Dihon Sa 'Raya Institute Inc.

25/03/2026

16/02/2026

Just as we honor our roots and the lineage that brought us here, we cherish our journey and the memories that have shaped who we are today.

In this emergent season, Dihon Sa’Raya reimagines and transforms its collective purpose into conscious cultivation.

Be part of the unfolding as we go and grow through an unpaved path of potentialities.

17/08/2025

A Tribute to Nicanor "Nick" Perlas: A Life of Spirit, Service, and Sacred Ecology

We pay tribute and extend our heartfelt thanks to Nicanor "Nick" Perlas—a visionary who embodied Rudolf Steiner’s ideal of being “a helper for humanity, a servant of holy things, selfless and true.” His life served as a bridge between spiritual wisdom and practical action, integrating anthroposophy’s sacred principles into the effort for a just and ecologically balanced world. Nick recognized that genuine environmentalism goes beyond policies or protests—it requires reverence for all life, viewing the Earth as a spiritual being in need of human guardianship.

Through his courage and insight, Nick planted seeds that continue to grow beyond his days. Among his students, Elias carried this legacy forward, nurturing the groundwork for Dihon sa 'Raya. It was through Eli’s workshop with its founders that the organization took form, inspired by Nick’s social vision—where culture thrives in freedom, politics in equality, and economics in brotherhood.

Today, Dihon sa 'Raya aims to honor Nick’s mission by becoming “helpers for humanity” ourselves. We are establishing a Waldorf School in Antique, designed to awaken not only minds but spirits, fostering respect for nature and human potential. As part of the Amlig Antique Alliance, we work to protect Antique’s rivers, forests, and communities—not merely as resources but as sacred entities entrusted to us. For us, this work is sacred, a continuation of Nick’s selfless dedication to truth and life.

Nick Perlas did more than teach; he awakened. He demonstrated that true change starts when we serve something greater than ourselves. His life remains a guiding light, pointing toward a future where humanity lives in harmony with the Earth—not as conquerors, but as stewards of the sacred. We honor him not only for what he built but for the light he ignited within us—a light that still guides our path.

With gratitude, service, and solidarity,

Dihon sa 'Raya Institute, Inc.

09/08/2025

15/07/2025

Dear farmer friends, gardeners and enthusiasts, we share to you this online workshop from the Asia Biodynamic Research Network on the Biodynamic Planting Calendar.

How can I better understand and apply Biodynamic Planting Calendar relevant to my specific region and culture?

Date: 22 July 2025
Time: 8-9.30pm (Bali, Malaysia, Taiwan, Philippines, Singapore, China), 5.30-7pm (India), 7-8.30pm (Vietnam, Thailand), 9-10.30pm(Tokyo), 5.45-7.15pm(Nepal), 2-3.30pm (CET)

Program:
Introduction to BD Planting Calendar, its origin and purpose, basic astronomy for the calendar, why are there different versions in the world?
With Alex Tuchman (editor of Stella Natura BD Planting Calendar)

Creating connection and relevance:
Can I develop a planting calendar relevant to my specific region and culture?
With Etha Widiyanto (editor of Indonesia BD Planting Calendar)
And with Min Shi (editor of China Astro Calendar for BD Farming)

Commentary, panel discussion, Q & A
With Chinese translation by Gloria Sun, Vietnamese translation by Nguiễn Sơn
Registration: https://forms.gle/rxEzwipJkGrdoaLu8
Donation welcome.

25/05/2025

April closed with a truly meaningful activity with Janesa and Abby, our volunteers from Gamot Cogon during their workweek and Tala our volunteer from our community. Compared from last year's season, this summer season or this dry season has been gentle to us - with quite a bit of rain, fog and frequent warm weather. We celebrated with the 1st Aningalan Art Festival, harvested Biodynamic Preparation 500, buried Biodynamic Preparation 501 and conducted the 1st soil observation. Looking back from last month's activity, from the Holy Week, to this day, we will carry on the task ahead for the coming of the rainy season with the warmth of those who were with us!

22/05/2025

Last month, during Good Friday, our hike to our neighboring barangay Bulan-bulan with UP' s Gurong Pahinungod Mark, Myka and Raymond was immensely nourishing. As they celebrate their last day hang-out with the Aningalan Integrated Farm School students from this barangay, it was inspiring to experience how these young students look up to their teachers and how their teachers become hopeful for the days ahead of their journey.