The Agusan del Sur State College of Agriculture and Technology (ASSCAT) welcomed Dr. Fernando Flores, Director of the Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (DA-ACEF), together with personnel from DA Caraga Region, on October 9, 2025, for an official visitation and project inspection.

The visit centered on the ongoing implementation of two DA-ACEF–funded initiatives: the Upgrading of Soil Microbiology Laboratory Service Laboratory and the Upgrading of Pest and Disease Diagnostic Facility. These projects aim to strengthen ASSCAT’s capacity in agricultural research, diagnostics, and farmer support services across Caraga.

During the engagement, the delegation met with ASSCAT officials, reviewed project reports, and toured the upgraded laboratory facilities. The activity reaffirmed the partnership between DA-ACEF and ASSCAT in advancing agricultural innovation, productivity, and sustainability in the region.