Innovating agriculture: Young farmers challenge pitching showcase

27 Oct 2026
Networking Hub
Innovation Stage

Hosted by:
Philippines Department of Agriculture

The session explores the remarkable Agri startups championed by the Department of Agriculture’s Young Farmers Challenge (YFC) – a flagship initiative cultivating the next generation of agri-innovators and enterprise builders. Join L’Reinvente, CHER Cacao, Bluecrust Aelius, and Y’Nut as they lead transformative ventures that turn agricultural byproducts and local resources into premium products, while uplifting marginalised communities, strengthening farmer livelihoods, expanding rural employment, and advancing sustainability through innovative, value-added approaches.

Host
Atty, Genevieve Velicaria-Guevarra
Atty, Genevieve Velicaria-Guevarra, Assistant Secretary - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, Philippines
Speakers
Cherrie May Ferrer
Cherrie May Ferrer, Owner - CHER CACAO PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING, Philippines
Rogelianao Cenita
Rogelianao Cenita, Owner - BLUECRUST AELIUS, Philippines
Venjie V. Mencias
Venjie V. Mencias, Owner - Y NUT FOOD PRODUCTS, Philippines
Kristine Angela Yap
Kristine Angela Yap, Owner - MANGO PEEL SOAP, Philippines