PLDT and Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continue to push digital inclusion in the agriculture sector through the expansion of their Digital Farmers Program (DFP), marked by the turnover of a new FarmTech kit to the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture (CBSUA).
From once experiencing hunger to now feeding minds and livelihoods, Arlene Lopez’s journey proves that with the right support, even the most humble beginnings can bloom into something extraordinary.
Since 2019, the Digital Farmers Program has been bridging the gap between traditional agriculture and modern technology. Through this initiative, farmers have learned to use mobile apps for crop monitoring, financial management, and online selling.