concluded with the participants expressing appreciation for the knowledge gained and their interest in applying mushroom production in their respective communities.

In the afternoon session, Ms. Rica Nicole Napoles, the Mushroom Project In-Charge, led a hands-on demonstration on mushroom production. She guided the participants through the actual preparation of fruiting bags, the proper inoculation process, and the sterilization of substrates using a steel drum. She also discussed the incubation process of white oyster mushroom, emphasizing proper handling, cleanliness, and environmental conditions to ensure successful growth.

After the demonstration, participants were given the opportunity to share their impressions and feedback, expressing their appreciation for the practical and informative training. Mrs. Eufemia P. Moral from Brgy. Bazal, Maria Aurora stated that the training was very informative and easy to understand, especially the hands-on demonstration in the afternoon session, which helped clarify the actual process of mushroom production. The participant expressed confidence in applying the learned techniques in their own community. Participant from Brgy. Debucao, Mrs. Maridel C. Crispino stated that the discussion on using locally available materials such as rice straw, sawdust, and banana leaves was very helpful, as it can significantly reduce production costs and make mushroom growing more affordable for farmers. Mrs. Angelina Prado from Brgy. Diaat, mentioned that the training provided new knowledge on alternative livelihood opportunities, particularly for coconut farmers seeking additional sources of income. The participant appreciated the practical approach of the lectures and demonstrations. Mrs. Anostacia C. Pihok from Dianawa, Maria Aurora expressed that the detailed explanation of sterilization, inoculation, and incubation processes increased their understanding and confidence in starting small-scale white oyster mushroom production at home.

The activity concluded with the closing remarks delivered by the Manager of the Association, who thanked the resource speakers and participants and encouraged the application of the knowledge gained from the training. He also remarked that the training was well-organized and meaningful, and the participant was motivated to share the knowledge gained with other members of their association to promote mushroom production in their barangay.