FROM SOIL TO SKILLS
Empowering the next generation of agricultural and agritourism professionals in the Philippines
80
Hectares
40,000+
Cacao Trees
2
TESDA Programs
28
Cabins
Company Overview
Desmond Farm Training and Assessment Center Corp., operating under the trade name DESMOND CENTER, is the premier educational and skills-development arm of Desmond Farm and Partners Inc. (DFPI).
We translate the success of our 80-hectare integrated plantation into comprehensive training programs designed to empower the next generation of agricultural professionals — bridging industry practice and academic excellence.
Mission
To provide accessible, high-quality technical education and skills training that empowers individuals to excel in agriculture, hospitality, and related industries, while promoting sustainable and regenerative practices.
Vision
To be a leading training and assessment center in the Philippines that develops globally competitive, environmentally responsible, and community-driven professionals in agriculture and agritourism.
Values & Philosophy
DESMOND CENTER
Embodies its identity through the acronym:
D – Dedicated to quality education and community development
E – Education that is accessible, relevant, and transformative
S – Skills development aligned with industry standards
M – Management of knowledge, resources, and sustainable practices
O – Opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and growth
N – Nurturing individuals and communities holistically
D – Development toward lifelong learning and national progress
TESDA Accredited
Our Training Programs
336h
Agricultural Crops Production NC II
Nursery operations, crop care, harvest & post-harvest. A complete practical foundation in commercial farming.
Valid until April 2030 →
232h
Organic Agriculture Production NC II
Organic vegetables, chicken raising, fertilizer production & natural concoctions. Sustainable and regenerative focus.
Valid until April 2030 →
Our Journey
2006
Foundations
Early OFW initiatives
2017
Cacao Planting
Began large-scale plantation
2019
Training Center
Formal programs launched
2021
Agritourism
Farm Ridge opens
Our Living Laboratory
High-Quality Cacao
70+ hectares planted with approximately 40,000 cacao trees.
Agritourism Destination
Farm Ridge with 28 cabins, Sierra 360 Resto, and a complete one-stop tourism hub.
From Soil to Bar
Experience the full journey — planting, harvesting, processing, and chocolate making.