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Mr. Alexis N. Virrey, representative of ATI Central Luzon, has officially begun his journey with the Young Filipino Farm Leaders Training Program in Japan (YFFLTPJ). His Pre-Departure Orientation Course (PDOC) on Dairy Production and Processing is now underway at Lotus Dairy Farm in Sitio Mambog, Barangay Linasin, San Marcelino, Zambales.
This marks the first phase of a transformative training that aims to equip young farmers with the tools and mindset needed to succeed as future leaders in Philippine agriculture.
Building the Next Generation of Young Filipino Farm Leaders
The Young Filipino Farm Leaders Training Program in Japan is a long-standing partnership between the Department of Agriculture and the Japan Agricultural Exchange Council (JAEC). Its mission is to support promising young farmers and develop them into globally aware, technically skilled, and socially responsible agricultural entrepreneurs.
Participants like Mr. Virrey are given the opportunity to train both locally and internationally, strengthening their capabilities and expanding their perspective on modern, sustainable farming.
Local Roots, Global Vision
Before heading to Japan, trainees undergo essential skills training here in the Philippines. For Mr. Virrey, that training begins at Lotus Dairy Farm, which offers hands-on exposure to dairy production, milk processing, and farm operations.
By combining local training with international immersion, the program ensures participants understand the value of both Filipino farming practices and global agricultural innovation.
Empowering Young Filipino Farm Leaders Through Opportunity
Through this initiative, ATI and JAEC are investing in the future of agriculture by empowering youth to lead. This not only benefits individual farmers, but also strengthens rural communities and supports the country’s food security goals.
As Mr. Virrey takes this step forward, he serves as an inspiration to other young Filipinos—proof that with the right support and opportunities, they can become leaders in the agricultural sector.
Be Part of the Next Generation of Filipino Farm Leaders
At Lotus Farm School, we believe the future of agriculture starts with you — the passionate, hardworking youth ready to make a difference in your community and beyond. Through hands-on training in dairy production, organic farming, agripreneurship, and more, we prepare young Filipinos not only to become skilled farmers but also leaders who inspire change.
Whether you’re dreaming of running your own farm, contributing to food security, or even representing the Philippines in programs like the Young Filipino Farm Leaders Training Program in Japan, your journey begins here — in the heart of Zambales.
Join a community that values knowledge-sharing, sustainability, and empowerment. Learn from mentors, connect with fellow learners, and gain real-world experience that opens doors to local and international opportunities.
Don’t wait for change to happen — grow it with your own hands.Enroll now at Lotus Farm School and take the first step toward a future rooted in purpose
