Banika Farm was invited as a resource speaker at the Youth Leadership Summit held at the Pontod Gymnasium in Brgy. Pontod, Hilongos, Leyte, where it discussed practical and youth-friendly approaches to lettuce production. The activity gathered youth leaders and scholars from the community, with the goal of encouraging greater youth participation in agriculture.

During the session, Banika Farm shared its journey from a small backyard initiative to a growing enterprise, highlighting how lettuce production—particularly through modern and sustainable farming methods—can serve as a viable livelihood for young people. The talk focused on basic production principles, common challenges faced by beginners, and opportunities available for youth who wish to venture into agri-entrepreneurship.

The discussion emphasized that agriculture is no longer limited to traditional practices, but is now open to innovation, technology, and youth leadership. By presenting real experiences and lessons learned, Banika Farm aimed to make farming more relatable and attainable for young leaders and scholars.

This engagement formed a vital part of Banika Farm’s mission to share knowledge and experience in order to inspire not only the youth, but the wider community, to engage in agriculture. Through initiatives like this, Banika Farm continued to advocate for agriculture as a meaningful, sustainable, and empowering pathway for the next generation.