Project 3: TARA - ATBI
Regional Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator
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Project Overview
Project Overview
The Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator (ATBI) is an innovative program designed to develop entrepreneurship, promote technology transfer, and accelerate economic growth in the Agricultural, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (AANR) sector within the Caraga region. The ATBI provides a nurturing environment for early-stage enterprises and startups to develop, commercialize, and scale their innovative solutions.
Services Offered:
Business coaching and mentorship for agri-aqua enterprises
Assistance in business model development and refinement
Market assessment and feasibility analysis
Linking researchers with potential investors and markets
Training on agribusiness and entrepreneurship
Support in preparing business plans and investment proposals
TARA Incubatees Cohort 1A: Pioneering the Future of Agri-Aqua Innovation
Meet the first batch of innovative startups at TARA Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator. These emerging ventures are shaping the future of agriculture and aquaculture with groundbreaking solutions designed for sustainability and growth.
TARA Incubatees Cohort 1C: Empowering the Next Generation of Agri-Aqua Innovators
Introducing the latest group of dynamic startups at TARA Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator. Cohort 1C is made up of forward-thinking ventures that are harnessing technology to revolutionize agriculture and aquaculture, driving sustainable practices and fostering growth within the industry.
Regional ATBI Component
Regional ATBI Component
This component focuses on enabling collaboration among stakeholders in the region by offering technology transfer training, facilitating the convergence of AANR stakeholders, and providing incubation services. It aims to create a robust innovation ecosystem and strengthen public-private partnerships to maximize the commercialization of R&D outputs.
Key Objectives:
To provide support to CMIs and other ATBIs in the transfer of technologies through capacity building,technology business incubation or co-incubation.
Specific Objectives:
Provide capability building on technology transfer to R&D partners in the region;
Provide a venue for convergence of regional AANR stakeholders;
Provide incubation services to potential adopters/incubatees/co-incubatees in the Region;
Facilitate public-private access to AANR technologies to improve the innovation ecosystem in the region; &
Strengthen existing and forge new Public Private Partnerships for utilization of research outputs of CMI’s.
Institutional ATBI Component
Institutional ATBI Component
Dedicated to Caraga State University, this component enhances the institution’s capacity for technology transfer and business incubation. It provides tailored support to adopters, incubatees, and co-incubatees, while fostering linkages with public and private sectors to ensure the effective utilization of institutional research outputs.
Key Objectives:
To establish the Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator (ATBI) in Caraga State University to support the transfer of technologies through capacity building and technology business incubation.
Specific Objectives:
Capacitate ATBI Staff and R&D Centers on technology transfer in the institution;
Provide a venue for convergence of institutional AANR stakeholders;
Provide incubation services to potential adopters/incubatees/co-incubatees in the institution;
Facilitate public-private access to AANR technologies to improve the innovation ecosystem in the institution; &
Enhance existing and forge new Public Private Linkages for utilization of research outputs of the University
Trainings and Capacity-Building Activities
Trainings and Capacity-Building Activities
RAISE Project 3 - Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator (TARA) supports the development of startups and incubatees in the agriculture and aquaculture sectors. Through targeted capacity-building initiatives, specialized lectures, and pitching competitions, the project equips staff and stakeholders with the skills and knowledge needed to foster innovation and commercialize AANR-based technologies. The incubator provides guidance and resources to help entrepreneurs refine their ideas and effectively pitch them for investment and growth.
Agriaqua Technology Business Incubator Masterclass (ATBIMC)
Ceremonial MOA Signing between TARA ATBI and its Incubatees
Regional Agribusiness Mentorship Series - In Partnership with RAISE Project 2 - ABH
Voices of Innovation - in partnership with Start Up Podcast PH
Benchmarking Activity to the USM ATBI
Innovative Seed Planting Presentation
Series of Free Webinars
CORE STAFF: To achieve the project's objectives, the following individuals are instrumental.
MELBERT R. BONOTAN
MELBERT R. BONOTAN
Project Leader
ELPEDIO M. CORBETA JR.
ELPEDIO M. CORBETA JR.
Project Development Officer III
KENNETH M. BOYLES
KENNETH M. BOYLES
Project Technical Assistant II
Project Staffs:
Jenelyn B. Refamonte-Asis - Project Staff Level 1
Edwin Manuel M. Jarlata - Project Staff Level 1
Nathan Kit Berro - Project Support Staff L2
Hannah Faye A. Capoy - Project Support Staff L2
Dr. Rolyn C. Daguil - Project Support Staff L2
Dr. Jeffrey T. Dellosa - Project Support Staff L2
Julius L. Ocmen - Project Support Staff L2
Jenie L. Plender - Nabas - Faculty Staff
Rex G. Parro - Faculty Staff
Contact Us
For more information, please visit the office of the Project Leader of Project 3 - ATBI at the TBI Center, Hiraya Building, Caraga State University, Ampayon, Butuan City. Or visit our Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/TARA.AgriAqua
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