SOCSKSARGEN ADP AR2010

ANNUAL

REPORT Department of Agriculture

S O C S K S A R G E N Area Development Project Office Project Management Unit

CONTENTS 1

Executive Summary

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SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program

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SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office

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Food Security Program Accomplishments

33

Success Stories

42

Project Management Activities

51

Financial Performance

Message from the Chairman of the Board

Warmest greetings to the people and leaders of South Cotabato, North Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos City as we mark another successful year in our joint efforts to stamp out poverty and food insecurity in local farming and fishing villages through the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project.

In particular, component initiatives such as the Integrated Food Security Program have allowed participating farmers to produce sufficient and safe food items, both for personal consumption and trade. These activities ultimately helped improve food security and spur livelihood and income opportunities in their communities.

As the chairperson of the SOCKSARGEN ADP Board, I take pride in these accomplishments, aptly chronicled by this Annual Report.

We at the Department of Agriculture therefore commend the men and women of the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office, concerned LGUs and stakeholders, the private sector, non-government organizations and other partners in undertaking various initiatives during the year in review. These milestones are a demonstration of our unwavering commitment to delivering our respective share in Mindanao’s progress despite difficult challenges.

SOCSKSARGEN, just like the rest of Mindanao, is a region of diverse cultures and of varying degrees of development.

It also faces the realities of increased weather uncertainties due to global climate change. With the project’s extension for another six years, I call on everyone to work more closely as we develop and implement comprehensive, integrative and pro-active approaches anchored on good governance and sustainable growth.

Sama-sama nating i-angat ang antas ng pamumuhay ng bawat Pilipino sa pamamagitan ng pagsulong at pagsasakatuparan ng mga makabuluhang programa sa sakahan at pangisdaan.

Mabuhay!

Proceso J. Alcala Secretary Department of Agriculture

Message from the Project Manager

The SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office (ADPO), thru its Project Management Unit (PMU), is pleased to present to all stakeholders its 2010 Annual Report. In the ensuing pages are the various components of the Program, including its key players and the projects and activities executed throughout the year which made significant impact not only to the economic growth of the region but also to the lives of our rural farmers.

I, therefore, wish to extend my sincere gratitude to the national governmentand to our proactive partners from the different government and non-government sectors for another year of achievement. I also wish to acknowledge the active involvement of the Local Government Units particularly that of the SOCSKSARGEN Technical and Monitoring teams, for working closely with us in the whole cycle of project development and implementation.

Further, I would like to take this opportunity to thank His Excellency President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III for his valuable support to the SOCSKSARGEN area and his recognition of ADPO’s vital role in the national economic development.

The six years extension of the project would pave way to the implementation of strategic development initiatives and programs that would help to ensure food security, increase farmer’s income and enhance global competitiveness.

We look forward to another year of cooperation for a more progressive and Maanyag na SOCSKSARGEN!

GINALYN FE C. CACHUELA Project Manager SOCSKSARGEN ADP-PMU

Executive Summary he year 2010 is a period of great challenge and success for SOCSKSARGEN growth area. Primarily, the coordinative function of SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office (ADPO), a locally-funded project in Mindanao under the Department of Agriculture (DA) was extended with the issuance of Executive Order (EO) No. 16 on 21 December 2010 by the newly elected President of the Philippines, Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III. The latest term extension of the agency is a significant development for the growth area. It renewed and strengthened the role of ADPO, particularly in the realization of key development initiatives, in coordination with respective Local Government Units (LGUs), concerned National Government Agencies (NGAs), partner Private Sectors (PS), Civil Service Organization (CSOs) and stakeholders.

Focused and determined in pushing for the socio-economic development of SOCSKSARGEN, the SOCSKSARGEN ADPO has gone another milestone this year. In this annual accomplishment report, we proudly present the valuable programs and projects implemented under the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program, including their life-changing benefits to our farmers and stakeholders.

In 2010, DA allocated PhP 61.230 million for the implementation of 8 projects in SOCSKSARGEN comprised of 7 farm-to-market roads (FMRs) and 1 training center. As part of the implementing mechanism under the Food Security Program, the LGUs likewise appropriated 20% cash counterpart to support these projects. The implementation of the projects have run smoothly, albeit delayed due to the national elections in May 2010 which put procurement on hold until the 4th quarter of the year. As of December 2010, 1 farm-to-market road project was completed, 3 projects are ongoing, and 4 projects were bidded and ready for implementation in January 2011.

Simultaneously, the implementation of carry-over projects funded in 2007 up to 2009 were expedited, resulting to the completion of another 17 projects at the end of the year. The completed projects cover an estimated of 22,598 hectare-influence area, mostly planted with corn, rice, banana, mango, coconut, coffee, rubber, pineapple, abaca, oil palm and vegetables, and benefited approximately 48,000 farmers and populace. Other completed projects such as the Animal Breeding Center, Market Building, and Training Center will benefit more farmers and resource-users once fully furnished and equipped by the LGUs. On the aggregate, 108 out of 123 projects were completed under

the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program for the period 2003 to 2010 posting an overall accomplishment of 89%.

Project evaluation was also undertaken to study the development outcomes or impacts generated by various projects implemented in the prior years. The ADPO-Project Management Unit (PMU) spearheaded the conduct of terminal evaluation of the 24 irrigation projects, 9 farm-to-market roads, 13 mechanical dryers, and Sustainable Technology to Accelerate Rice Sufficiency (STARS) Project – an inbred-rice techno demonstration project, funded and implemented within 1999 to 2008. The evaluation activities will be completed in 2011.

Development initiatives on vital infrastructures such as fish port, wharves, airports and road networks that are essential components to the economic progress of the area were also monitored by the agency, in coordination with concerned national agencies. These important facilities have been operating for more than a decade already, and most if not all are undergoing a yearly improvement/ rehabilitation. However, with the increasing population and demand for such services, much has to be done still and can be worked out by the respective agencies or collaboratively amongst concerned agencies in the future.

In view of the extension of the term of the SOCSKSARGEN ADPO for another six years, the preparation of the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Plan for 2011-2016 was facilitated among the Local Government Units, concerned NGAs, Private Sector and Non-Government Organizations. Projects such as trading posts, farm-to-market roads, postharvest facilities and equipment, and technology demonstration on priority crops were prioritized for funding, including the General Santos City Integrated Transport and Food Terminal which calls for a Public-Private Partnership.

The accomplishments made this year have undoubtedly contributed to the growth of the agriculture sector of the region. With much challenges ahead amidst climate change, the proposed intervention in the 6-year plan would ensure food security, modernize agriculture production and improve quality of agri products. The SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office, under the dynamic leadership of the DA Secretary and the members of the SOCSKSARGEN Board, fully supports the area’s vision of becoming the “leading producer and exporter of globally competitive agri and fishery products”.

SOCSKSARGEN

INTEGRATED FOOD SECURITY PROGRAM

SOCSKSARGEN IFSP is an integrated development program aimed at increasing the volume of production and improving efficiency through rehabilitation and construction of rural infrastructure, installation of agricultural support facilities and provision of agricultural services.

Program Components include (1) Irrigation Development Services, (2) Market-related Development Services, (3) Other Infrastructure and Postharvest Development Services, (4) Extension Support, Education and Training Services, and (5) Policy Formulation, Planning and Advocacy.

SOCSKSAR GEN

AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT OFFICE

SOCSKSARGEN ADP

is one of the 10 Locally Funded Projects (LFP) in Mindanao under the Department of Agriculture covering the areas of South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, and General Santos City (SOCSKSARGEN). It was established in August 1991 through Executive Order (EO) Nos. 474 & 481, series of 1992, mandated to integrate, coordinate, facilitate, and monitor major development initiatives in the growth area. The ADPO is composed of the Project Board and the Project Management Unit (PMU).

With the extension of ADPO term through Executive Order No. 16, series of 2010, it continues to promote dynamism, particularly in the implementation of agri-infrastructure and high impact projects geared towards poverty alleviation, food sufficiency, and peace and development in the region under its banner program – SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program.

SOCSKSARGEN ADP BOARD is a policy-making body which provides general direction and formulates appropriate policies in the context of regional development, particularly in the enrichment of SOCSKSARGEN’s agricultural and agro-industrial potentials. The Board is consist of the Secretary of Agriculture as Chairman; Mayor of General Santos City; Governors of the Provinces of South Cotabato, North Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, Region 12 Directors of the following departments and agencies: National Economic and Development Authority, Agriculture, Public Works and Highways, Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines, Philippine Ports Authority, Trade and Industry, Environment and Natural Resources, Interior and Local Government, and Agrarian Reform; the Commanding General of the 10th Infantry Division of Philippine Army; NGO Representative; and Business Sector Representative.

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SOCSKSARGEN ADP BOARD Composition

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SOCSKSAR GEN

AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT OFFICE

SOCSKSARGEN ADP PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIT

serves as the technical and adminsitrative secretariat of the SOCSKSARGEN ADP which undertakes the day-to-day operation.

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SOCSKSARGEN as the leading producer & exporter of globally competitive agri-fishery and industrial products

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Promote sustainable agri-fishery technology and industry thru the provision of sound trade & investment policies in the context of environmental safety emanating from participative governance;

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We, the NGAs, in collaboration with the private sectors, local government units and other stakeholders, are committed to create an environment conducive to sustainable agri-fishery and industrial growth and development thru timely and world class services as we foster professionalism and integrity; and

= Ensure the best environment conducive for investment, utilizing high quality human resources for the production of globally competitive agri-fishery and industrial products.

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SOCSKSAR GEN

AREA DEVELOPMENT PROJECT OFFICE

OUR WORKING GROUPS

To facilitate the smooth implementation of projects under the program, an implementing mechanism was formulated and adopted in 1999 which include the creation of the following:

TECHNICAL TEAM A composite group composed of representative from the LGUs, concerned NGAs and the Project Management Unit that reviews proposals and program of works (POW) submitted by the Local Technical Team in terms of technical feasibility, economic viability, environment safety, social acceptability and sustainability as a whole.

The team recommends priorities and areas of improvement when necessary.

PROJECT MONITORING TEAM Also a composite group composed of LGU representative and Project Management Unit staff that conducts regular inspection and documentation of projects during the implementation and provides technical and policy recommendations to the implementing LGUs.

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FINANCE TEAM comprises representatives from the Local Finance Teams of the LGUs – consist of Budget Officers, Accountants, and Treasurers, and Finance Personnel of the DA RFU XI responsible for the prompt releases and proper management of SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program funds.

Note: *The Finance Team is not part of the implementing mechanism approved in 1999, but actively performed from 2003 to present to help expedite the procurement process and project mobilization which is dependent on fund releases.

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S O C S K S A R G E N Fo o d S e c u r i t y P r o g r a m

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

In FY 2010, the Department of Agriculture allocated PhP 61.230 million for the implementation of 8 projects in SOCSKSARGEN comprised of 7 farm-to-market roads and 1 training center. In addition to DA fund, a 20% cash counterpart was allocated for each project by the implementing Local Government Units (LGUs) as part of the cost-sharing agreement in the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program.

Of the 8 projects approved, 4 were implemented with 1 already completed in September 2010. Bidding of the other 4 projects was set in the 4th quarter of the year due to the national elections in May 2010 and post-election undertakings (i.e. transition process). Implementation of the projects will commence in the 1st quarter of 2011.

On the other hand, a total of 18 projects were completed in 2010 (including carry-over projects from 2007-2009); 11 are underway and 4 are in the pre-construction stage. Majority of the completed projects were funded in 2009. Most of the ongoing projects were from the different funding years which were affected by bad weather condition, peace and order problem, project variations to include provision of additional structures, and incomplete liquidation of funds by the implementing LGUs resulting to project suspension. Some projects, however, particularly farm-to-market roads (FMR) really entail longer construction period due to their considerable lengths.

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Table 1: SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program, FY 2010 Project Cost (P'000) Physical No.

80 NG - 20 LGU sharing schedule

Project Name Target

Accomp

DA

Implementation Period Target Benefici aries

No. of Jobs

Influence Area (has.)

3,395 3,395

396 396

3,361 3,361

Commodities

Status Start

Completion

Apr 2010

Sep 2010

Completed

Aug 2010

May 2011

40% completed

LGU

(kms) FARM-TO-MARKET ROADS REHABILITATION

39.84 39.84

14.33 14.33

57,950

14,053

57,950

14,053

Rehabilitation of GuadalupePurok Nopol FMR, GSC

2.94

2.94

4,110

997

132

29

132

Rehabilitation/widening of 2 Golden Plains-Purok Blel FMR, GSC

6.22

2.49

8,000

1,940

400

62

375

13.02

7.81

12,280

2,978

750

130

768

corn, banana, mango

Oct 2010

Jul 2011

60% completed

4.20

1.09

12,280

2,978

800

42

768

rice, corn, coconut, rubber

Nov 2010

Apr 2011

26% completed

2.791

5,000

1,213

350

27

300

rice, corn, coconut

Jan 2011

Jun 2011

Opening of Bids conducted on Dec. 14, 2010. Notice of Award (NOA) issued to the contractor last Dec. 21, 2010.

Rehabilitation/ upgrading of 6 Lower Maculan-Upper Maculan FMR, SC

3.165

7,280

1,765

400

31

455

rice, corn, pineapple, coconut

Jan 2011

Aug 2011

Opening of Bids conducted on Dec. 14, 2010. Notice of Award (NOA) issued to the contractor last Dec. 21, 2010.

Widening/gravelling of TinalonDatu Wasay FMR, Phase 3, SK

7.50

9,000

2,183

563

75

563

corn, rice, coffee

Jan 2011

May 2011

Opening of Bids conducted on Dec. 14, 2010. Notice of Award (NOA) issued to the contractor last Dec. 21, 2010.

1

3,280

795

3,000

10

1

3,280

795

3,000

10

Jan 2011

Apr 2011

Opening of Bids conducted on Dec. 14, 2010. Notice of Award (NOA) issued to the contractor last Dec. 21, 2010.

61,230

14,848

6,395

406

1

Rehabilitation/widening of 3 Datal Bila-Gomelo-Datal Batong FMR, SP Rehabilitation of Pinamulaan4 Macabenban-Malapag FMR, Phase 1, NC

5

7

Rehabilitation of CanahayHanoon FMR, SC

corn, mango, sugarcane, coconut, jathropa corn, asparagus, sugarcane, mango, banana, pineapple, coconut

(unit) OTHER INFRA

8

Construction of Training Center, SK

GRAND TOTAL

3,361

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S O C S K S A R G E N Fo o d S e c u r i t y P r o g r a m

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

COMPLETED PROJECTS

There were 18 agri-infrastructure projects completed in 2010, majority of which are farm-to-market roads aimed at providing farmers access to the market. An estimate of 22,418 hectares planted to corn, rice, banana, mango, coconut, coffee, rubber, pineapple, abaca, oil palm and other high value crops were served by these rural roads. Apart from FMRs, an Animal Breeding Center, Market Building, Irrigation, Multi-Purpose Drying Pavements and a Training Center were also completed which benefited at least 45,000 farmer-populace as of December 2010.

Production Support Services Construction of Animal Breeding Center Brgy. Sinawal, General Santos City

In 2009, the Department of Agriculture thru the SOCSKSARGEN ADPO-PMU and the City Government of General Santos City signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the establishment of an Animal Breeding Center located at the Peoples Demonstration Farm in Brgy. Sinawal, General Santos City. Construction of the facility followed in October 2009 and completed in May 2010. The facility is expected to boost production of quality livestock (improved genetic make-up), particularly cattle and sheep, for the benefit of 1500 backyard livestock raisers in the city and adjacent areas of T’boli, Polomolok and Sarangani Province. At present, fence improvement is still being undertaken by the City Government to properly secure the breeding stocks.

The center will be operated and managed by the City Government, spearheaded by the City Veterinary’s Office (CVO). Among the services to be offered by the center are: (1) Bull-dispersal thru natural breeding, (2) Provision of breeding services for walk-in clients, (3) Conduct of technical orientation and cultural management for livestock, and possibly (4) Artificial Insemination (AI) in the future.

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Market-related Development Services Construction of Public Market Building Poblacion, Maitum, Sarangani

The Public Market Building (a two-door of the five-door building) is an addition to the multi-funded market facility in the municipality of Maitum - a second class municipality in the province of Sarangani.

The facility is set to accommodate 2 local traders of varietal goods (both food and non-food) such as rice, corn, copra and household commodities.

It aims to ease and centralize downloading of agricultural goods within the municipality and neighboring towns, which means decreased transportation cost and production losses for the local farmers.

The town’s enhanced market facility does not only boost the trading condition but also the revenue of the Local Government of Maitum.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

COMPL ETED PROJEC TS

Irrigation Development Services Rehabilitation of Small Margus CIS Barangay Small Margus, Glan, Sarangani

The rehabilitation of Small Margus communal irrigation system is one of the many irrigation rehabilitation projects undertaken under SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program. Rehabilitation works started on December 17, 2009 and was completed on March 24, 2010, which includes concreting of main and lateral canal with a total length of 2.4 kilometers. The project aimed to sufficiently irrigate 100 hectares of rice area.

Before the rehabilitation, rice farmers were in constant clamor of the insufficient irrigation water for the 60 hectares of existing rice area, which consistently resulted to a minimal average yield of 3 metric tons per hectare. Even coconuts planted along the canal lining had also experienced abnormal growth due to water deficiency as a result of water seepage by the worn out canal linings. After the rehabilitation, the total 100-hectare rice area had been sufficientlyirrigated, which includes the 40 hectare-land that was idle for a long time. The farmers’ average yield increased from 3 tons per hectare to 4 tons per hectare last May-September 2010 cropping period. The productivity increase gave farmers much relief.

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Rehabilitation of Upper Biangan CIS Barangay Upper Biangan, Malungon, Sarangani

Completed in July 2010, the rehabilitation of Upper Biangan CIS is considered to be among the successful endeavors in municipality of Malungon. The project, which includes construction of 1-unit supplementary dam, 566 l.m. supplementary canal, 3-units canal structures and rehabilitation of 576 l.m. service road, has permitted water to pass directly to wider irrigable areas estimated at 230 hectares – mostly rice production areas.

Prior to the rehabilitation, only 130 hectares or 43% of the irrigable land is accessible by water. Half of it was planted with rice and the other half with cash crops alternately planted in every cropping period. With the improvement of the irrigation facility, the quantity of rice produced had dramatically increased. In a span of two years, the average annual yield has escalated by 27%, from 2.75 tons per hectare to 3.75 tons per hectare.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS COMPL ETED PROJEC TS

Farm-to-Market Roads

Improvement of Kiblat – Malabod FMR Barangay Kiblat, Malungon, Sarangani

This project comprises the widening and concreting of 744 l.m. road and installation of cross drainage structures. Prior to the improvement of the road, motorists usually had difficulty plying the only route to Barangay Malabod due to its steepness of more than 18%. Transportation of passengers and agricultural products such as corn, mango and pineapple from an estimated influence area of 1,180 hectares had to struggle passing the said route during rainy season due to its slippery and muddy road condition. Such trek poses danger considering the narrowness of the road and deep ravine at its hillside.

With the PhP 6.0 Million Kiblat-Malabod FMR project funded through the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program of the Department of Agriculture and the Provincial Local Government Unit of Sarangani under the 80%-20% DA-LGU counterparting scheme, the abovementioned concerns of the more than 800 population of the benefited barangays have been addressed.

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Rehabilitation of Lutayan - Columbio Road

Barangay Blingkong and Palavilla, Lutayan, Sultan Kudarat Lutayan – Columbio road is an earth and gravel provincial road, providing access to residents and commuters from the municipalities of Lutayan, Columbio, Baluan and other nearby municipalities in Sultan Kudarat to Koronadal City – the center of trade in South Cotabato (11 kilometers southwest of Lutayan) and the more accessible urban center by most of the residents in the eastern part of Sultan Kudarat as compared to province’s urban center Tacurong City (some 35 kilometers northeast of Lutayan). The road is a preferred access road due to its proximity to Koronadal City where people can do trade and access health and other social services.

Since the road rehabilitation comprised of 2.60 kilometers in September 2010, the commuters have experienced shorter travel time from Poblacion Lutayan to Koronadal City. The road is serving more than 600 hectares agricultural area, mostly planted with rice, corn, and coconut. After the road rehabilitation, production area has increased to 700 hectares since more farmers were motivated to produce more as transportation became easier.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

COMPL ETED PROJEC TS

Rehabilitation of Linek - Sitio Tabutong - Banate FMR Brgy. Nalus, Kiamba, Sarangani Province

The rehabilitation of Linek – Sitio Tabutong – Banate FMR comprised of 7.84 kilometers primarily aimed to reduce poverty in Barangay Nalus with an estimated 700 households or roughly 2,287populace.

After the road rehabilitation in June 2010, it has efficiently served farmers who are highly dependent on crop production. Barangay Nalus has an estimated 827 hectares agricultural area mostly planted with rice, corn, coconut, cogon, banana, and coffee. Transport of products from the farms to

Rehabilitation/ widening of Purok Guadalupe - Purok Nopol FMR Brgy. Conel, Geral Santos City

Barangay Nalus Proper (9kms) where they would consolidate the goods for delivery to the municipal market (8 kms from Barangay Proper) becomes efficient, decreasing farmers’ travel time of more than 1 hour to 45 minutes.

The efficient transport also resulted to expansion of production areas. The province of Sarangani reported an increase of about 450 hectares of coffee, rubber, and abaca in the upland area since farmers can now easily access the market centers to trade goods and technicians from the municipal agriculture office can regularly conduct “farmer field school” – a program aimed at improving farming practices locally.

Furthermore, after the road was improved, other government services became visible to the influence areas. The municipal LGU was reported to have been conducting health programs in the area periodically.

Barangany Conel is one of the most dynamic agricultural barangays of General Santos City which hosts to various agri-commodities. The rehabilitation of 2.94- Kilometer road section of Purok Guadalupe – Purok Nopol Road in Brgy.

Conel in the early part of 2010 has contributed to the efficient transport of various agri-commodities particularly corn, mango, sugarcane, coconut, and jathropa within the project’s influence production area of 132 hectares. The road also caters to livestock and poultry products being delivered to the city proper where the markets await.

Rehabilitation of Sitio Paopao - Sinawal - Datal Laguh - Upper Blagan - Fataldao FMR Barangay San Jose, General Santos City

Typical of a farm area, Barangay San Jose is home to 1,643 households or roughly 18, 512 people who depend on farming as their primary source of living.

Various agricultural crops such as rice, corn, coconut, cassava and mango thrive in the said area which makes it one of the busiest rural barangays in General Santos City.

To uplift the living condition of the people of Brgy.

San Jose, the rehabilitation of Sitio Paopao-SinawalDatal Laguh-Upper Blagan-Fataldao FMR project comprised of road gravelling and widening with cross drainages was prioritized by the city for funding under the SOCSKSARGEN FSP in 2009. Now, the improved road has helped ease the transport of commodities as well as the mobility of the people living in the area. The farmers no longer have to bear with the rugged and sometimes muddy terrain that usually delays their travel. Prior to road rehabilitation, one has to travel more than an hour from Brgy. San Jose to the city proper. The improvement of the 5.40 kilometer-road has reduced travel time by 26%.

Impact data sources: LGUs South Cotabato, N. Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos City

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS COMPL ETED PROJEC TS

Rehabilitation of Zion - Batian FMR Brgy. Zion, Maitum, Sarangani Province

The rehabilitation of the 1.80-Kilometer Zion – Batian FMR has opened economic opportunities, especially to the farming community of Barangay Zion. Before, farm products were either loaded on horses or motorized bikes. Now, trucks and all types of four-wheel vehicles have become visible – hauling products from Brgy. Zion to Poblacion Maitum. The 80-minute travel from Brgy. Zion to Poblacion Maitum becomes a 30-minute drive – decreasing travel time by as much as 63%. Due to the area’s accessibility now, some idle lands have become productive.

Banana production area has increased by at least 45 hectares and corn by 50 hectares based on LGU estimates. Even sloping areas have been planted with abaca estimated at 60 hectares. The provincial and municipal nurseries have become responsive as well by increasing the propagation of rubber seedlings purposely for the projects’ influence areas.

At present, an 8-Kilometer road stretch going to Brgy. Batian Proper, which connects to the FSP-funded project, is being improved by the Municipality of Maitum funded under the Mindanao Rural Development Program (MRDP). This road network is vital to further boost agri-production in the barangays of Zion and Batian and the economy of Maitum in general.

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Rehabilitation of Kalibuhan-Mulon FMR Barangay Kalibuhan, Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat

The rehabilitation of Kalibuhan – Mulon FMR is a recently completed road project comprised of 4.80 kilometers. It connects Barangay Kalibuhan, Palimbang to Barangay Gapok, Sen. Ninoy Aquino. The road is expected to serve a total of 4,261 farmers and residents who depend on rice, corn and coffee farming as their primary source of livelihood.

Rehabilitation of KabalangasanTagaytay-Tamped FMR Matalam, North Cotabato

The rehabilitation of 4.80- Kilometer Kabalangasan– Tagaytay– Tamped FMR is a big help particularly for the barangay communities of Sta. Maria, Minamaing and Tamped in Matalam, North Cotabato with an estimated population of 4,394 individuals or 732 households. The said road is host to vast tracks of agricultural lands estimated at 11,954 hectares

planted with rice, corn, rubber, banana (sab’a and orange banana), sugarcane, coconut and other high value crops. The newly improved road had expedited human mobility and flow of agri-commodities and is expected to strengthen rural-urban linkage through efficient movement of goods and services.

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Postharvest Facilities and Equipment Construction of Multi-Purpose Drying Pavement

Brgys. San Isidro & Amas, Kidapawan City; Brgys. Agriculture & Laguimbingan, Midsayap; & Brgy. Maluao, Pigcawayan, North Cotabato The project comprise the construction of 5-units 420 sq. meter (15m x 28m) Multi-Purpose Drying Pavement (MPDP) in five barangays in the municipalities of Midsayap, Pigcawayan and Kidapawan City, all in Cotabato Province. All of the five structures were completed on November 26, 2010.

Other Infrastructure Construction of Training Center General Santos City

Unavailability of training facilities is a big constraint to the skills enhancement of farmers, particularly in General Santos City having 15 agricultural and 5 coastal barangays vital to its economic growth. Well, not anymore.

In December 2009, a Php 3.05 million – building was constructed behind the city hall right in the heart of city, jointly funded by DA and LGU-General Santos City. The city government is now providing for the furnitures and fixtures and other amenities to ensure its functionality by 2011. The project will cater to 10,844 beneficiaries comprised of farmers, fisherfolks, farm women and youth organizations of the city and the neighboring municipalities in South Cotabato and Sarangani provinces. The LGU, led by the Office of the City Agriculturist, is targeting 70 agri-related trainings and capability building programs to about 1,600 participants every year which would increase the city’s training reachout rate by 10%.

To support this initiative, recently the City Government appropriated additional PhP 3.3 M to complete the 2nd floor of the building.

As proposed by the implementing LGU of Cotabato Province, these completed post harvest infra facility could minimize yield loss from field operatives, increase productivity of agricultural products and increase marginal income of farmers to alleviate poverty situation.

Benefiting from these projects are 11,057 population of the said barangays with a total production area of 4,090 hectares.

Table 2: Completed Projects

No.

Project Name

Project Cost (PhP'000) 80 NG - 20 LGU sharing scheme

Physical

Funding Year

Target

Accomp

DA

Target Beneficiaries

No. of Jobs

Influence Area (has.)

Implementation Period Commodities Start

Completion

cattle, hog

Oct 2009

May 2010

rice, corn, coffee, abaca

Nov 2009

Aug 2010

LGU

(unit) PRODUCTION SUPPORT SERVCIES

1

Construction of Animal Breeding Center, GSC

2009

1

1

1,940

485

1500

10

1

1

1,940

485

1,500

10

1

1

1,000

343

368

10

1

1

1,000

343

368

10

(hectares) 180 180

7,500

1,781

123

70

(unit) MARKET-RELATED DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Construction of Public Market Building (32 type building), SP

2009

IRRIGATION DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 3 Rehabilitation of Small Margus CIS, SP

2009

100

100

3,700

925

53

35

rice

4 Rehabilitation of Upper Biangan CIS, SP

2009

80

80

3,800

856

70

35

rice

55,182

13,554

37,346

264

22,418

828

17

1,180

corn, mango, pineapple

FARM-TO-MARKET ROADS Rehabilitation of Kiblat - Malabod FMR, 5 SP Rehabilitation of Lutayan - Columbio 6 FMR, SK Rehabilitation of Linek - Sitio Tabutong 7 Banate FMR, SP Rehabilitation of Sitio Paopao - Sinawal 8 Datal Laguh - Upper Blagan - Fataldao FMR, GSC Rehabilitation of Kalibuhan - Mulon FMR, 9 SK 10 Rehabilitation of Zion - Batian FMR, SP

(kilometers) 31.62 31.62

Dec 2009 Dec 2009

Mar 2010 Jul 2010

2007

0.744

0.744

5,054

1,264

2008

2.60

2.60

3,293

798

6,194

25

717

rice, corn, coconut

2008

7.84

7.84

13,165

3,189

2,287

26

827

rice, corn, coconut, cogon, banana, coffee

Feb 2008 Aug 2009 Jul 2009

2009

5.40

5.40

8,060

2,015

18,512

70

5,000

rice, corn, coconut, cassava, mango

Oct 2009

Mar 2010

2009

4.80

4.80

6,000

1,418

4,261

25

728

rice, corn, cofffee

Dec 2009

Nov 2010

Dec 2009

Jul 2010

Oct 2009

Feb 2010

corn, mango, sugarcane, coconut, jathropa

Apr 2010

Sep 2010

rice, corn

Dec 2009

Nov 2010

Dec 2009

Aug 2010

2009

1.80

1.80

5,000

1,250

738

17

1,880

4,394

55

11,954 132

11

Rehabilitation of Kabalangasan - Tagaytay - Tamped FMR, NC

2009

5.50

5.50

10,500

2,625

12

Rehabilitation/ widening of Purok Guadalupe - Purok Nopol FMR, GSC

2010

2.94

2.94

4,110

997

132

29

5

5

1,800

358

300

20

5

5

1,800

358

300

20

1

1

2,500

625

10,844

10

1

1

2,500

625

10,844

10

69,922

17,146

50,481

384

abaca, corn, coconut, durian, lanzones, banana, rubber, oil palm rice, corn, sigarcane, banana, coconut, rubber

Feb 2010 Sep 2010 Jun 2010

(unit) POSTHARVEST FACILITIES 13- Construction of Multi-Purpose Drying 17 Pavement, NC

2009

(unit) OTHER INFRA 18 Construction of Training Center, GSC TOTAL

2009

22,418

*** Original Contract was terminated in 2008 due to non completion of the project by the Contractor. Project was re-bid,implemented & completed by BLIMEX in Sep 2009

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S O C S K S A R G E N Fo o d S e c u r i t y P r o g r a m

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

ON-GOING PROJECTS

More projects will be completed in the following months as 11 projects are moving towards

Irrigation Development Services

completion phase. Implementation period were revised for most of these projects as a result of bad weather at the project site, peace and order problem in some areas, implementation of variation orders or additional structures, and suspension of by-administration projects in Sultan Kudarat due to incomplete liquidation of DA accounts. Some FMR projects, however, have considerable lengths which really take longer periods to complete.

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Rehabilitation of Buayan RIS Location

: General Santos City

Project Cost

: P 3.3 M

Status

: 86% completed.

Farm-to-Market Roads Rehabilitation of Datal D’lanag - Tudok FMR Location Project Cost Status

: Brgy. Tudok, T’boli, SC : P 16.354 M : Substantially completed at 98%.

Rehabilitation of Badiangon - Baranayan FMR Location Project Cost Status

: Brgy. Baranayan, Palimbang, SK : P 4.087 M : 78% completed.

Rehabilitation of Baguilan - Bululawan FMR Location Project Cost Status

: Brgys. Bululawan & Salasang, Lebak, SK : P 4.087 M : 88% completed

Rehabilitation of Puti- Malaya - San Vicente FMR Location

Project Cost Status

: Brgys. San Vicente & Malaya, Banga; Brgys. San Miguel & Puti, Norala, SC : P 10.350 M : 95% completed.

Rehabilitation of Lamcade FMR Location Project Cost Status

: Brgy. Lamcade, Lake Sebu, SC : P 6.467 M : 12% completed.

Rehabilitation of Tinalon - Datu Wasay FMR Location Project Cost

: Brgy. Datu Wasay, Sen. Ninoy Aquino, SK : P 4.087 M

Status

: 90% Completed

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS ON- GOING PROJEC TS

Rehabilitation of Titulok - Sto. Ni単o FMR Location : Brgy. Sto. Ni単o, Bagumbayan, SK Project Cost : P 6.250 M : 45% Completed Status

Rehabilitation/ widening of Datal Bila - Gomelo - Data Batong FMR Location Project Cost Status

: Malungon, SP : P 15,258 M : 60% Completed

Rehabilitation of Pinamulaan - Macabenban Malapag FMR, Phase 1, Location Project Cost Status

Construction of the remaining 4 projects – all funded in 2010 will start in the first quarter of 2011. Bidding of these projects was conducted by DA RFU XI Special Bids and Awards Committee last December 14, 2010.

Farm-to-Market Roads Rehabilitation/ widening of Canahay - Hanoon FMR Location Project Cost

: Surallah, South Cotabato : P 6.213 M

Rehabilitation/ upgrading of Lower Maculan Upper Maculan FMR Location Project Cost

: Lake Sebu, SC : P 9.045 M

Widening/gravelling of Tinalon - Datu Wasay FMR, Phase 3 Location: Project Cost

: Sen. Ninoy Aquino, SK : P 11.183 M

Other Infrastructure Construction of Training Center Location Project Cost

: Tacurong City : P 4.075 M

: Banisilan, NC : P 15,258 M : 26% Completed

Table 3: On-going Projects

No.

Project Name

Funding Year

Physical Target Accomp

Project Cost (PhP'000) 80 NG - 20 LGU sharing scheme DA LGU

Target Beneficiaries

Influence No. of Area Jobs (has.)

Implementation Period Commodities

Start

Completion*

Status

(hectares)

IRRIGATION DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Rehabilitation of Buayan RIS, 1 GSC

70

2,640

660

65

45

70

2,640

660

65

45

(kilometers) 69.55 36.63

94,832

23,746

2008

4.70

13,165

3,189

2008

3.20

2.88

3,290

2008

2.00

1.56

2008

2.98

2009

2007

FARM-TO-MARKET ROADS 2

Rehabilitation of Datal D'lanag Tudok FMR, SC

Rehabilitation of Tinalon - Datu 3 Wasay FMR, SK Rehabilitation of Badiangon 4 Baranayan FMR, SK Rehabilitation of Baguilan 5 Bululawan FMR, SK 6

Rehabilitation of Puti- Malaya San Vicente FMR, SC

Rehabilitation of Lamcade FMR, SC Rehabilitation of Titulok - Sto. 8 Ni単o FMR, SK 7

Rehabilitation/ widening of 9 Golden Plains - Purok Blel FMR, GSC Rehabilitation/ widening of 10 Datal Bila - Gomelo - Data Batong FMR, SP Rehabilitation of Pinamulaan 11 Macabenban - Malapag FMR, Phase 1, NC Rehabilitation/ widening of 12 Canahay - Hanoon FMR, SC Rehabilitation/ upgrading of 13 Lower Maculan - Upper Maculan FMR, SC 14

Widening/gravelling of Tinalon Datu Wasay FMR, Phase 3, SK

4.61

45,986

670

rice

Apr 2008

rice, corn, coconut

May 2009

86% completed.

19,480

5,434

42

6,311

797

8,156

25

534

3,290

797

3,116

37

693

2.62

3,290

797

1,445

25

518

12.96

11.50

8,330

2,020

17,254

130

6,059

2009

3.013

0.360

4,627

1,840

1,150

19

250

corn

2009

3.80

1.71

5,000

1,250

6,168

25

1,886

rice, corn, coffee

Substantially

Mar 2011 completed at

rice, corn, coffee Jul 2009 Nov 2010 rice, corn, coconut rice, corn, coconut rice, corn, coconut, cassava, mango

2010

6.22

2.49

8,000

1,940

400

62

375

corn, asparagus, sugarcane, mango, banana, pineapple, coconut

2010

13.02

7.81

12,280

2,978

750

130

768

2010

4.20

1.09

12,280

2,978

800

42

768

2010

2.791

5,000

1,213

350

27

300

2010

3.165

7,280

1,765

400

31

455

2010

7.50

9,000

2,183

563

75

563

1

3,280

795

1

3,280

795

3,000

10

100,752

25,201

49,051

725

Jan 2010 Jul 2009 Dec 2009 Apr 2010 Dec 2009

Mar 2011 Jan 2011 Dec 2010 Jun 2011

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Construction of Training Center, SK TOTAL

2010

3,000

12% completed.

45% completed.

May 2011

40% completed

corn, banana, mango

Oct 2010

Jul 2011

60% completed

rice, corn, coconut, rubber

Nov 2010

Apr 2011

26% completed

rice, corn, coconut rice, corn, pineapple, coconut

Jan 2011

Jun 2011

Jan 2011

Aug 2011

Jan 2011

May 2011

Jan 2011

Apr 2011

corn, rice, coffee

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19,480

95% completed.

Aug 2010

(unit) OTHER INFRA

98%.

90% completed.

78% completed 88% completed

CUMULATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENT 2 0 0 3 - 2 0 1 0 S O C S K S A R G E N

F o o d

S e c u r i t y

P r o g r a m

With 18 projects completed in 2010, the total number of completed projects raised to 109 out of the 123 projects funded and implemented during the period 2003-2010. The remaining 14 projects are expected to be completed in the early semester of 2011.

Table 5: Summary of Implemented Projects

Funding Years, 2003-2010

Program Components

Number of Projects

% Accomplishment

Target

Completed

Production Support Infrastructure

15

15

100

Market-related Infrastructure

2

2

100

Irrigation Development Services

34

33

97

Farm-to-Market Roads and Bridges

58

46

79

Postharvest Facilities

9

9

100

Other Infrastructure

3

2

67

Extension Support, Extension and Training Services

1

1

100

Regulatory-related Project

1

1

100

123

109

89%

TOTAL

SOCSKSARGEN ADP:

How It Started The beginnings of SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office traced back in early 1982 when Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) initiated the concept of constructing a municipal fish port in General Santos City owing to the area’s rich marine resources.

However, the proposal was not initially considered under the 15th OECF Loan Agreement for the 7th Fish Port Project of the national government in 1984.

With the non-inclusion of the GSC fish port project in the Agreement, PFDA continued to lobby funding from the Department of Agriculture. Meanwhile, the fishing community has now demanded for a commercial size fish port to cater the increasing fish production. In response, the Secretary of DA finally ordered the conduct of a study for a commercial size fish port in 1986.

In the same year, Her Excellency President Corazon Aquino visited South Cotabato province for the first time and among the resounding demands were post-harvest facilities and agri-infrastructures; with South Cotabato as prime producer of agricommodities in the south and General Santos City as home to high valued sashimi-grade tuna.

In 1987, the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) approved the Agro-Processing Center (APC) Project for General Santos City and South Cotabato. Former DA Secretary Carlos Dominguez signed

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a grant agreement with the Singaporean Government for the APC feasibility study with GSC Fish Port as major component.

Subsequently, in 1989 NEDA facilitated the packaging of the South Cotabato/General Santos City (SOC-GEN) Integrated Area Development Plan. It was presented in a pledging session in Tokyo, Japan by selected representatives of the area, optimistic that funds would eventually flow in to realize the plan. As a result, the US Government funded the major project components of the SOC/GEN Area Development Plan amounting to US$180 Million grant, while the Japanese Government through the Overseas Economic Cooperation Fund (OECF) funded through a loan the GSC Fish Port construction.

On July 9, 1990 the Governments of US and the Philippines formally launched the Mindanao Development Project under the Philippine Assistance Program (PAP) which included the SOC-GEN Area Development Plan. Part of the initial agreement was the establishment of a special project coordinating office to supervise, direct and coordinate the full implementation of the Area Development Plan.

Consequently, Her Excellency President Corazon C. Aquino signed Executive Orders 474 and 480, series of 1991 creating the SOC/GEN Area Development Project Office composed of a Project Board and a Project Management Unit, mandated to direct, supervise and facilitate the implementation

of projects. The Secretary of the Department of Agriculture was designated as Chairman of the Board and the members were composed of the local chief executives of SOC-GEN, selected regional heads of concerned line agencies and private sector representative.

The creation of Sarangani Province in 1992 led to the renaming of the project to South Cotabato/ Sarangani/General Santos City or SOCSARGEN Area Development Project.

Recognizing the significant role of SOCSKSARGEN ADPO in accelerating the economic development of the area through expeditious implementation of vital infrastructures such as the new GSC airport, Makar port expansion, road networks and the GSC fishport, its coordinative function was extended in 1996 through E.O. 331, now integrating Sultan Kudarat Province to the project area, hence the acronym SOCSKSARGEN. Further project extensions were given through E.O. nos. 39 and 39-A, series of 2002 which placed the project office under the Presidential Committee of Flagship Programs and Projects of the Office of the President; E.O. 140, series of 2002, transferred it back to DA and included North Cotabato in the area of coverage; E.O. 507, series of 2006 and recently E.O. 16, series of 2010 issued by His Excellency President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III extending ADP office term until 2016.

Presently, the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office is one of the successful Integrated Area Development Zones (IADZ) established by the national government which continues to stir development of the agri-sector and facilitate complementation of programs and initiatives in SOCSKSARGEN.

SUCCESS

STORIES PROJEC T FEATURES & PHOTOS

LINKING FARMS TO MARKET

The rehabilitation of Tibao-Kaipunan-Katipunan earth road in 2005

Rehabilitation of Tibao-Katipunan Macebolig Road (Widening and gravelling of 3-Km road stretch) M’lang, (North) Cotabato

upland rice farming. The 200-hectare idle lands were cultivated for

Prior to the establishment of the road in the area, corn is the only main crop planted by the local farmers. Almost fifty percent of the area was either idle (cogonal area) or unproductive. Farmers in the area could hardly reach an average annual income of Php 42,000.00 (OPA-Cotabato data).

opened most idle lands to rubber and sugarcane plantations. Corn areas likewise increased. Some local farmers even ventured on crop production.

Furthermore, passenger motorcycles (habal-habal), hauling jeepneys and trucks are now plying the route to take farm products to the market in less than an hour. Engagement by the local farmers with the contact buyers (for their produce) becomes a common practice. Farmers also find it easy to procure production inputs and supplies to the market center and to be visited regularly by the assigned municipal agricultural technicians.

With these positive changes, most households now in Brgys. Tibao, Katipunan, and Macebolig enjoy an average annual income of PhP 60,000.00, 42.85% higher from their previous returns. (OPACotabato data).

WATER DELIVERS Rehabilitation of Marbel II RIS -

Construction of 1,511 l.m. Canal lining and other canal and drainage structures Brgys. Rotonda and Namnama, Koronadal City

Both national and local governments continue to look for solutions to increase farmers’ production to uplift their living condition. The expansion and rehabilitation of irrigation systems is one area where farmers could somehow increase their yields and generate higher income for their families.

In Brgy. Namnama, Koronadal City, Mr. Norberto Padora, a long-time farmer and member of the Palay-Gulayan Irrigators Association, along with his neighbor-farmers, generally depends on heavy rains for good harvest and could barely attain 50 bags of rice in a hectare. With the construction of concrete canal lining under the FSP in 2003, Mr. Padora was able to access irrigation water for his farm. From then on, Mr. Padora barely misses producing one hundred (100) bags per hectare.

With a much higher income, Mr. Padora was able acquire several farm machineries and farmlands and extended his rice production to nine (9) hectares.

Panas IA Goes a Long Way Rehabilitation of Panas CIS Brgy. Panas, Esperanza, Sultan Kudarat Perseverance, unity and faith in God are the binding spirits of Panas Irrigators Association (IA) to become one of the successful farmerorganizations in the province of Sultan Kudarat. Mr. Nonie Latog, current IA president cited that achievements of the association in the past years were evident of the strong determination of members in making the association a successful endeavor.

The association was recognized by the Irrigation Management OfficeSultan Kudarat as among the progressive and responsive irrigators groups in the province. Financial obligations to concerned offices, NIA in particular, were immediately settled leaving no outstanding accounts for the current year. Hence, Panas Irrigators Association was able to establish a good reputation with other government agencies and therefore was given another project that provided additional benefits to its members and the community in general – the rehabilitation of Panas CIS under the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program in CY 2004.

Earlier data showed that Panas CIS was able to serve only 1,050 hectares of the 1,200 service area. A farmer was yielding an average of 4.0 metric tons per hectare in a cropping period. With the operation of the newly rehabilitated irrigation system, an upsurge of 43% on rice production was noticed, having reached an average of 5.0 metric tons per hectare per cropping for the total service area of 1,200 hectares.

From 120 members in 1990, Panas IA now has 904 active members in the 7 barangays of Esperanza, Sultan Kudarat. Based on the association’s account, revenue collection rate is between 85 to 90 percent per cropping. The IA was able to collect PhP 1.6 million on irrigation fees in 2009, while PhP 1.703 million in 2010.

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BUILDING BRIDGES, BUILDING LIVES San Jose Bridge is an agri-infra support

DOLE, Stanfilco and Pioneer Seeds assumed

their barangay down to the city proper. He said,

project funded under the SOCSKSARGEN

business in the area utilizing about 1,460

“before, farmers would usually hire horses or

Food Security Program in 2004 amounting to

hectares”, Mr. Oczon said. The bridge provides

any animal carriage for their products to reach

about Php 7.0 million. The project aimed to

efficient access for agricultural products such

the market which normally takes 30 minutes

increase productivity of farmers and intensify

as banana, corn, pineapple, mango, coconut

to an hour, costing between PhP 50.00-PhP

marketing of agri-products.

and onion from Brgy. San Jose to the market

60.00 per sack.

centers of General Santos City and adjacent Mr. Edison Oczon, a barangay official of San

municipalities and cities. In effect, Barangay

With the completion of the bridge, the stressful

Jose has lauded the bridge’s completion in

Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) for San Jose

days were over. Farmers would no longer

2007 saying, “Dako gyud ang natabang sa

increased by 29%, from Php 2.4 million in 2005

haul their products using wage animals and

tulay na gibutang diri sa amoa.” (The bridge

to Php 3.4 million in 2008. Average annual

traverse the unpredictable river, as the trucks,

is a big help to our community). Mr. Oczon

household income also got up by 24%, from

jeepneys, and motorcycles (habal-habal)

has mentioned that the bridge created more

Php 70,000.00 to Php 92,000.00 after a year of

can take the shorter route thru the San Jose

investment opportunities to the area.

operation.

Bridge. Travel time going to the market proper

“Three years after the bridge was constructed,

Mr. Oczon recounted the harrowing days of

costs likewise reduced to PhP 30.00-PhP 40.00,

various companies in the Philippines such as

farmers in transporting agri products from

33%-40% cheaper compared before.

now takes only about 20-30 minutes. Hauling

Convenience ...at last!

Mr. Danilo Trazo Brgy. Katangawan, General Santos City - Beneficiary – 2nd Cropping Season

Five long months and comes harvest time. Danilo Trazo of General Santos City, accounts all the bags of rice harvested in a day and carefully distributes the produce to his hired laborers, financiers and other creditors.

Due to crop failure, he was left with few bags of rice just enough for school tuition fees of his children and groceries that would last only for weeks. The low price trade for commercial rice makes the situation even worse – Mang Danilo has nothing to spend for the renovation of his hut, more so, for the upcoming planting season. He has no option but to borrow money again and hopes to have a better yield in the next harvest.

In between planting and harvest time, Mang Danilo drives their passenger tricycle through the streets of General Santos City to provide for his family’s daily needs. This gives him an additional income of Php 150 - Php 200 a day. But again, this would not suffice for a big family of seven. The situation goes on for Mang Danilo for many years.

Until one day, Mang Danilo was able to attend the seminar for efficient farming conducted by the City Agriculture Office (CAO). He was recruited by the said office to become a STARS Project beneficiary for its 2nd cropping season. After attending the training on the Basics of Seed Production, Mang Danilo became a certified seed grower.

Under the STARS Project, Mang Danilo gradually learned the crafts of proper farming from attending Palay Check meetings to actual production of quality rice seeds. Using the best varieties recommended in the area, Mang Danilo got his first highest yield of 5.85 MT or 117 bags at 50 kgs/bag in a hectare, far beyond his usual harvest of 70-80 bags per hectare. “Sa pagkakaron dili na mi moubos sa usa ka gatos ka sako (As for now, we are producing not less than 100 bags)”, he proudly said.

Prior to seed growing, Mang Danilo said, “Gamay kanunay ang among ani kay “tagna-tagna” ra man kung unsay kinahanglan sa among tanom. Wala man mi kabalo unsang abono ang kinahanglan

jud sa among palay mao nga tahopon ang resulta (We always get low yields before since we’re just presuming what our plant requires. We don’t know what kind of fertilizer our rice crops really need, resulting to undeveloped grains).”

“Pinakadako dyud nga natabang sa project STARS sa amoa, ‘kining among natunan sa pagpanguma nga nidako among ani. Gani ako napaeskwela nag tarong sa mga bata ug naa na koy napundar nga lote ug mga gamit sa balay. Ang payag nga among gina-istaran sauna, balay na dyud nga matawag. Niarang-arang na jud ang panginabuhi (The greatest help the project had given us were the learnings we acquired on how to improve our yields. I am now more capable of sending my children to school and I have acquired some home lots as well as home appliances. The nipa hut where we used to stay before was now transformed into a real abode. We felt the convenience at last!), Mang Danilo added.

Seeing the improvement of rice seed growing in General Santos City for the past three years, a Seed Growers Cooperative was established among STARS Project beneficiaries in July 2008 through the effort of the CAO. The establishment of the said cooperative is aimed at ensuring enough supply of rice seeds for the local farmers and nearby areas. Now, Mang Danilo serves as the Chairman of the cooperative with already 15 members.

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Electrician Grows Rice for Seeds Mr. Norberto Padora Brgy. Namnama, Koronadal City “Para sa isa ka local nga elektrisyan nga may lima ka myembro sa pamilya, igo na sa amon sadto bisan wala permanente nga income, may gamay man nga basakan kag sari-sari store. Pero sa gadalagko na ang mga kabataan, hindi na magsakto sa amon nga panginahanglan ang amon nga income. Ti mangita gid ko sang paagi nga madugangan akon nga kinitaan (As a local electrician with five family members and unstable income, a small farmland and a sari-sari store are resources good enough for a simple living. But as my three kids grow older and prices of goods gets higher, the usual income would not suffice. I need to find ways to earn more)”, said Norberto.

Encouraged by his neighbor who is an accredited seed grower, Norberto sought the assistance from the City Agriculture Office (CAO) for information on how to become one. An opportune time came when the STARS Project selected a new set of seed growers for its third cropping implementation (October 2006- April 2007). Norberto was recommended by the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA) to be one of the project beneficiaries.

Norberto attended the Training on Seed Production and Certification at ATI- Midsayap, Cotabato – a prime requirement for seed growing accreditation. There he did not only learn advanced farming technologies but was also exposed to good crop stand at PhilRice Demo Farm.

“Hindi ako permanente nagaadto sa CAO para mamangkot bahin sa akon pagpanguma. Gaadto lang ko kung may kinahanglan gid. Ginagamit ko lang ang pagpanguma nga namutngan ko. (I don’t usually go to the CAO for technical assistance. I just follow our old way of farming),” he shared.

Healthy start Fresh from his training, Norberto planted NSIC Rc 128 (Mabango 1) in his one hectare and properly practiced the farming techniques he learned. He sought technical assistance from CAO and regularly communicated with the agriculture technician and attended Palay Check meetings where he was introduced to MOET (Minus One Element Technique. Through the MOET, he was able to determine the right kind and amount of fertilizers to apply on his field. “Nahibal-an ko nga may husto gali nga tion sa pag-abuno.

Hindi pareha sa una nga pinataka lang bisan ano edad sa palay. Sauna gaabono kami anom ka sako kada ektarya, karon tatlo na lang” I have learned that there’s a proper time for fertilizer application, unlike before we do apply as long as fertilizers are available. Our application also decreases from 6 bags to 3 bags of fertilizers per hectare),” Norberto narrated.

During the harvest season, Norberto got 5.53 t/ha (dry season) yield, almost 7 bags (50kgs/bag) higher than his average production before.

His expenses also decreased to almost Php5000 per hectare. The next harvest was even higher at 6.50 t/ha (wet season - May to September

2007) and 7.5 t/ha (dry season - October 2007 to April 2008), indicating an increase of 1.97 t/ha or 35% higher than in the previous dry season.

“Sauna 70 o 80 ka sako nga abot sa ting-init nami na. Pero sa karon sa paggamit namon sing teknolohiya nga ginatudlo sing project, naga ani na kami mga 100 o mas taas pa kada ektarya. (Getting 70 or eighty 80 bags per hectare before is good enough for a dry cropping season harvest.

But now, with the adoption of rice farming technologies disseminated by the project, we are producing 100 bags or more per hectare),” he said.

With much income, Norberto was able to acquire several farm machineries and farmlands and even extended his seed production to 9 hectares. Further, he could prepare enough for his children’s college education and provide well for their needs. When asked how his life changed with Project STARS? “Dako gid ang nabulig sang Project.

Halos triple na ang ginadawat ko karon nga income. The best gid ang technology! (The project was a big help. My income almost tripled. STARS technology is the best!),” remarked Norberto.

From Sea Sailing to Seed Growing Wilhelm Diente Isulan, Sultan Kudarat

Wilhem Diente of Isulan, Sultan Kudarat, roved the seas for years as a marine engineer of a shipping line. In his entire marine service, Wil received just enough wage but suffered great longing for his family. This led him to quitting the job and went back to his native land in Isulan to stay and cultivate the half-hectare land he acquired from his father, and the additional lands he purchased out of his small farm earnings.

He recalled that since he did not have much knowledge in farming, he just relied on what the seasoned farmers told him. Throughout his farming years, Wil was just contented in getting a yield of 70-80 bags per hectare, but not until when he was tapped by the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist (OMAg) to be one of the STARS Project beneficiaries.

He first attended the training on the Basics of Seed Production. More educational activities followed until he himself requested the OMAg to conduct Palay Check Meetings in his barangay and even volunteered his farm as a demonstration area for fellow interested farmers.

“The trainings and Palay Check meetings helped me a lot. My farming practices now are a lot different than before”, he remarked. Wil shared how he learned the art of proper fertilization and to sow just a small amount of seeds for seedling production. He also learned not to spray insecticides unless extremely necessary, thus, decreasing his expense. As a result, Wil got 114 bags in a hectare – his ever highest yield using less production inputs which was about 30-39% increase from his usual harvest.

His venture on seed production got well in the successive cropping seasons prompting him to expand his area to 15 hectares. Now, Wil estimated his net income at Php2.4 million annually – an income he had not imagined he could have. Wil was able to construct a solar dryer, a warehouse big enough to store his produce and some farm equipment. He even bought himself a car from an income he gained just for two cropping seasons!

With all these benefits, Wil is so proud to have become a STARS Project beneficiary, saying, “We must love our profession. We should support the programs the government is giving us for our own sake.”

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“Project STARS Freed Me” Mr. Lony Narciso Brgy. Katangawan, General Santos City Beneficiary – 2nd Cropping Season “Tungod sa Project STARS nibag-o ang among panginabuhi. Sa pagkakaron naa nami maayong kita, makapalit nag mga panginahanglan, napaeskwela ang mga bata ug nabayaran na jud ang among mga utang. Maoy nagpahigawas nako (With Project STARS our life had changed. We now earn decent incomes, afford our basic needs, send our children to school and pay for our long time debts. It freed me from financial woes).”

Those are the words from Lony Narciso of Brgy. Katangawan, General Santos City – a beneficiary of STARS Project during the 2nd cropping season.

Not so long ago, Lony Narciso was cultivating 3 hectares of farmland using uncertified seeds. Unfortunately, for three successive cropping seasons Lony’s farm was affected by pest infestation and, admittedly, poor management which resulted to production failure. Penniless, Lony was forced to borrow a big sum of money with high interest rates to compensate for the loss and promised to pay it come harvest time. For years, this has become Lony’s practice.

In 2005, Lony tried his luck in seed production as a beneficiary of STARS Project. Along with other farmers in SOCSKSARGEN, Lony underwent Training on Seed Production and Certification where he learned different techniques on rice farming that would prepare him to be an accredited seed grower. This was followed by the conduct of Palay Check meetings in the area facilitated by ADPOPMU, PhilRice-Midsayap and the City Agriculture Office.

At the start, Lony planted NSIC Rc 122 (Angelica) in his one hectare land. Like the other project beneficiaries, the STARS Project provided him rice seeds (registered seeds) and farm inputs through a soft loan basis (zero-interest). With thorough supervision by the assigned local agritechnicians and regular monitoring by the ADPO staff, Lony yielded 7 MT in his one hectare. “Sa kadugay nako sa panguma, wala sa akong hunahuna nga moabot among ani ug pito ka tonelada (In my entire years of rice farming, harvesting rice at 7 t/ha is far beyond my expectation),” Lony said.

From then on, Lony’s farm became an attraction to his neighboring farmers.

They started asking for information on how he manages his farm as they notice Lony’s good crop stand. This prompted the STARS Project implementers to re-conduct Palay Check meetings for other farmers in the area, and Lony’s farm was used as a demonstration farm.

Convinced of high yield using quality (certified) seeds, majority of the farmers in the area come to buy certified seeds from Lony and most of them becomes his regular customers.

Virgilio together with his loving and supportive wife, Cely, constantly attended trainings and became receptive to new technologies. They were among the farmer-partners for the “Palay Check” activity when it was introduced in the area by the Project STARS, in collaboration with PhilRice- Midsayap and Local Government Unit. “Kumukuha kami ng

From Armed Forces to Rice Seed Business

prendang lupa mula sa aming kita at nang maglaon lumaki ng labing pitong ektarya ang lupa namin. Salamat sa project STARS guminhawa ang aming buhay (I used our earnings as capital for farm mortgages and as time passed our farm grew to 17 hectares. Thanks to Project STARS our life really improved),” Cely quoted. Malaking tulong ang pagdalo namin ng mga PalayCheck meetings. Mas lumiit ang aming gastos at mas lumaki pa ang aming ani. Hindi na kami gaanong bumababa sa anim na tonelada sa kada ektarya (Attending the Palay Check Meetings helped us a lot. We were able to reduce our production cost and

Mr. Virgilo Paje Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat A former military officer, Mr. Virgilio Paje of Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat found rice seed farming more profitable than doing his old risky profession. After his retirement in the military, he devoted his efforts to farming. Upon hearing of a better income from seed production, Virgilio went his way to be accredited as a seed producer with the help of the STARS Project, Phase 1. He then started cultivating their 2-hectre land with inbred rice seeds, as financed by the project through a soft loan basis (zero interest).

at the same time get high yields. We are now adept to harvesting more than 6 tons per hectare),” Virgilio added.

Currently, the Pajes has a total number of 25 hectares of land , 15 hectares of which are devoted for seed production.

Having an average yield of 6.0 MT/ha. of dry palay, Virgilio is estimated to have a gross income of Php2,700,000.00 at Php1,200.00 per 40kgs of certified seeds in a season or Php5,400,000.00 in a year for his entire 15-hectare seed production.

For almost 8 years in seed production, Virgilio became known in the province as among the producers of quality seeds and has since established regular customers. His seeds were even bought by farmers from nearby provinces. With this success, Virgilio had been recognized by various award-giving bodies for his dedication and exemplary contribution to the rice-farming sector.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

AC TIVITIES

PLANNING ACTIVITIES Updating of the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Plan or the agency’s Medium Term Development Investment Plan (MTPIP) is done annually as development policies and directions emanating from the department and the annual budget may sometimes vary. During the first quarter of 2010, the office conducted series of consultation with the partner-LGUs, NGAs, NGOs, and Private Sector, including a Multi-Sector Planning-Workshop in May, in line with the preparation of the six-year (2011-2016) SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Plan.

Aimed at boosting the agri-fishery production and developing agri-industrial potentials of SOCSKSARGEN, the stakeholders jointly proposed for the funding of 91 agri-programs and projects classified into Production Support, Market-related Infrastructure, Irrigation, Farm-to-Market Roads and Bridges, Postharvest Facilities, and Extension Services amounting to PhP 908.6 million (including budget cover for Program Management). Extracted from the 6-Year Plan is a 3-year (20112013) Priority Program endorsed to DA and DBM for consideration in the budget preparation in FY 2011.

For FY 2011, 6 out of 11 projects originally identified by the LGUs were prioritized for funding as the budget was reduced from PhP 60.144 million to PhP 47.144 million due to the setting of budget ceiling per year. The 2011 priority projects are shown in Table 6.

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Feature Stories Project features and photos Program Management Planning Activities Updating of the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Plan or the agency’s Medium Term Development Investment Plan (MTPIP) is done annually as development policies and directions emanating from the department and the annual budget may sometimes vary. During the first quarter of 2010, the office conducted series of consultation with the partner-LGUs, NGAs, NGOs, and Private Sector, including a Multi-Sector Planning-Workshop in May, in line with the preparation of the six-year (2011-2016) SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Plan.

Aimed at boosting the agri-fishery production and developing agri-industrial potentials of SOCSKSARGEN, the stakeholders jointly proposed for the funding of 91 agri-programs and projects classified into Production Support, Market-related Infrastructure, Irrigation, Farm-to-Market Roads and Bridges, Postharvest Facilities, and Extension Services amounting to PhP 908.6 million (including budget cover for Program Management). Extracted from the 6Year Plan is a 3-year (2011-2013) Priority Program endorsed to DA and DBM for consideration in the budget preparation in FY 2011.

For FY 2011, 6 out of 11 projects originally identified by the LGUs were prioritized for funding as the budget was reduced from PhP 60.144 million to PhP 47.144 million due to the setting of budget ceiling per year. The 2011 priority projects are shown in Table 6.

Table 6: 6: Budget Proposal, FY 2011 Table Budget Proposal, FY 2011 Name of Projects

Farm-to-Market Roads 1. Improvement of Datal D’lanag – Tudok FMR, Phase 2 2. Construction/rehabilitation of Poblacion Sabang-Kabalantian FMR, Phase 1 3. Rehabilitation of Datu Wasay – Hinalaan FMR 4. Opening of Lanao Balut – Sitio Plenggang, Alegria FMR 5. Rehabilitation of Purok 7 – Purok 15 Mabuhay FMR 6. Rehabilitation of Datal Bila FMR Total

Location

Physical Target

Proposed Budget (PhP)

No. of Beneficiaries* (populace)

T’boli, South Cotabato Arakan, North Cotabato

6.5 Kms

12,144,000.00

650*

10 Kms

12,000,000.00

1,048

Sen. Ninoy Aquino, Sultan Kudarat

7 Kms

7,000,000.00

700*

6 Kms

6,000,000.00

610

8 Kms

6,000,000.00

800*

4 Kms

4,000,000.00

400*

41.50 Kms

47,144,000.00

4,208

Alabel, Sarangani Brgy. Mabuhay, General Santos City Brgy. Conel, General Santos City

* Assumption 1 Km = 100 beneficiaries, pending the submission of project profiles by the LGUs

* Assumption 1 Km = 100 beneficiaries, pending the submission of project profiles by the LGUs

Photos of Planning-Workshop and Meetings (with caption) 7

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PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING & EVALUATION The SOCSKSARGEN Technical, Monitoring and Finance Teams ensure the efficient and effective implementation of projects. Over the year, the SOCSKSARGEN Technical and Project Monitoring Teams (PMT) conducted 75 site inspection and monitoring activities for all projects which have to be implemented, are on-going or towards completion.

Further, 12 SOCSKSARGEN Technical and Joint Technical and Finance Team Meetings were conducted to review the program of works and plans and discuss the physical status of projects and relevant program endeavors. Reports pertaining to the project status and accomplishments were submitted to DA – SPCMAD regularly and to other offices (DA RFU XII, XI, and NEDA) as required.

Also, in 2010 the PMU staff, in coordination with the implementing LGUs and NIA Offices, conducted evaluation of 24 irrigation projects, 9 farm-to-market roads, and 13 out of 14 mechanical dryers funded in 1999, 2000, 2003 and 2004. Drafting of the evaluation reports has also been started. Further, packaging of the terminal evaluation on Sustainable Technology to Accelerate Rice Sufficiency or STARS Project, an inbred-rice techno demonstration project implemented from 2005 to 2008, is also being fast-tracked.

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SOCSKSARGEN ADP BOARD/EXCOM and REGIONAL COORDINATIONS & ACTIVITIES The SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board convened twice last year. Among the issues discussed were the extension of the term of SOCSKSARGEN ADPO and funding of priority projects for CY 2011-2016.

The various consultations and meetings among the LGUs, partner-line agencies in the region and the rest of the members of the Board have helped expedite decision-making process, particularly on the continuity of the food security program being spearheaded by SOCSKSARGEN ADPO. Seen as a dynamic force in the implementation of food security and key development plans and programs in support to peace and development in Mindanao, on December 21, 2010, His Excellency Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III signed Executive Order No. 16, series of 2010, extending the term of ADPO up to December 2016.

As a Locally-Funded Project, ADPO staff attended 3 LFP meetings during the year in relation to budgeting, presentation of accomplishments, and submission of reports and other requirements by DA. Two ADPO personnel have likewise attended a meeting relative to the centralized submission of reports through the DA monitoring website. This process will be observed by all DA attached agencies.

Further, the office has actively participated in the Regional Development Council meetings wherein regional plans and programs and concerted efforts of different government agencies are discussed.

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SOCSKSARGEN PRIORITY INTEGRATED AREA DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

MONITORING OF MAJOR INFRA FACILITIES Major infrastructure projects which are vital in the economic development of the area such as the fish port, airport, and seaport have since been monitored by ADPO. These facilities are undergoing improvement/expansion and rehabilitation to meet the current demands and the need of the growing population, to wit:

MAKAR PORT FACILITIES General Santos City

PROPOSED PROJECTS • Construction of Passenger Terminal Building and Gate Complex Implementation Period: 2010 – 2012 Cost: PhP 350 million

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• Provision of Roofing Over Existing North Gate Truck Scale Implementation Period: 2012 – 2013 Cost: PhP 9.5 million

ON-GOING PROJECTS • Paving of the Newly Constructed Back-Up Area Implementation Period: October 2009 – October 2010 Cost : PhP 47 million • Construction of Makar Wharf Wastewater Treatment Facility Implementation Period: February 2010 – September 2010 Cost: PhP 12.8 million • Construction of Port Security Fence at Newly Constructed Wharf Implementation Period: 2010 Cost: PhP 2.42 million

ON-GOING PROJECTS GLAN PORT

Glan, Sarangani Province

• Construction of RORO Ramp, RC landing and Maneuvering Area Implementation Period: June 2010 – June 2011 Cost : PhP 30 million Status : On the procurement stage

SOCSKSARGEN PRIORITY INTEGRATED AREA DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

MONITORING OF MAJOR INFRA FACILITIES ON-GOING PROJECTS • Construction of Terminal Building and Parking Area Implementation Period: 2008 – 2011 Cost: PhP 30 million

M’LANG FEEDER AIRPORT Brgy. Tawan-Tawan, M’lang North Cotabato

• Extension of Runway Strip and Expansion of Apron Implementation Period: 2008 – 2011 Cost: PhP 22.5 million

• Concreting of Existing Runway Implementation Period: 2011 Cost: PhP 100 million

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GENERAL SANTOS CITY AIRPORT ON-GOING PROJECTS Brgy. Fatima, General Santos City

• Renovation of the Departure and Arrival Areas Implementation Period: 2010 Cost: PhP 19 million

• Extension of the Security Fence of the Airport (11 kms) Implementation Period: 2010 Cost: PhP 10 million (1.2 kms)

• Land Titling of the Airport Area Status: Issuance of Special Patent to be facilitated by DENR XII

PROPOSED PROJECTS • Construction of Waiting Shed/ Covered Walkway Implementation Period: January – June 2011 Cost: PhP 10 million

• Acquisition of an X-ray machine Implementation Period: 2012 Cost: PhP 7 million

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Technical Support to LGUs, Partneragencies and Stakeholders on Industry and Environment- related Undertakings Tuna and Mango Industries In 2010, the office was involved in the planning activities for the Tuna and Mango Congresses – both led by private entities.

The tuna industry in the area, led by the SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, conducted a 2-day congress themed as: Be Counted and Make a Difference. The congress was participated by at least 300 participants from all over the country and abroad. Supportive of the advocacy of the National Tuna Congress, the office actively participated in the preparation activities, particularly in the preparation of souvenir programs, kits and promotional materials. The ADPO staff also facilitated the audio-visual synchronization requirements during the congress proper. The Mango Congress, on the other hand, will be held in Sarangani Province come September 2011. The office likewise attended preparatory meetings for the said congress being the one handling the Souvenir Program Committee.

Environmental Management Undertakings As a member of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB), the SOCSKSARGEN ADPO participated in 6 PAMB meetings relative to the refinement of the management plan and implementation of the users’ fee for the operations and sustainability of the conservation efforts on the following protected areas: Mt. Matutum Protected Landscape (MMPL), Allah Valley Protected Seascape (AVPL) and Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape (SBPS).

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FINANCIA L

REPORT

The operational requirement of the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office is appropriated annually under the budget of the Department of Agriculture in the General Appropriations Act. The budget is based on the Work and Financial Program submitted by this office through the Department of Agriculture and endorsed by the Regional Development Council.

Since year 2003, the management of funds of SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office is channeled through the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Unit XI together with other locally-funded projects in Mindanao. However, the preparation of the annual budget and the facilitation of the operational requirements and disbursement of funds remain in the Project Office.

The annual budget of the project office covers funds for various infrastructure projects and agricultural support in the area, and office operation.

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FIN A N CI A L

REPORT

annual appropriation from CY 2003 to CY 2010 (in thousand pesos only) Appropriation - FYsto2003 to 2010 annual Annual appropriation from CY 2003 CY 2010 (in thousand pesos) (in thousand pesos only)

90,000

80,000 90,000

(in thousand pesos) (in thousand pesos)

The following graph shows the annual appropriation from CY 2003 to CY 2010 by class of expenditure:

70,000 80,000 60,000 70,000 50,000 60,000 40,000 50,000 30,000 40,000 20,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 10,000 0

2003 27,297 2003 Maintenance Capital Outlay& Other 27,297 4,107 Operating Expenses Maintenance & Other 4,107 Personal Services Operating Expenses 7,965 Capital Outlay

0

2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 43,045 59,462 59,350 62,454 67,471 62,257 61,430 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 43,045 59,462 13,328 59,350 62,454 62,257 7,221 11,767 5,871 67,471 5,214 61,430 5,214 7,221 8,608

11,767 5,871 8,649 13,328 8,661 8,541

9,395

5,214 9,395

5,214 9,395

Personal Services 7,965 8,608 8,649 8,661 8,541 9,395 9,395 9,395 In the last eight years of operation, the infrastructure projects and other agricultural support Fund Distribution: Infra Projects & the Program ManagementWhile program management was at 19%, shared an average of 81% of total appropriation. (in thousand pesos) that includes the coordinative and monitoring functions of the project office and technical Fund Distribution: Infra Projects & Program Management support extended to the Local Government Units. (in thousand pesos)

Fund Distribution: Infra Projects & Program Management (in thousand pesos) 90,000

(in thousand pesos) (in thousand pesos)

90,000 80,000 80,000 70,000 70,000 60,000 60,000 50,000 50,000 40,000 40,000 30,000 30,000 20,000 20,000 10,000 10,000 0

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2003 2004 0 Infrastructure Projects & Other 2003 2004 27,297 46,045 Agricultural Support Infrastructure Projects & Other 27,297 46,045 Agricultural Support Program Management 12,072 12,829 Program Management 12,072 12,829

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

2005 64,639 2006 62,454 2007 67,471 2008 62,257 2009 61,230 2010 66,543 66,543 64,639 62,454 67,471 62,257 61,230 13,335 16,700 14,412 9,395 14,609 14,809 13,335 16,700 14,412 9,395 14,609 14,809

From CY 2003 to CY 2010, the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office has implemented a total of PhP448.26M worth of infrastructure projects and other agricultural support in the area which comprises the provinces of South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani, and the city of General Santos. Identification of projects is done by the respective Local Government Units. Review of project proposal, designs and program of works is conducted by the SOCSKSARGEN Technical Team created for the purpose.

Distribution of Funds by Component Area Distribution (in thousand pesos) of Funds by Component Area (in thousand pesos)

100,000 90,000 80,000 70,000 60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 0

SO. COTABATO 12,280

COTABATO

SARANGANI

12,280

SULTAN KUDARAT 12,280

12,280

GEN. SANTOS CITY 12,110

2009

12,957

12,300

11,000

13,500

12,500

2008

13,165

14,850

13,163

13,165

13,128

2007

13,200

15,872

11,200

11,054

10,928

2006

14,197

14,215

12,002

13,700

9,227

2005

12,918

11,517

12,961

11,284

9,685

2,010

2004

9,357

8,997

10,293

8,700

8,698

2003

8,510

1,415

7,464

4,954

4,954

CY 2010 Allocation

Personal Services, 9,395 , 12%

Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses, 5,214 , 7%

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60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 0

SO. COTABATO 12,280

COTABATO

SARANGANI

12,280

SULTAN KUDARAT 12,280

12,280

GEN. SANTOS CITY 12,110

2009

12,957

12,300

11,000

2008

13,500

12,500

13,165

14,850

13,163

13,165

13,128

2007

13,200

15,872

11,200

11,054

10,928

2006

14,197

14,215

12,002

13,700

9,227

2005

12,918

11,517

12,961

11,284

9,685

2004

9,357

8,997

10,293

8,700

8,698

2003

8,510

1,415

7,464

4,954

4,954

2,010

FIN A N CI A L

REPORT

In CY 2010, the total allotment released to the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office CY 2010amounted Allocation to PhP76.039M, distributed by class of expenditures as follows:

Personal Services, 9,395 , 12%

CY 2010 Allocation (in thousand pesos)

Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses, 5,214 , 7%

As of December 31, 2010, total obligations amounted to PhP69.796M representing 91.79% of the total allocation.

Capital Outlay, 61,430 , 81%

Status of Funds as of December 31, 2010 Status of Funds as of December 31, 2010 (in thousand pesos) (in thousand pesos)

70,000 60,000 50,000

40,000 30,000 20,000 10,000 0

FY 2010 Allocation2

9,395

Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses 5,214

Obligation

9,395

5,112

55,289

-

102

6,141

Unobligated Balances

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Personal Services

Capital Outlay

61,430

Cash allocations issued for the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office are lumped with other locally-funded projects in Mindanao under the administration of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office XI in Davao City.

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S O CSARGEN AD P B oa r d HON. PROCESO J. ALCALA

Secretary, Department of Agriculture Chairman Elliptical Road, Diliman, Quezon City Fax No.: 02-920-1767

HON MIGUEL RENE A. DOMINGUEZ

Governor, Sarangani Province Vice-Chairman Provincial Capitol Compound, Alabel, Sarangani Province Tel No.: 083-508-2258 : Fax No.: 083-508-5242

MEMBERS HON. ARTHUR Y. PINGOY, JR.

HON. EMMYLOU TALIÑO-MENDOZA

Governor, Provincial Gov’t of South Cotabato Provincial Capitol Compound, Koronadal City Tel. Nos. : 083-228-2620/2432 ; Fax No.: 083-228-2620

Governor, North Cotabato Province Provincial Capitol Compund, Amas, Kidapawan City Tel. No.: 064-278-7002 ; Fax No.: 064-278-7002

HON. SUHARTO T. MANGUDADATU

HON. DARLENE ANTONINO-CUSTODIO

Governor, Sultan Kudarat Province Provincial Government of Sultan Kudarat Tel. No. : 064-201-3021 ; Fax No.: 064-201-4262

Mayor, General Santos City G/F Left Wing, City Hall, City Hall Dive, General Santos City Tel. Nos. 083-554-4212/14 ; Fax No.: 083-554-4212

DIR. TERESITA SOCORRO C. RAMOS

ENGR. NATHANIEL Y. NAZARENO

Regional Director, NEDA XII 2/3 f, Rommel Bldg., Jose Abad Santos St., Koronadal City Tel. Nos.: 083-520-0005/0009; Fax No.: 083-520-0006

Airport Manager, CAAP-GSC Brgy. Fatima, General Santos City Tel. Nos.: 083-380-7601/7603; Fax Nos.: 083-380-7617

DIR. JIMMY M. OLIVO

MR. LIBERTO C. DELA ROSA

Regional Director, DA XII Nat’l Highway, GenSan Drive, cor. Zulueta St., Koronadal City Tel. No.: 083-520-0460; Fax No.: 083-520-0622

Port Manager, PPA-GSC Makar Wharf, General Santos City Tel. No.: 083-552-4484; Fax No.: 083-552-4446

DIR. IBRAHIM K. GUIAMADEL

DIR. SUBAIR S. DIRON, CESO III

Regional Director, DTI XII 4/F, Deluz Bldg., cor. Aquino St., GenSan Drive, Koronadal City Tel. No.: 083-520-9837; Fax No.: 083-520-0613

Regional Director, DPWH XII Alunan Ave., Koronadal City Tel. No.: 083-228-9577; Fax Nos. 083-228-3908

DIR. ALFREDO S. PASCUAL

MR. ERWIN Y. GARCIA

DIR. NASSER M. MUSALI

Executive Committee

Regional Director, DENR XII Upper Aurora Street, Koronadal City Tel. Nos.: 083-228-6225/26; Fax Nos. 083-228-6225

President, GSC Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Regional Director, DAR XII ORC Compound, Cotabato City Tel. Nos.: 064-421-1533/421-1216; Fax Nos.: 064-421-8805

HON. PROCESO J. ALCALA

DIR. BUAGAS B. SULAIK

HON MIGUEL RENE A. DOMINGUEZ

Regional Director, DILG XII Sumpay Compound, Marañon Vill., Block 4, Koronadal City Tel. No.: 083-228-9659; Fax Nos.: 083-381-0180

Chairman

Vice-Chairman

MEMBERS HON. ARTHUR Y. PINGOY, JR. HON. SUHARTO T. MANGUDADATU HON. EMMYLOU TALIÑO-MENDOZA HON. DARLENE ANTONINO-CUSTODIO

MAJ. GEN. JORGE S. SEGOVIA

10th Infantry Division, Philippine Army

MR. RANULFO M. ROMARATE Chairman, PAFC Cotabato Province

GINALYN FE C. CACHUELA, CE Project Manager Project Mangement Unit

SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Project Mangement Unit 2/F PBCom Bldg., Santiago Blvd., General Santos City Tel. Nos. (083) 552-5150/ 552-4828 ; Fax No. (083) 552-5273 Emai: adpopmu@gmail.com