30/04/2025
“The grass is greener on the other side.”
For 25-year-old Kyle B. Torreon from Ubay, Bohol, this isn’t just a saying—it’s a way of life. Although he earned a degree in commerce, Kyle’s true passion has always been farming. A proud graduate of the Young Internship Program in Organic Agriculture (YIPOA), Kyle has transformed his childhood connection with farming into a thriving and meaningful career.
YIPOA opened Kyle’s eyes to the importance of sustainability in agriculture, as he gained hands-on experience in essential agricultural practices, such as Takakura compost making, producing microbial inoculants, organic vegetable farming, livestock management, and silage production. “The program opened my eyes to the idea that being a conventional farmer is no longer enough. We must adopt sustainable and safe technologies to improve the quality of our lives and the environment,” he explains. With the help of a P150,000 YIPOA grant, Kyle launched his own Dairy Buffalo Production venture—earning not only his mother’s trust to take over the family farm, but also a multi-million-peso Napier cuttings deal with the First Consolidated Cooperative along the Tañon Sea Boards (FCCT).
Today, Kyle is more than just a farmer—he’s a job creator and a passionate advocate for organic farming. “Farming is more than just resources; it is about devoting time, energy, and unwavering commitment,” he emphasizes. “In this business, you have to be prepared for setbacks and losses. If you're not, you’ll lose heart.” Thanks to his passion, perseverance, and deep knowledge, Kyle Torreon is showing that the future of agriculture is bright, sustainable, and in the hands of those who care deeply.
ATI-Central Visayas
