Ilang Forest Farm

A living system of working land, wild learning, and livelihood

Ilang

Origin: Old Tagalog. Used in pre-colonial and early Tagalog texts to describe land that is wild, uncultivated, or beyond settled areas. Closely tied to the idea of wilderness rather than danger.Dictionary meaning (Tagalog) ilang na lugar; masukal o liblib na pook; (In English) wilderness, wild land, uncultivated place, often forested but not limited to dense forest.Pronunciation IPA: /ˈi.laŋ/; sounds like: EE-lang (two syllables, soft “ng” as in bang)

A place where Filipino families grow wisdom through land, work, and shared responsibility.

We are builders, makers, and stewards.
We believe legacy is not what we leave behind, but what we actively build and tend together.Ilang Forest Farm is our community expression — a cooperative way of working rooted in land that teaches, livelihoods that sustain, and relationships that endure.

Core Values

🌾 Stewardship 🤝 Collaboration 💡 Creativity 💚 Integrity 🏡 CommunityIlang Forest Farm operates as a community-led initiative supported by
Adashi Mirolupab Holdings Corp.

Manifesto

We believe legacy is not what we leave — it’s what we live.

Ilang Forest Farm is a shared ground where Filipino families return to land, craft, and one another.We practice working land and wild learning — curiosity shaped by real work, responsibility, and rhythm. We build, learn, and give together because heritage survives only when it is lived.Through shared labor and shared wisdom, we grow a living system — teaching, trading, and sustaining life across seasons, one seed, one hand, one household at a time.

VISION

To nurture a living heritage where Filipino families grow in wisdom, work, and well-being — rooted in the land and connected to each other.

MISSION

To cultivate sustainable education, livelihood, and community programs through cooperative values, creativity, and shared stewardship of resources.

Business and Operating Model

Ilang Forest Farm is a multi-purpose cooperative registered under the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA), supported by Adashi Mirolupab Holdings Corp.It operates as a living ecosystem where every member contributes — through skills, time, capital, or creativity — and in return gains opportunities for growth, shared profit, and purpose.

Buhay Aralan®

Education & Training

Workshops, courses, and cooperative learning for families, teachers, and lifelong learners.

Buhay Bukid®

Livelihood & Local Trade

Rooted in care for the earth and community, Buhay Bukid grows the link between land and livelihood through small farms, home gardens, crafts, and local trade that nourish both soil and soul.

Buhay Bayan™

Community & Partnerships

Barangay-based outreach, youth cooperatives, and shared giving projects that create real local impact.

Revenue Streams

  • Education & Training Programs

  • Cooperative Product Sales

  • Consulting & Design/Build Services

  • Retreats & AirBnB Income

  • Partnerships & Grants

  • Membership Shares & Fees

  • Events & Community Fairs

Profit that circulates — not accumulates.

Knowledge that circulates

Education & Training Programs

Courses, workshops, and mentoring through Buhay Aralan®, offered to parents, youth, and professionals — nurturing lifelong learning and cooperative literacy.

Work that sustains

Product Sales

Locally made goods — food, crafts, and farm produce under Buhay Bukid® — developed, packed, and sold through co-op trade fairs and partner stores.

  • Pablo Flavored Heat

  • ApothECOry Home & Personal Care Products

  • Chicken and Duck Meat

  • Chicken and Duck Eggs

  • Crayfish

  • Tilapia

  • Pickles

  • Corn Products

  • Home-baked Goods

Craft with integrity

Design/Build Services

Integrating the expertise of Doma & Benri Builders with Banaag Bukid’s values — providing design, build, and sustainability consulting for community-based and eco projects.

Rest as renewal

Retreats & AirBnB

Casilikha offers select spaces for retreat, rest, and reconnection. Purposeful stays and creative residencies that allow the land to earn while remaining cared for.

  • Accommodations for couples, families and friends

  • Local Flavors

  • Nature Hikes

  • Glamping and Lake Water Sports Activities

Casilikha in Casile, Laguna is our pilot farm estate—where rest houses, gardens, and creative studios coexist with cooperative farming. Each lot can serve as a private retreat or part of our shared Airbnb program, generating income while keeping the land alive and cared for.

Collaboration for impact

Partnerships & Grants

Collaborations that expand community impact through shared funding, advocacy, and local support.

  • Barangay Activations

  • SDG Outreach Programs

  • Trade Trainings

  • Educational Livelihood Field Trips

Casilikha’s community farming and land stewardship programs are open for aligned partnerships.

Shared ownership

Membership

The co-op’s foundational capital system — where members invest through share capital and dues, ensuring democratic ownership and sustainable growth.Owning or co-stewarding land in Casilikha is part of our deeper membership pathway.

Celebration of local life

Events & Fairs

Seasonal markets, learning weekends, and youth-led showcases that bring together families, makers, and advocates in a rhythm of shared trade and joy.

  • Pottery and Soap-Making Workshops

  • Wellness Retreats

  • Prenup Shoots

  • Private Dinners

A Shared Vision

We’re opening limited spaces in Ilang Forest Farm—a hillside farm estate in Casile for families who want to own titled land with purpose.
More than a development, it’s a circle of stewards co-creating a living compound that blends art, agriculture, and community care.
For those seeking meaningful rural life without losing connection to good work and good company, Ilang Forest Farm is where you can plant both roots and purpose. 🌱

Why Join

When you buy into Ilang Forest Farm, you’re not just owning land—you’re becoming part of a living estate where stewardship, creativity, and community take root.You get to:

  • Own a titled farm lot within a thoughtfully planned compound of like-hearted families.

  • Co-shape a shared vision for sustainable living, art, and local enterprise.

  • Access collective spaces (gardens, workshop sheds, learning corners) designed for both quiet retreat and purposeful collaboration.

  • Grow what matters—whether that’s food, family memories, or small ventures that support the land and its people.

This isn’t a typical subdivision. It’s a co-created stewardship project for those who want their investment to mean something—a home that gives back to the earth and community.

Why Casile

Casile sits quietly between Nuvali and Tagaytay—high enough for cool weather, close enough to the city to feel connected and have access to all the conveniences a city provides, and still surrounded by farmers and families who know each other by name.The roads may be bumpy, but the air is clear, the water runs deep, and the people are kind. It’s one of the few places left where you can build something beautiful without walls.Buying here isn’t just owning farmland. It’s being part of a cooperative estate where:

  • You can build a rest house or Airbnb, plant fruit-bearing trees, or let Ilang Forest Farm care for your land through our shared maintenance and cultivation programs.

  • If you’re “land banking,” your property remains productive and well-tended—no idle lots, no neglect.

  • All buyers agree to shared use principles: no industrial use, no disruptive structures, and full respect for the land’s agricultural nature and community spirit.

You keep ownership. We keep the soul of the place intact.

People

Ilang Forest Farm thrives through collaboration.
We’re looking for hands that build, minds that teach, and hearts that grow.

Phase 1

Seed

(2025 Q4 – 2026 Q1)

  • CDA registration

  • Build Ilang Forest Farm digital home

  • Caliraya + Casile pilot activation

Phase 2

Pollinate

(2026 Q2 – Q3)

  • Launch Buhay Aralan & Bukid projects

  • Recruit 20 founding members

  • Start small-batch product production

Phase 3

Hive

(2026 Q4 – 2027)

  • Expand to community partnerships

  • Host first Banaag Bukid Fair

  • Begin profit-sharing cycle

Memberships

When one member grows, everyone gains.

This Quarter

(Q4 2025)

✅ Finalize CDA registration documents
✅ Allocate seed capital from AMH
✅ Build Carrd website (this plan)
✅ Prepare membership form + co-op logo
✅ Launch Casile & Caliraya pilot activities

Next Quarter

(Q1 2026)

🌿 Recruit first 20 founding members
🌿 Begin Buhay Bukid production pilot
🌿 Publish Ilang Forest Farm Journal (updates + community stories)

Governance & Transparency

Ilang Forest Farm operates with integrity, guided by the principles of cooperative governance and shared accountability.
Our charter outlines clear roles, decision-making systems, and financial stewardship to ensure every member’s voice is valued and every peso is used with purpose.

Initial Board & Core Roles

  • Cooperative Manager – Oversees operations and member coordination

  • Finance & Admin Officer – Handles accounting, reports, and compliance

  • Program Heads – Lead Buhay Aralan®, Buhay Bukid®, and Buhay Bayan™ initiatives

  • Community Coordinator – Bridges members, partners, and local groups

  • Creative & Communications Lead – Manages brand, storytelling, and public engagement

Governance Charter

Includes by-laws, membership agreements, and CDA compliance framework
Available for review upon registration with the Cooperative Development Authority.

Ways to Participate

  • Cooperative Share Capital (₱5K–₱20K)

  • Skills & Labor Hours

  • Annual Cooperative Dues

What Members Receive

  • Profit-sharing (patronage refund)

  • Access to training, livelihood, and co-op spaces

  • Discounts & priority booking in Ilang Forest Farm properties

  • Shared visibility in co-op trade events