Agricultural Enterprise and Circle Economy

CODE: GIEDLTV01

Work:

・Assist with organic fertilizer production, livestock development farming, harvesting, market sales, mushroom production,
・Assist development of advocacy materials and social media presence
・Support hospitality services with the farm guests and visitors.

Accomodation and food

Living with host project (expect to have a shared room with staff or volunteers)

Location and leisure

PAC is located in Candabong, kawayan Street, Argao, Cebu. It is know for its lush natural surroundings and historic landmarks.
Visitors can enjoy Bugasok Falls, explore the historic San Miguel Arcangel Church, and experience local culture through festivals and organic farming activities.

Project hosted by

Pestales Agriculture Cooperative (PAC) aims to provide sustainable livelihoods and establish a social agri-enterprise for community stability and growth. It implements projects like an ATI learning site, a TESDA-accredited farm school for Organic Agriculture, the Braveheart Farm organic hub, and agri-processing initiatives, while also supporting small organic farmers and fisherfolk associations in the province.

Directions to meeting point

Directions to GIED Office Causing Feria Building, Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City By Taxi or Ride-Hailing Service (Approx. 30-45 minutes): Upon exiting the airport, proceed to the taxi or ride-hailing service area. Inform the driver to take you to Causing Feria Building, Osmeña Blvd, Cebu City. Depending on traffic, the driver will usually take either the Marcelo Fernan Bridge or the Mactan-Mandaue Bridge. The GIED office is located near Robinsons Fuente, beside the Shell Gas Station, and across the YMCA. By Public Transport (Approx. 1-1.5 hours): From the airport, board a jeepney or MyBus heading to SM City Cebu. At SM City Cebu, transfer to a jeepney going to Fuente Osmeña or Osmeña Blvd. Ask the driver to drop you near the Causing Feria Building, located beside the Shell Gas Station and across the YMCA, close to Robinsons Fuente.

Additional comments

The LTV 6-month program cost is Euro 2,350 and the LTV 12 months cost is Euro 3,800. The fee also covers the special volunteer visa (47a2) processing services. We charge program fees for extensions per month. We charge Euro 400 per month if below 10 months and 10 months up to 12 months, the total fee will be that of a 1-year program which Euro 3,800 is. Split fee is at Euro 450.