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PATEEX 2025 Opens with Strong Call for Agri-Tech Innovation and Multi-Sector Collaboration

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December 7, 2025

Prestigious Guests, Farmers, Agencies, Inventors, Educators, and Transport Leaders Power!

Magalang, Pampanga   November 28-30, 2025. The Philippine Agri-Tech Ecosystem Expo (PATEEX) 2025 opened last week at the Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) with unforgettable energy and demonstration of among farmers, local farmer technicians, agencies, scientists, inventors, educators, and transport leaders.

Gracefully hosted by Jenine Malay Halili, gathered hundreds of participants committed to the shared mission of building a modern, sustainable, and technology-empowered agricultural sector for the Philippines.

A Distinguished Line-Up of Prestigious Guests

PATEEX 2025 proudly welcomed a strong delegation of leaders whose expertise, advocacy, and support made the event a resounding success:

• Hon. Asec. Virgilio Lazaga
  Assistant Secretary, Cooperative Development Authority – Agri Sector
• Mr. Joel Sotomayor
  Founder & Innovator, MPowered – Flexible Organic Photovoltaic Microgrids
• Mr. Mark Molina
  Lead Technologist, Agarwood Highland Valley Inc.
• Mr. Samuel Ramos
  Representative, National Public Transport Coalition
• Mr. Ronel C. Olicia
  Agricultural Credit Policy Council (ACPC)
• Dir.  Marietta Hwang, CDA Region 3

The event formally opened with the National Anthem and invocation, followed by an empowering welcome A video message from Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan

The program included:

• Event Presentation by Henry V. Bayubay, President-CEO of NPO Maharlika Media Inc. and Biorganism Corporation, and Event Chairperson, delivering the keynote “The Future of Filipino Agri-tech: Innovating for Sustainability.”
• A powerful inspirational talk by Hon. Asec. Virgilio Lazaga, who encouraged cooperatives, farmers, and innovators to work together toward national food security.

Educators PSAU President Dr. Anita David Dr. Rafael Rafael, Prof. Carlo De Dios, and Mr. John Paul Viray were also recognized for their continuous support in bridging research, youth empowerment, and applied agricultural solutions.

The online Forefront Discussion on “Transforming Filipino Agriculture with Technology” highlighted real success stories from local farmers and introduced the RIFACooperative as a model for practical, scalable, and technology-driven agricultural transformation through the Bagsakan System, BC AgriSystem, and Microgrids Technology.

Mr. Joel Sotomayor captured the audience with his presentation on Flexible Microgrids powered by Organic Photovoltaics, demonstrating how decentralized renewable energy can revolutionize farming operations, reduce costs, and empower remote communities.

Workshops Strengthen Capability and Knowledge

• Agarwood Farming Technology
  with Mr. Mark Molina, Agarwood Highland Valley Inc.
• Accessing Capital for Agri-tech Startups
  with Mr. Ronel C. Olicia, ACPC
• Mitigation Strategies for Climate Change in Philippine Agriculture
  with Asec. Virgilio Lazaga and Mr. Henry V. Bayubay

These sessions gave farmers, inventors, and young entrepreneurs practical tools for financial sustainability, crop diversification, and climate-smart farming.

Transport Coalition Strengthens Agri-Logistics Vision

Representing the National Public Transport Coalition, Mr. Samuel Ramos emphasized the importance of transport modernization, smart mobility, and enhanced logistics to reduce post-harvest losses and improve market access for farmers.

His message reinforced PATEEX’s commitment to linking agriculture with modern, efficient, and environmentally responsible transport systems.

Breakthrough Presentation: New Generation E-VTrike by ELIS Inc.

One of the most anticipated highlights of PATEEX 2025 was the unveiling of the Next-Generation E-VTrike by Electronic Logistic Integrated System Inc. (ELIS Inc.) online, setting a new benchmark for sustainable mobility in the agriculture and transport sectors.

The new E-VTrike was introduced as a sustainable, modern transport and logistics solution designed to empower:

• Farmers
• Fisherfolk
• Cooperatives
• Associations
• Agricultural stakeholders

Built for agricultural mobility and rural logistics, the E-VTrike aims to enhance farm-to-market efficiency, reduce transportation and fuel costs, ensure better handling of agricultural goods, and guarantee that crops, seafood, and products reach trading hubs and markets with speed and freshness.

With its optimized electric mobility system, smart monitoring features, and load-adapted carrier design, the E-VTrike stands as a major technological leap for communities seeking affordable, eco-friendly, and reliable mobility for daily operations.

Integrated Boundary System for EVTrike: A Game-Changer for Financial Transparency and Cooperative Strengthening

Alongside the E-VTrike launch, ELIS Inc. also introduced its Integrated Boundary System, a breakthrough digital solution that will drastically improve the way cooperatives and modern tricycle organizations manage their operations and financing.

This new system enables:

• Real-time financial tracking
• Automated loan monitoring for drivers and operators
• Seamless linkage with banks and financial institutions
• Instant updates on payment status, boundary fees, and operational activities
• Transparent reporting for both members and cooperative leaders

By integrating the E-VTrike with this advanced financial ecosystem, cooperatives and associations can now ensure greater transparency, build stronger trust with members, and maintain higher accountability in fund circulation.

The system empowers drivers and operators to clearly see their payments, balances, and daily transactions, while cooperatives gain the ability to monitor fleet operations, boundaries, and loan settlements with precision.

This innovation builds a bridge of trust, giving financial institutions the assurance they need to support large-scale and sustainable EV transport programs.

Supporting the Sustainable Logistics Program of CCNPH

The Integrated Boundary System is aligned with the long-term vision of the CCNPH Inc. to activate and sustain a national EV-based logistics and mobility network.

Through transparent digital monitoring and unified reporting, CCNPH aims to:

• Strengthen its member cooperatives
• Improve creditworthiness
• Increase access to financing
• Accelerate the rollout of sustainable agricultural logistics across the country

This framework enables cooperatives to confidently adopt the E-VTrike as a primary tool for delivering local crops, seafood, and community products to markets, trading hubs, and processing centers fueling economic growth at the grassroots level.

Massive Interest from LGUs and Cooperatives

The unveiling of the E-VTrike and its integrated boundary system drew strong interest from:

• Local Government Units
• Transport cooperatives
• Agricultural associations
• Financial groups
• Modern tricycle organizations

Stakeholders noted that this technology provides the missing link between mobility, financial transparency, and community empowerment marking it as one of the most impactful innovations presented at PATEEX 2025.

PATEEX 2025 Highlights: Empowering Farmers Through FREE Bagsakan System & BC SMART Agri-System

One of the most transformative milestones unveiled at PATEEX 2025 was the bold introduction of the FREE Bagsakan System and the BC SMART Agri-System for Farmers—a breakthrough framework designed to uplift local producers, strengthen farm-to-market linkages, and accelerate the Philippines’ national food security program.

FREE Bagsakan System: A New Gateway to Market Access

PATEEX 2025 proudly launched the FREE Bagsakan Program, giving farmers, cooperatives, and associations zero-cost access to strategically placed aggregation and distribution hubs nationwide.
This initiative ensures:

·         Direct access to buyers, cutting unnecessary middlemen

·         Fair pricing and transparent transactions

·         Stronger logistics support for harvest movement

·         Increased income stability for smallholder farmers

·         Reduced post-harvest losses with organized consolidation points

The Bagsakan System serves as a bridge—connecting rural production with urban demand centers—empowering farmers with real, measurable economic advantage at no added financial burden.

BC SMART Agri-System: Digital Precision Farming for Every Filipino Farmer

Another major highlight was the showcase of the BC SMART Agri-System, a technology-driven platform providing farmers with:

·         SMART greenhouse integration

·         Crop advisory and real-time monitoring

·         Digital payment and transaction records

·         Weather-adaptive planting guides

·         Access to financing and sustainability programs

This innovation enables farmers to shift from traditional to data-driven, climate-smart agriculture, helping them achieve higher yields, lower risks, and improved profitability.

A Unified Vision for Inclusive Empowerment

Together, these systems form a revolutionary support ecosystem that PATEEX 2025 champions:
technology + logistics + market access = empowered farmers.

The initiatives strengthen the role of cooperatives, LGUs, and private-sector partners, ensuring that every farmer—from upland growers to urban agriculture practitioners—benefits from an integrated national framework for agricultural growth.

A Challenging Beginning and an Inspiring Journey Ahead of PATEEX 2025!

The presence and support of our honored guests—including PSAU leadership, national government agencies, academic experts, community advocates, and visionary private sector partners—have transformed PATEEX 2025 into more than an event. It became a movement, a unified call to elevate Philippine agriculture and empower every farmer, cooperative, and youth innovator across the nation.

PATEEX 2025 opened with a spirit of unity, purpose, and hope—driven by the shared belief that Filipino agriculture can rise to global competitiveness through innovation, education, energy sovereignty, digital transformation, and strong multi-sector collaboration.

But more than a beginning, this year’s event marks the start of a national journey—one that challenges us, inspires us, and pushes us to build a future where every Filipino farmer thrives with dignity, technology, and opportunity.

See You at PATEEX 2026 — Region IV-A & IV-B!

As we close this year’s chapter, we open a new horizon of possibilities.
In 2026, PATEEX proudly heads to Region IV-A and Region IV-B—the heartlands of agricultural excellence, coastal abundance, and innovation-ready communities.

We invite everyone—farmers, cooperatives, LGUs, youth innovators, academic institutions, and industry leaders—to join us once again as we celebrate resilience, ignite new partnerships, and bring Agritech to even greater heights.

Let us continue the journey.
Let us champion the farmers.
Let us build a stronger, smarter, and more sustainable Philippine agriculture—together.

See you at PATEEX 2026!
Where the story grows bigger, the advocacy grows stronger, and the impact becomes unstoppable.

Register Now be part of the Program www.pateex.com