Agroentrepreneurship NC II

KALUPPÂ TVET SCHOOL PROGRAM OFFERING

Empowering community-based agripreneurs through practical skills, ethical leadership, and real-world livelihood training

The Agroentrepreneurship NC II program at the Kaluppâ Foundation TVET School is a TESDA-registered qualification designed to equip learners with the competencies needed to plan, start, operate, and sustain a small agri-based enterprise. Delivered in Kaluppâ's signature community-grounded, highly organized, and learner-centered training environment, the program blends technical agricultural knowledge with entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and values-driven business management.

The program is classified under the TESDA Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery Sector, delivered with a total nominal training duration of 239 hours (30 days).

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Why Study Agroentrepreneurship NC II?

Agroentrepreneurship NC II is designed for those who want to turn agricultural ideas into real, income‑generating ventures. It equips learners not just with farming knowledge, but with the business mindset needed to thrive in today’s evolving agri‑economy.

Studying this course empowers you to:

Start and manage your own agri-based business with confidence
Develop smart, sustainable business models suited for local communities
Transform farm products into profitable enterprises
Understand markets, pricing, and customer needs—key skills for young entrepreneurs
Create livelihood opportunities for yourself and others in your community

Whether you dream of launching a farm start-up, building a small agri-enterprise, or helping your family’s livelihood grow, Agroentrepreneurship NC II gives you the tools, creativity, and mindset to succeed—right where you are.

Program Overview

Agroentrepreneurship NC II prepares learners to become self-reliant agri-entrepreneurs capable of identifying market opportunities, developing viable agri-products, managing small farm enterprises, and engaging responsibly with local value chains.

At Kaluppâ Foundation, this is grounded in real, community-based examples and practical application tailored to Marinduque’s agricultural realities.

✔ Hands-on, livelihood-focused training

Learners engage in activities such as:

Opportunity scanning in their own communities
Simple agri-product development
Costing, pricing, and budgeting
Basic marketing using local channels
Customer relations and ethical enterprise practices

Training is designed to mirror actual rural entrepreneurship scenarios, making the learning relevant and immediately usable.

✔ Strong integration with agricultural practice

Because Kaluppâ also delivers Agricultural Crops Production NC II and operates model farm plots, trainees see both production and enterprise development as interconnected systems—turning crops, livestock, or value-added products into sustainable income streams.

✔ Competency-Based, structured, and well-documented

As recognized by TESDA audits, Kaluppâ implements:

Clear training plans and learning guides
Systematic monitoring and evaluation
Well-managed documentation and learner progress tracking

This ensures consistency, accountability, and high-quality delivery of all competencies.

✔ Ethical, community-first approach

True to the Foundation’s policies, the program prioritizes ordinary citizens and community members, avoiding conflicts of interest and ensuring opportunities serve those with genuine livelihood needs.

Key Competencies Covered

Although competence requirements follow TESDA’s standards, Kaluppâ enriches each with real-world applications such as developing and evaluating simple business ideas, preparing basic business plans for small agroenterprises, managing day-to-day operations (purchase, production planning, inventory, simple recordkeeping), applying basic financial management (cash flow, profits, pricing), marketing and customer engagement tailored to rural markets, and ensuring sustainable, ethical, and community-conscious business practices.

1. Basic Competencies

Participate in Workplace Communication
Work in a Team Environment
Solve and Address General Workplace Problems
Develop Career and Life Decisions
Contribute to Workplace Innovation
Present Relevant Information
Practice Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Policies and Procedures
Exercise Efficient and Effective Sustainable Practices in the Workplace
Practice Entrepreneurial Skills in the Workplace

2. Common Competencies

Apply safety measures in farm operations
Perform estimation and calculations
Process farm wastes
Perform record keeping

3. Core Competencies

Learners gain hands-on proficiency in:

Assess Market Opportunities
Establish Farm Production Plan
Handle Finances
Market Produce

Training Approach at Kaluppâ

✔ Community Immersion

Learners conduct market observation and needs assessment within actual barangays, helping them design enterprises that respond to authentic local demand.

✔ Project-Based Learning

Each trainee develops a mini agro-business concept or prototype—from simple pickled products, herbs, vegetables, eggs, plant seedlings, or other agri-based items—guided by trainers and local practitioners.

✔ Mentorship and Values Formation

Kaluppâ trainers emphasize:

Responsible entrepreneurship
Discipline and documentation
Using enterprise to uplift the household and community
Environmental awareness

Who the Program Is For

Aspiring small agro-entrepreneurs
Farmers and growers seeking to add value to their harvests
Out-of-school youth looking for sustainable livelihood opportunities
Homemakers or community residents wanting to start a home-based agri-business
Individuals preparing to manage micro agribusiness projects

The Kaluppâ Advantage

Kaluppâ Foundation’s Agroentrepreneurship NC II program stands out because it develops not only the skills but also the mindset of a responsible agri-entrepreneur. Learners graduate with a clear understanding of both farm production and enterprise management, supported by a school culture rooted in integrity, community upliftment, and strong documentation systems.

Let’s Hear It From the Graduates

At Kaluppâ Foundation, our strongest proof of impact comes from the stories of our learners. Many of our graduates have built thriving farms, launched small agri-based enterprises, or found meaningful employment in their chosen industries. Their journeys reflect the heart of our mission—to equip ordinary community members with real, practical skills that transform lives and livelihoods.

👉 Meet some of our successful alumni and watch their stories: