DA - PRDP Cordillera

𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

The August issue of the PRDP's official newsletter, 𝒊𝒏𝑭𝑶𝑪𝑼𝑺, is out now!

Headlining the August issue is the blog piece on the digitalization of Philippine agriculture co-authored by the World Bank and the DA-PRDP. Also included in this month's issue are the capability-building and mainstreaming workshops of the InfoACE and SES Units.

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐈𝐍 | The Cordillera Regional Project Advisory Board (RPAB) has approved and endorsed the Improvement of Limood, Balinciagao Sur-Magsay-Malucsad-Amdalao Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) in Pasil, Kalinga, for funding under the DA-PRDP Scale-up.

The deliberation for the subproject’s approval took place today, September 6, at the DA-CAR Conference Hall, BPI Compound, Guisad, Baguio City. DA-CAR Regional Executive Director and RPAB Chair Atty. Jennilyn M. Dawayan presided over the meeting and challenged the LGU officials to preserve the coffee areas along the road, cautioning against converting them into other crops or commercial establishments.

During the meeting, Provincial Agriculturist Engr. Domingo A. Bakilan detailed the specifications of the FMR subproject. The subproject covers 6.40 kilometers with an estimated cost of PHP 206 million. It aims to support heirloom rice, banana, and coffee production and is expected to benefit over 958 households, or 4,501 individuals (2,331 male and 2,170 female). The road will directly connect barangays in its influence area to the Tabuk–Balbalan-Abra national road and the Calanan-Mountain Province national road.

Kalinga Governor James Edubba expressed his gratitude to the technical team from the RPCO and PPMIU for their efforts in completing the subproject proposal and to the local government’s legislative body for allocating counterpart funds. He also noted that the approval of this subproject contributes to the PhP1.5 billion worth of investments the province of Kalinga has secured from the DA-PRDP.

The RPAB is responsible for guiding the RPCO in reviewing and ensuring that policies are effectively implemented in project ex*****on. Current RPAB members include Jane Toribio, DAR FOD Chief; Atty. Claude Mia Tupeng, NCIP Legal Officer; Ryan Palunan, RAFC Chair; Simeon Micklay, DENR DMO IV; Paul Aloysius Mayo, DTI STID Specialist; and Engr. Deidrlynn Cacdac, DPWH Planning Section Chief.//elbi

𝐃𝐀-𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐏 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦'𝐬 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬

To strengthen the harmonization and standardization of the Department of Agriculture – Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up’s communication strategies, the Project’s Information, Advocacy, Communication, and Education Unit (InfoACE) of the National Project Coordination Office (NPCO) conducted a Capability Building Workshop on Graphic Design, Layout, and Production of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Materials from August 27 to 30, 2024, in Baguio City.

The four-day training provided Information Officers from the PRDP’s Project Support Offices (PSOs) and Regional Project Support Offices (RPCOs), DA’s Agriculture and Fisheries Information Division (AFID), and Regional Agriculture and Fisheries Information Section (RAFIS) with practical skills and knowledge in various digital editing software. The training also enhanced the participants knowledge and ability to produce advocacy materials that effectively convey information about the project.

Additionally, the event provided an opportunity for the InfoACE Units to engage in discussions and reach an agreement on crafting all IEC materials related to the Project’s implementation and direction.

In her message, Cheryl C. Suarez, InfoACE Unit Head, underscored the participants' role in disseminating PRDP's programs and activities through the development of creative and informative content. She emphasized that their efforts are crucial in further promoting the Department’s services to the farmers, fishers, and beneficiaries.

“It is important that we enhance our skills to be always relevant with the current trends and technologies to improve our effectivity and efficiency in promoting the objectives of PRDP. Let us harmonize our efforts towards the attainment of the project's vision and mission. Your commitment is one of the keys to the Project’s success,” Suarez said.

Among the topics discussed were: Translating Documents into IEC materials, Key Concepts and New Trends in Graphic Design, Key Concepts and New Trends in Print and Web, and Using Canva & Adobe Software for Graphic Design and Layout.

The participants also had a workshop on Designing Regional Maps and PRDP-supported Commodities. # # #

𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐎𝐄𝐒' 𝐃𝐀𝐘

Today we remember our nation's heroes who have etched their names in our history as well as our modern-day heroes such as our farmers and fisherfolk who serve the country with pride and honor.

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | The DA-PRDP Regional Project Coordination Office (RPCO) Cordillera recently conducted a profiling of beneficiaries for the proposed enterprise subproject led by the Sagada Arabica Coffee Growers and Processors Organization (SACGPO) under the DA-PRDP Scale-Up.

Held from August 20-22, DA-PRDP technical staff, spearheaded by the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Unit, collected baseline data from selected farmer beneficiaries across the municipalities of Bontoc and Sagada who will be directly benefiting from the proposed enterprise subproject.

This baseline data is crucial for identifying indicators that describe the current conditions of these areas, which will help guide targeted interventions and investments. The data collected will also serve as a benchmark to measure the progress and effectiveness of the project, providing a basis for comparison before, during, and after the implementation of the subproject.

The proposed enterprise will be implemented by SACGPO along with Aliwes Irrigators Association, Inc., and Madchikom Coffee Producers Multipurpose Cooperative.

Sagada Gold - Arabica Coffee

𝐃𝐀-𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐏 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐕𝐂𝐀

The Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP) Regional Project Coordination Office-CAR (RPCO-CAR), through its I-PLAN Component, facilitated a training on the enhanced Climate-Resilient Agro-Industry Oriented Value Chain Analysis (iVCA) from August 14 to 16, in Baguio City.

Integrating a gender-sensitive approach into the value chain processes, the training intended to strengthen the capacity of the DA-CAR regional core planning team, banner program coordinators, and report officers in preparation for the integration of the value chain approach into investment planning within the DA.

Dr. Susan D. Balanza, I-PLAN component head and DA-CAR PMED chief, emphasized the training’s goal to improve participants’ understanding and skills in developing VCAs.

“The goal is to produce localized VCAs specific to the Cordillera and with this training, we aim to elevate our understanding of VCA to a level where we can craft VCAs for various commodities. The next step will involve hands-on practice and detailed discussions on each VCA chapter,” Dr. Balanza said.

She noted that the VCA preparation was enhanced integrating climate risk resiliency and gender sensitivity to ensure more inclusive and responsive interventions.

The training included sessions on the iVCA introduction, its preparation processes, VC segments, VC upgrading strategies, conducting stakeholder consultations, and the VCA review and approval process. These sessions were delivered by the RPCO-CAR I-PLAN Component’s Capacity Development Team.

At the end of the training, participants were grouped into three teams, each assigned to develop VCAs for rice, heirloom rice, and livestock. This division is designed to ensure a focused and comprehensive approach to crafting tailored value chain analyses for these key commodities. As they move forward, the teams will apply the skills and knowledge gained to enhance local agricultural strategies and support the region's climate resilience and gender inclusivity goals. # # # (Elvy T. Estacio, DA-PRDP InfoACE Cordillera)

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | The DA-PRDP Regional Project Coordination Office-CAR I-PLAN Component is leading a capacity development initiative aimed at enhancing the skills of DA-CAR’s Regional Core Planning Team, banner program coordinators, and report officers in the preparation and updating of the enhanced Climate-Resilient Agro-Industry Oriented and Gender-Sensitive Value Chain Analysis (iVCA).

Running until August 16, the training is designed to strengthen the capacity of DA staff in preparation for the integration of the value chain approach into investment planning within the DA.

The program includes presentations and discussions on various aspects of VCA development and value chain segments, delivered by the Capacity Development Team from the RPCO-CAR I-PLAN Component.

𝐈𝐟𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐨 𝐅𝐌𝐑 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐎𝐋 𝟐 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

The Improvement of P**a-Cawayan-Camandag Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) with Bridge subproject in Asipulo, Ifugao is set to commence as the Department of Agriculture – Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up granted the green light for contract awarding to the winning bidder.

The issuance of the No Objection Letter 2 (NOL2) officially authorizes the subproject to proceed, with ALFALFA Construction securing the contract valued at PhP244.30 million.

This subproject, proposed in support of the local coffee industry, will cover a span of 6.02 kilometers and include the construction of a 30-linear meter bridge. Once completed, it is expected to benefit 1,847 households, encompassing 8,755 residents (4,655 men and 4,100 women) across the area.

The road will connect three barangays: P**a, Cawayan, and Camandag, ensuring smoother and safer transportation for farmers and traders, especially during inclement weather. The enhanced infrastructure is anticipated to significantly boost the efficiency of local agricultural trade and support the community’s economic growth.

Initially approved under the DA-PRDP Original Loan funding in 2017, the project faced delays due to the original contractor's failure to meet the required project specifications within the designated timeline, leading to its termination.

As part of the PRDP implementation process, a pre-construction conference will soon be conducted to discuss specific implementation guidelines and processes including the requirements for disbursement, among others.// Elvy T. Estacio (RPCO-CAR Writer)

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𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆!

The Department of Agriculture – Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Regional Project Coordination Office – CAR (RPCO-CAR) is in need of one (1) Institutional Development Officer.

For those interested, kindly address your application letter to:
Atty. Jennilyn M. Dawayan, CESO IV
Project Director
Department of Agriculture
Philippine Rural Development Project
Regional Project Coordination Office-CAR

Interested applicants shall submit their Letter of Expression of Interest and one (1) copy of Curriculum Vitae and supporting documents, if necessary, via email at [email protected] or through a sealed envelope marked:

HIRING OF CONSULTANCY SERVICES (Individual Technical Staff)
Solicitation No. : SIC-04-08-2024
Position: Institutional Development Officer

The sealed application must be delivered at the address below and the deadline of submission of application/letter of intent & Curriculum Vitae is not later than 5:00 PM of August 20, 2024:

Department of Agriculture
Philippine Rural Development Project
Regional Project Coordination Office-CAR
Bids and Awards Committee (BAC) Secretariat
BPI Compound, Guisad, Baguio City

For online applications, please merge your documents into a PDF and don't forget to sign your Letter of Intent.

TOR: https://bit.ly/4cqyZhx

𝐌𝐠𝐚 𝐖𝐢𝐤𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚

The Department of Agriculture - Philippine Rural Development Project, through its Information, Advocacy, Communication, and Education (InfoACE) Unit, ensures that the voices of our farmers and fisherfolk are heard and represented, no matter their language.

This Buwan ng Wika, we celebrate the beautiful native languages that make the Philippines a proudly diverse country.

Join us this month as we discover the many languages and dialects of the different regions.

𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒

The July issue of the DA-PRDP's official newsletter, 𝒊𝒏𝑭𝑶𝑪𝑼𝑺, is out now!

Flip through the pages of last month's highlights including the highly successful National Cacao Congress 2024.

𝐃𝐀-𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐏 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐆𝐃𝐆, 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫-𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

To assess and evaluate the gender responsiveness of the strategies of the Department of Agriculture—Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up, a four-day training workshop was held from August 6-9, 2024, in Talisay, Batangas.

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𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | The DA-PRDP Regional Project Coordination Office (RPCO) Cordillera recently conducted a profiling of beneficiaries for the proposed enterprise subproject under the DA-PRDP Scale-Up, led by the Taloy Farmers’ Multipurpose Cooperative (TAFARMCO).

Held from August 6 to 9, DA-PRDP technical staff, spearheaded by the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Unit, collected baseline data from selected farmer beneficiaries across the municipalities of Tuba, Atok, Buguias, La Trinidad, and Baguio City who will be directly benefiting from the proposed enterprise subproject.

This baseline data is crucial for identifying indicators that describe the current conditions of these areas, which will help guide targeted interventions and investments. The data collected will also serve as a benchmark to measure the progress and effectiveness of the project, providing a basis for comparison before, during, and after the implementation of the subproject.

Taloy Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative

𝐑𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐅 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓

The Department of Agriculture - Philippine Rural Development Project’s National Project Coordination Office is seeking a 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦 for its Combined Endline and Baseline Evaluation Study.

Kindly read the details on the requirements and application process on the poster.

For the Terms of Reference (TOR) and Request for Expression of Interest (REOI), kindly access this link: https://tinyurl.com/3pxp8zxf

𝐊𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐀-𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐏 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞-𝐔𝐩

The Municipal Local Government of Kiangan, Ifugao officially broke ground on its new PhP136 million farm-to-market road (FMR) rehabilitation project at a ceremony held today, August 2, at Baguinge, Kiangan, Ifugao.

Implemented under the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up, the 6.6-kilometer improvement of Lamka-Mappit FMR is expected to serve 1,318 households benefiting 6,455 individuals within its influence area. The subproject will link barangays Baguinge and Duit in the municipality of Kiangan and barangay Panubtuban in the municipality of Asipulo.

The the capsule-laying ceremony was led by Kiangan Mayor Atty. Raldis Andrei A. Bulayungan, Vice Mayor Michelle Alice B. Baguilat, DA-CAR Agricultural Programs Coordinating Officer (APCO) for Ifugao Charlemagne S. Monayao, RPCO-CAR I-BUILD Component Head Engr. Gaston B. Cael, and ALFALFA Construction representatives. Subproject beneficiaries, DA-PRDP technical staff, and several LGU officials and heads of offices from the provincial and municipal LGU of Ifugao were also present to witness the event.

During the program, Mayor Bulayungan highlighted the collaborative efforts that brought the subproject to realization, noting its inclusion in the Provincial Commodity Investment Plan (PCIP) and the significant funding it received.

"This is the largest funded project Kiangan has received, it benefits not only the people of Baguinge and Duit but everyone who will pass through it especially our farmers. We hope their production will increase,” said Mayor Bulayungan.

He emphasized the importance of proper coordination to meet the project’s specifications, timelines, and quality standards. Mayor Bulayungan further urged the community to continue supporting the subproject until its completion, demonstrating that Kiangan has the capability to implement such projects successfully.

Representing the DA-CAR, APCO Monayao expressed his enthusiasm for the commencement of the Lamka-Mappit FMR improvement.

"I am happy to be part of this occasion as it marks the start of the construction of the Lamka-Mappit FMR," he said.

He noted that the subproject supports banana, coffee, and corn production, servicing 189 hectares of agricultural land with a potential expansion of 51 hectares. "This will help us produce our own food because the basic role of the DA is to help farmers achieve a higher income," Monayao added.

The program concluded with a message by Kiangan Vice Mayor Baguilat.

"This marks another milestone for Kiangan as a whole, so congratulations to all of us," said Mayor Bulayungan. He highlighted the partnership's success in bringing together all stakeholders. "It is a cohesion of everybody’s hard work, patience, and dedication towards a community development that is both progressive and inclusive,” said Vice Mayor Baguilat.

The improvement of Lamka-Mappit FMR is the first subproject in CAR that was approved under DA-PRDP Scale-Up. It is expected to be completed in April 2026. # # # (Elvy T. Estacio, DA-PRDP Cordillera InfoACE )

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | The improvement of Ubao-Manaot Farm-to-Market Road (FRM) subproject in Aguinaldo, Ifugao with a length of 8.39km is now at 66% physical progress as of July 15.

A joint inspection is scheduled to be conducted next week, to validate completed work accomplishments.

𝐈𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐌𝐎𝐀 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐌𝐑 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐀-𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐏 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞-𝐔𝐩

The Provincial LGUs of Isabela and Mountain Province signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) earlier today, August 1, at the Provincial Capitol of Isabela, City of Ilagan, for a farm-to-market road subproject proposed for funding under the Department of Agriculture - Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up.

The signing ceremony was led by Isabela Governor Rodolfo T. Albano III and Mountain Province Governor Bonifacio C. Lacwasan Jr., accompanied by department heads from both PLGUs. DA-PRDP Regional Project Coordination Office (RPCO) 2 Deputy Project Director Kay Olivas and RPCO Cordillera I-BUILD Component Head Engr. Gaston B. Cael were also present to witness the event.

This agreement marks a collaborative effort to enhance accessibility and establish vital market linkages. The MOA covers the terms and conditions for the proposed construction of the 9.089-kilometer Malamtam-Bitabit-Catao FMR with 50-linear meter bridge, which will start at Sitio Catao, Buringal, Paracelis, Mountain Province, and end at Malamtam, Dummon, Quezon, Isabela.

During the event, Governor Lacwasan expressed his gratitude to the DA-PRDP and the PLGU of Isabela for this promising partnership.

“This is an important economic collaboration between our provinces, providing our farmers with essential market access. We are the farm, and you are the market,” Governor Lacwasan stated.

Governor Albano reaffirmed his commitment to support the success of the proposed subproject.

“Once the project is completed, accessibility will be significantly improved. If we can assist in the progress of your province, we will do so gladly. We are delighted to witness the advancement of each province,” said Governor Albano.

The ceremony concluded with a brief presentation outlining the subproject’s location.

The DA-PRDP Scale-Up is a flagship project under the DA aimed at enhancing food supply chain efficiency by improving connectivity, mobility, accessibility, availability, and affordability through scientifically-based infrastructure and enterprise subprojects. # # # (Elvy T. Estacio, DA-PRDP RPCO Cordillera InfoACE)

𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐀-𝐏𝐑𝐃𝐏 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞-𝐔𝐩

The Business Planning Writeshop for the implementing Proponent Groups (PGs) of new enterprise subprojects proposed for funding under the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up has commenced on July 23 in Sagada, Mountain Province.

Business development teams from the Taloy Farmers’ Multipurpose Cooperative (TAFARMCO) and the Sagada Arabica Coffee Growers and Processors Organization (SACGPO) began developing their business plans according to the updated requirements and guidelines for proposed enterprise development subprojects under the DA-PRDP Scale-Up.

The PGs were recently confirmed eligible to propose enterprise subprojects based on the documents they submitted, including their proposed business models. During the writeshop, participants were first oriented on DA-PRDP Scale-Up requirements related to Social and Environmental Safeguards, Geomapping and Governance, and Economics. Both groups presented their business models and provided overviews of their proposed enterprises.

The four-day writeshop focused on finalizing their business models to determine the final structure of their proposals and assessing the feasibility of their proposals through financial analysis. To facilitate the process, timelines and follow through activities were set prior to a Joint Technical Review.

Technical staff from the DA-PRDP NPCO, PSO, RPCO-CAR, and LGUs were on hand to assist the PGs and facilitate the writeshop. Representatives from AgriTerra were also present to provide technical advice and assistance.

This collaborative effort marks a significant step towards enhancing the agricultural enterprises in the region, contributing to the overall development and sustainability of rural communities under the DA-PRDP Scale-Up. # # # (Elvy T. Estacio, DA-PRDP Cordillera InfoACE)

𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐜𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞-𝐔𝐩-𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐟𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝

In preparation for the construction of a new Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) project in Ifugao, the Department of Agriculture – Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) held a pre-construction (Pre-Con) conference for the Improvement of Lamka-Mappit FMR in Kiangan from July 23-24, 2024.

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𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | The Business Planning Writeshop has commenced for the implementing Proponent Groups (PGs) of enterprise subprojects proposed for funding under the DA-PRDP Scale-Up.

Running until Friday, July 26, officers and staff from the Taloy Farmers’ Multipurpose Cooperative (TAFARMCO) and the Sagada Arabica Coffee Growers and Processors Organization (SACGPO) have officially begun developing their business plans according to the new/annotated requirements and guidelines for proposed enterprise development subprojects. Both PGs were recently confirmed eligible to propose enterprise subprojects under the DA-PRDP Scale-Up.

As part of the preliminary activities, the PGs were first oriented on the DA-PRDP Scale-Up requirements concerning Social and Environmental Safeguards, Geomapping and Governance, and Economics. Both groups also presented their business models and overviews of their proposed enterprises.

The four-day writeshop will also include the presentation of their business plans, discussions on the way forward, agreements, and timeline setting for follow-up activities.

Technical staff from the DA-PRDP NPCO, PSO, RPCO-CAR, and LGUs are on hand to assist the PGs and facilitate the writeshop. Representatives from AgriTerra are also present to provide technical assistance to both PGs.

The event is being held in Sagada, Mountain Province.

Read and learn about the emerging benefits experienced by farmer-beneficiaries of the enterprise subproject, Banana (Cardava) Consolidation and Marketing in this 𝐑𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐝 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 (𝐑𝐀𝐄𝐁) 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟.

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𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑅𝐴𝐸𝐵 𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘧 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑓𝑖𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠, 𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑙𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑛𝑒𝑑 𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑓𝑖𝑒𝑑 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑢𝑏𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑎𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚𝑠 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑙𝑙 𝑅𝐴𝐸𝐵 𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑜𝑟𝑡.

𝘛𝘩𝘦 r𝑒𝑠𝑢𝑙𝑡𝑠 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝑔𝑎𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑡ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑝𝑜𝑛𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑔𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑝 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑓𝑎𝑟𝑚𝑒𝑟-𝑏𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠' 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑑𝑜 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑛𝑒𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑎𝑟𝑖𝑙𝑦 𝑟𝑒𝑓𝑙𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑠𝑢𝑏𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑠 𝑢𝑛𝑑𝑒𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑃𝑅𝐷𝑃.

𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡

𝘿𝙞𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬?

Heirloom rice are varieties that are created through centuries of cultivation and are typically passed down through generations in a family. They have distinct aromas, outstanding flavors and textures and more nutritional values. These are organically produced using traditional farming practices that sustain the local biodiversity.

Hence, the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) continues to support farmers’ cooperatives of the heirloom rice industry in the Cordillera region through value-adding interventions to improve the socio-economic status of its farmer members while empowering the heirloom rice industry.

To ensure rice consumption benefits our health, farmers, and the environment, opt for heirloom rice whenever possible. This choice raises awareness, supports farmers' livelihoods, and preserves a part of Filipino heritage. It may take some getting used to, but choosing a healthier and earth-loving option is always worth it.

Get to know about the benefits of heirloom rice this National Nutrition Month!

𝐉𝐎𝐁 𝐕𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐘

The Philippine Rural Development Project Ilocos Region, is looking for two Associate Social & Environmental Safeguards Officers.

All interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications no later than July 22, 2024, at 9:00 AM.

For further details of the job vacancy, scan the QR code attached to the image below or visit this link: https://tinyurl.com/3wbv3wvv