BCARRD News
BCARRD-Led Program on S&T-Based Rehabilitation for Resilient Livelihood Takes Off
Written by
DR. MARISSA ESTRELLA
BCARRD RACG Coordinator
An inception meeting held on Feb 3, 2009 at the Department of Environment & Natural Resources (DENR), Rawis Legazpi City formally starts the program on Science and Technology-Based Rehabilitation for Resilient Forestry and Natural Resource-Based Livelihood. The main objective of the program is to showcase enhanced rehabilitation and resiliency in agriculture, forestry, and natural-resource- based livelihoods . It focuses on areas that are vulnerable to hazards from riverbanks and floodplains; and also mangrove areas and island communities that are dependent on natural karagomoi (Pandanus simplex) stand for additional income. The program also aims to study the adaptability and suitability of the enhanced potting preparation (EPP) technology for food sufficiency and for generating additional income in relocation sites. Risk assessment will be conducted. Standardized geohazard maps and risk reduction strategies will be recommended. The program will be implemented using the community-based /participatory approach to come up with an effective disaster risk management strategies.
The program has the following component projects: (1) Stabilization Strategies for Riverbank and Floodplain Areas in Albay for Disaster Risk Management of the Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Sector with Alejo Balaguer of DENR V as the Project Leader; (2) Development of Risk Scenario Models and Communication Program for a Resilient Agro-Forestry Livelihood: A Strategy for Capability Building and Institutionalization, Arlene Dayao, DENR, Project Leader; (3) Enhancing Higher Education Institution’s Capacity in Institutional Capability Building in Socio-economic and Ecological Impact Assessment of Calamity- Stricken Community-Based Mangrove Rehabilitation Project in Malinao, Albay , Raul Bradecina, Partido State University (ParSU), Project Leader; (4) Piloting of the Enhanced Potting Preparation (EPP) Technology for Food Security and Business, Lester Narvaez, Bicol University College of Agriculture & Forestry (BUCAF); and (5) Integrated Research and Development Project for Typhoon- Damaged Karagomoi Stand to Create Agri-Industrial Business Opportunities in Albay, Gregorio Llave, DENR V, Project Leader. Regional Technical Director William Palaypayon of DENR Region V is the Program Coordinator.
The program is the second batch of multi-agency research undertaking initiated by BCARRD in support to the rehabilitation program in disaster-prone Bicol. It will be implemented through the funds coming from the Department of Science and Technology and will be monitored by BCARRD and PCARRD.
DR. MARISSA ESTRELLA
BCARRD RACG Coordinator
An inception meeting held on Feb 3, 2009 at the Department of Environment & Natural Resources (DENR), Rawis Legazpi City formally starts the program on Science and Technology-Based Rehabilitation for Resilient Forestry and Natural Resource-Based Livelihood. The main objective of the program is to showcase enhanced rehabilitation and resiliency in agriculture, forestry, and natural-resource- based livelihoods . It focuses on areas that are vulnerable to hazards from riverbanks and floodplains; and also mangrove areas and island communities that are dependent on natural karagomoi (Pandanus simplex) stand for additional income. The program also aims to study the adaptability and suitability of the enhanced potting preparation (EPP) technology for food sufficiency and for generating additional income in relocation sites. Risk assessment will be conducted. Standardized geohazard maps and risk reduction strategies will be recommended. The program will be implemented using the community-based /participatory approach to come up with an effective disaster risk management strategies.
The program has the following component projects: (1) Stabilization Strategies for Riverbank and Floodplain Areas in Albay for Disaster Risk Management of the Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Sector with Alejo Balaguer of DENR V as the Project Leader; (2) Development of Risk Scenario Models and Communication Program for a Resilient Agro-Forestry Livelihood: A Strategy for Capability Building and Institutionalization, Arlene Dayao, DENR, Project Leader; (3) Enhancing Higher Education Institution’s Capacity in Institutional Capability Building in Socio-economic and Ecological Impact Assessment of Calamity- Stricken Community-Based Mangrove Rehabilitation Project in Malinao, Albay , Raul Bradecina, Partido State University (ParSU), Project Leader; (4) Piloting of the Enhanced Potting Preparation (EPP) Technology for Food Security and Business, Lester Narvaez, Bicol University College of Agriculture & Forestry (BUCAF); and (5) Integrated Research and Development Project for Typhoon- Damaged Karagomoi Stand to Create Agri-Industrial Business Opportunities in Albay, Gregorio Llave, DENR V, Project Leader. Regional Technical Director William Palaypayon of DENR Region V is the Program Coordinator.
The program is the second batch of multi-agency research undertaking initiated by BCARRD in support to the rehabilitation program in disaster-prone Bicol. It will be implemented through the funds coming from the Department of Science and Technology and will be monitored by BCARRD and PCARRD.
DA Launches P250M Program for Pili, Abaca and Coconut
Written by
JENNIS I. NIDEA
Dept. of Agriculture
TABACO City , Albay -- Agriculture Secretary Arthur C. Yap and Albay 1st District Congressman Edcel C. Lagman led other guests and government officials in the launching of a P250-million program that will revitalize three major commercial crops in the Bicol region last February 10, 2010 at the Hermon C. Lagman Gymnasium, Tabaco National High School , this city.
According to Marilyn V. Sta. Catalina, DA Bicol OIC Regional Executive Director, the program which is dubbed as Locally Funded Indigenous Crops Program (LFICP)” is designed to rejuvenate the commercial potentials as export cash crops of pili, abaca and coconut in the provinces of Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Sorsogon and Catanduanes with the Department of Agriculture (DA) as the lead implementing agency in partnership with the Fiber Industry Development Authority (FIDA) and the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA). The P250 million funding for the LFICP according to Sta. Catalina was obtained through the effort of Congressman Lagman.
The launching, according to Sta Catalina, was highlighted by the distribution of planting materials of the three crops and farm equipment to farmer-beneficiaries and LGUs. The LFICP for pili with the DA as the lead agency is targeting to produce 400,000 sexually propagated and 300,000 asexually propagated pili seedlings which will be distributed to the LGUs and farmer cooperators.
Sta. Catalina said that Bicol is the major producer of pili contributed 82% of domestic pili production. “Pili is considered as top export commodity for the Philippines as it can compete with macademia, cashew and walnut in terms of quality,” the OIC RED pointed out.
She added that pili nut confectioneries are now being exported to Japan , US and Eropean countries by local processors. Aside from the pili nuts, other parts of the tree such as the resin or “manila elemi” from its trunk is being used for the production of lacquer, thinner and varnish while the pili oil is used for food and also as body scrub or lotion.
The LFICP for abaca with FIDA as the lead agency will focus on the disease eradication and rehabilitation of 1,777 hectares infected by the bunchy top and mosaic disease virus and expansion or opening of an additional 331 hectares to be planted with this crop.
FIDA OIC Regional Director Edith Lomerio said that last year, Bicol regained its status as the top abaca producer as a result of the outbreak of bunchy top and mosaic viral disease. “Last year, Bicol abaca production went up by 5.1% or with a total production of 14,140 metric tons,” she explained.
On the other hand, the LFICP for Coconut with PCA as the lead agency, the priority activities will be on production/procurement and distribution of 225,000 quality planting materials to cover some 1,500 hectares; establishment of 4 nurseries; establishment and maintainance of seed garden stocked with 9,000 seednuts; embryo culture makapuno to be planted in 60 hectares; coconut fertilization in a 768.5 hectares targeted area; intercropping coconut plantation with 145,000 cacao seedling covering 400 hectares.
Aside from its traditional commercial and industrial value, Bicolano entrepreneur Engr. Justino Arboleda discovered the value of coco husks or coco coir as a material for controlling soil erosion and enriching the soil. This technology, now recognized worldwide, has earned the prestigious BBC World Challenge Award as the best grassroot project in the world for the Bicolano engineer, thus giving added significance and demand for coconut.
FIDA Administrator Cecilia Gloria J. Soriano, PCA Administrator Oscar G. Garin, DA High Value Commercial Crops (HVCC) Program Director Rene Rafael C. Espino, Tabaco City Mayor Krisel Lagman-Luistro, OIC RED Sta Catalina, FIDA OIC RD Lomerio and PCA OIC RD Eduardo Allorde also graced the occasion.
taken from (http://maidon.pcarrd.dost.gov.ph/regional_consortia/bcarrd/da-launches--p250m-program-for-pili--abaca-and-coconut.htm)
JENNIS I. NIDEA
Dept. of Agriculture
TABACO City , Albay -- Agriculture Secretary Arthur C. Yap and Albay 1st District Congressman Edcel C. Lagman led other guests and government officials in the launching of a P250-million program that will revitalize three major commercial crops in the Bicol region last February 10, 2010 at the Hermon C. Lagman Gymnasium, Tabaco National High School , this city.
According to Marilyn V. Sta. Catalina, DA Bicol OIC Regional Executive Director, the program which is dubbed as Locally Funded Indigenous Crops Program (LFICP)” is designed to rejuvenate the commercial potentials as export cash crops of pili, abaca and coconut in the provinces of Albay, Camarines Sur, Camarines Norte, Sorsogon and Catanduanes with the Department of Agriculture (DA) as the lead implementing agency in partnership with the Fiber Industry Development Authority (FIDA) and the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA). The P250 million funding for the LFICP according to Sta. Catalina was obtained through the effort of Congressman Lagman.
The launching, according to Sta Catalina, was highlighted by the distribution of planting materials of the three crops and farm equipment to farmer-beneficiaries and LGUs. The LFICP for pili with the DA as the lead agency is targeting to produce 400,000 sexually propagated and 300,000 asexually propagated pili seedlings which will be distributed to the LGUs and farmer cooperators.
Sta. Catalina said that Bicol is the major producer of pili contributed 82% of domestic pili production. “Pili is considered as top export commodity for the Philippines as it can compete with macademia, cashew and walnut in terms of quality,” the OIC RED pointed out.
She added that pili nut confectioneries are now being exported to Japan , US and Eropean countries by local processors. Aside from the pili nuts, other parts of the tree such as the resin or “manila elemi” from its trunk is being used for the production of lacquer, thinner and varnish while the pili oil is used for food and also as body scrub or lotion.
The LFICP for abaca with FIDA as the lead agency will focus on the disease eradication and rehabilitation of 1,777 hectares infected by the bunchy top and mosaic disease virus and expansion or opening of an additional 331 hectares to be planted with this crop.
FIDA OIC Regional Director Edith Lomerio said that last year, Bicol regained its status as the top abaca producer as a result of the outbreak of bunchy top and mosaic viral disease. “Last year, Bicol abaca production went up by 5.1% or with a total production of 14,140 metric tons,” she explained.
On the other hand, the LFICP for Coconut with PCA as the lead agency, the priority activities will be on production/procurement and distribution of 225,000 quality planting materials to cover some 1,500 hectares; establishment of 4 nurseries; establishment and maintainance of seed garden stocked with 9,000 seednuts; embryo culture makapuno to be planted in 60 hectares; coconut fertilization in a 768.5 hectares targeted area; intercropping coconut plantation with 145,000 cacao seedling covering 400 hectares.
Aside from its traditional commercial and industrial value, Bicolano entrepreneur Engr. Justino Arboleda discovered the value of coco husks or coco coir as a material for controlling soil erosion and enriching the soil. This technology, now recognized worldwide, has earned the prestigious BBC World Challenge Award as the best grassroot project in the world for the Bicolano engineer, thus giving added significance and demand for coconut.
FIDA Administrator Cecilia Gloria J. Soriano, PCA Administrator Oscar G. Garin, DA High Value Commercial Crops (HVCC) Program Director Rene Rafael C. Espino, Tabaco City Mayor Krisel Lagman-Luistro, OIC RED Sta Catalina, FIDA OIC RD Lomerio and PCA OIC RD Eduardo Allorde also graced the occasion.
taken from (http://maidon.pcarrd.dost.gov.ph/regional_consortia/bcarrd/da-launches--p250m-program-for-pili--abaca-and-coconut.htm)
