Records custodians from the Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI) participated in a seminar-workshop on “Records Counter Disaster Preparedness and Business Continuity (RCDPBC)” on October 28–29, 2025, at the NFRDI Conference Room, Quezon City.

Organized by the Records Management Section of the Finance and Administrative Division, the seminar-workshop aimed to equip records custodians from the NFRDI Central Office and Centers with the knowledge and skills to safeguard the agency’s official records. It also highlighted the importance of proactive planning and timely response in protecting vital information during disasters and other unforeseen events.

Serving as resource speakers were Von Abella, Senior Archivist, and Michelle Ann Rose Zamora, Archivist II, both from the National Archives of the Philippines (NAP).

They shared their expertise and valuable insights drawn from years of professional experience in the field of records and archives management. Through their presentations, participants gained a deeper understanding of disaster preparedness measures and recovery strategies for institutional records.

To enhance learning, participants engaged in hands-on group exercises on risk and damage assessment, as well as response and recovery strategies for records management during disasters. The workshop fostered collaboration and critical thinking through simulated real-life scenarios.

Additionally, pre- and post-tests assessed participants’ knowledge of disaster risk identification, records protection, and business continuity. Results showed improved understanding of maintaining secure and accessible records during crises.

The seminar-workshop reaffirmed DA-NFRDI’s commitment to strengthening its records management system and enhancing organizational resilience through continuous learning and capacity development. ### (Rhoda Mae Francisco)