The RTWPB-Caraga was recognized as the Best Performing Region during the 10th competition of the 2025 Productivity Olympics on October 1, 2025 in Taguig City.

Productivity Olympics is an advocacy program and biennial competition of the NWPC and the RTWPBs to promote productivity and quality and to showcase the best productivity improvement programs and practices of MSMEs nationwide.

Caraga region emerged as a powerhouse of productivity as out of 156 participating enterprises nationwide, the region produced 11 national nominees, 6 national finalists, and ultimately two national winners — a feat that secured the region’s top distinction.

National Winners from Caraga:

• AmamioFarm Products (Nasipit, Agusan del Norte) Winner, Agribusiness – Small Category
• Allen Stick & Trading (Trento, Agusan del Sur) Winner, Industry – Medium Category

Each winner received Php 125,000 cash prize, trophy, and will be given priority access to NWPC training programs and services.

The RTWPB-Caraga was also hailed as the Best Performing Region, an award based on the quality of documentation, timeliness of submissions, and the number of finalists and winners produced.

Caraga’s achievement reflects a collective regional effort to elevate productivity standards and empower local businesses. “This success is a shared victory,” said RTWPB-Caraga Board Secretary VI Earl dela Victoria.

“We extend our deepest gratitude to our remarkable MSMEs and board members who were integral to this journey. We will continue to work tirelessly to champion productivity excellence in the Caraga Region,” added Board Secretray dela Victoria.

With this milestone, Caraga not only celebrates its triumph but also sets a benchmark for other regions striving to uplift MSMEs and foster a culture of continuous improvement. (Eric O. Descartin)