DA-10 places second in CY 2022 physical and financial performance.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The agriculture department in Northern Mindanao (DA-10) helmed by OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado, caps the year 2022 ranking second in DA’s nationwide physical and financial performance with a final rating of 88.54%.

Director Collado bared such achievement, which was earlier in the week announced in a national management committee meeting in Talisay, Batangas, before the DA-10 personnel during its regional physical and financial performance review assessment held today, February 6, 2023.

He extended his gratitude to the DA-10 workforce for their efforts and support in making it the most improved region as it soared from No. 13 in CY 2021 to No. 2 in CY 2022.

Further, he challenged them to be more resilient and proactive in achieving its battlecry ‘10 for 1’, which aims, to Region 10 for number 1.

“Let us do an assessment every month to find out our progress and strategize steps in attaining our goal,” said Dir. Collado.

He added, “Funds utilized means services delivered.” in which he recognizes DA’s partners in the development of the agri sector in Northern Mindanao which includes the local government units, farmers, farmers’ associations and cooperatives, private sectors, and other stakeholders.#

Agri 10 extends marketing and transport logistics assistance to Joseph Aguilar, an onion farmer.

MALAYBALAY CITY, BUKIDNON – The Department of Agriculture-Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO.10) through OIC- Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado facilitates the marketing linkage of onion farmer, Joseph Aguilar and Gaisano Mall Malaybalay for the second delivery of his 2 tons of red onions on January 29, in this city.

At P260 per kilogram, Mr. Aguilar has a total sale of P544,544, in which Gaisano has committed to buying his produce at 2 tons per week.

DA-10 Regional Technical Director for Operations Carlota S. Madriaga said that the department’s assistance in linking farmers to institutional buyer aims to help farmers bring their produce direct to the market.

Aside from the market linkage, DA-10 also provided the transport logistics from farm to the market.

The activity was supported by the DA-10’s Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division (AMAD), High Value Crops Development Program of the Field Operations Division and the DA- Bureau of Plant Industry- Plant Quarantine Service Cagayan de Oro and LGU Sumilao.#(ATC)

DA-10 links Sumilao, Bukidnon onion farmer to a market in Cebu.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – To meet the market’s increasing demand for red onions, the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) under the helm of OIC–Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado administered the market linkage and sale of ‘Red Pinoy’ onions to SariSuki Cebu on January 27, 2023.

With help from DA’s recently turned over delivery truck to the local government of Sumilao, Bukidnon dubbed as the ‘Kadiwa on Wheels’, Joseph G. Aguilar, an onion farmer from barangay Kisolon, was able to transport 1 ton of his produce overall costing to P200K (at P200 per kilo) to the CdeO City port, which was later on shipped to Cebu.

On such initiative, RED Collado said that the agency through its Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division (AMAD) vigorously pursues the facilitation of linkages of farmers and fisherfolk enterprises (FFEs) and other agri-based MSMEs with consumer markets and institutional buyers.

Through DA’s Kadiwa displays, individuals, especially those farmers’ cooperatives, and associations (FCAs) may sell their harvest at competitive prices with an assured link to a market; thereby, ensuring the quality and freshness of their agricultural produce.

The said shipment was also assisted by the DA-Bureau of Plant Industry-Plant Quarantine Service Cagayan de Oro through its OIC-Manager, Arnold S. Dela Cruz.

Ahead of Aguilar’s Cebu market, he has also sold 1,488 kilos of red onions amounting to P431,781 to Gaisano Mall Malaybalay City on January 20.#(MPMTablon)

Agri 10 facilitates market linkage of an onion farmer from Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon.
 

MALAYBALAY CITY, BUKIDNON — To address the increasing demand for red onions in the market, the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA RFO-10) under the leadership of OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado facilitated the market linkage and sale of ‘Red Pinoy’ onions to Gaisano Mall Malaybalay City on January 20, 2023.

Director Collado has personally linked Mr. Joseph Aguilar, owner of 5J Farms to Gaisano Supermarket which committed to buying his produce at 2 tons per week which will be sold in Gaisano Malaybalay City and Valencia City, Bukidnon.

Initially, Mr. Aguilar sold 65 sacks weighing a total of 1,488 kilos of red onions at P290 per kilo, with an overall sale of P431,781.

“This is the first time DA-10 has linked a local red onion producer to a local market in the region,” Collado said since red onions are usually sourced from outside the region.

He added that this is a welcome development in the production of red onions in Northern Mindanao.

The 4.7-hectare onion farm of Mr. Aguilar in Kisolon, Sumilao, Bukidnon is planted with Golden Pinoy/Red Pinoy/Super Red variety with a production of 10 tons.

He has harvested around 1 ton and some were sold in DA-10’s Kadiwa ni Ani at Kita.

“Being able to supply locally produced red onions to one of our local markets signifies that we are steadily becoming more self-sufficient and able to respond to the increasing demand for the said commodity,” he further said.

Aside from DA-10’s market linkage, it also provided transportation assistance to the farmer in hauling its produce from the farm to the market.

Dir. Collado emphasized, “The breakthrough in growing onions under the cold conditions in Bukidnon will encourage more farmers to venture into this endeavor.”

He revealed that DA-10 will look at other areas in Bukidnon for possible expansion of production areas which includes conducting onion derby at the department’s two research stations in Bukidnon.

Said move will determine their performance and adaptability on-site with different elevation and weather conditions which will be participated by the different seed companies.

Meanwhile, AMAD Assistant Division Chief Ferdinand F. Caraballe said that more market linkages are underway for onion farmers in the region.

AMAD is also coordinating with the Cagayan de Oro Hotel and Restaurant Association (COHARA) to introduce locally produced red onions to partner hospitality establishments in Cagayan de Oro.

He also said that through DA’s Kadiwa exhibits, the agency connects producers and farmers of various agricultural commodities, including red onions, directly to consumers who can sell their products at competitive prices.

The delivery and sale of red onions were overseen by DA-10 AMAD, together with Mr. Aguilar and Gaisano Malaybalay City Grocery Department Head Isabel D. Melendez. #

Agri dept in NorMin turns over the procured transport delivery truck courtesy from the Kadiwa financial grant assistance.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – To ensure the availability and accessibility of food commodities, the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) handed over the certificate of turnover of the Kadiwa ni Ani at Kita Financial Grant Assistance worth P2 million to the local government unit (LGU) of Sumilao, Bukidnon, at the agency compound.

Said amount forms part of the total project cost amounting to P2.5-M, wherein DA-10 granted 80% of the portion and LGU Sumilao counterparted 20% amounting to P500K.

On January 27, DA-10 Regional Technical Director for Operations Carlota S. Madriaga and Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division (AMAD) Assistant Division chief Ferdinand F. Caraballe, led the turnover of the procured cargo transport delivery truck from the overall project amount to LGU Sumilao municipal agriculturist Melchora G. Dumayao.

DA-10 OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado said, the program will make it possible for farmers’ cooperatives, associations (FCAs) and organizations to take part in the convenient and sufficient food supply distribution system and assure the stability of food and other basic commodities in the region with high consumer demand.

In return, Dumayao expressed her gratitude to DA that enabled them to purchase said truck that is for priority use for high value crop farmers in the municipality, to assist them in the reduction of their transportation costs.

DA-10 seeks to empower local farmers by providing a direct and effective farm-to-consumer food supply chain in order to address the continuing demand for agri-fishery products, including in helping stabilize the price of red onions in the market. #(MPMTablon)

Agri 10 turns over the P3-M farm tractor to PAMC in barangay Imbatug to aid farmers in their land prep activities.

BAUNGON, BUKIDNON – Eyed to boost the land preparation activities of corn and cassava farmers for better crop yield and favorable soil environment, the agriculture department in Northern Mindanao (DA-10) under the management of OIC-RED Carlene C. Collado, turned over recently P3 million worth of corn-funded farm tractor to Phil. Agro Multi-Purpose Cooperative (PAMC) in barangay Imbatug, this town.

Held at a PAMC residential area in Mandu, the certificate of turnover was handed over by DA-10 through Corn focal person Richan D. Lacanaria to the Local Government of Bukidnon headed by Mayor Rogelio D. Jaraula and Municipal Agriculturist Janel C. Redondo, and to PAMC manager Deodato V. Galaura, Jr., in the presence of local and coop officials and members, and other regional and municipal agri staff.

According to PAMC manager Galaura, the conferred farm machinery is for priority use of the 56-membered coop engaged in the rotational farming of corn and cassava, covering 94 hectares and a potential area of around 30 hectares.

Likewise, the coop official added that it would enable them to thoroughly conduct their land preparation activities, paving way for more efficiency in the ensuing stages of their corn and cassava production.

“Kung tsada ang pag land prep, mosunod na dayon ang uban operation [in farming]. Dako kaayo kini nga katabang sa pag-abot ani na makinarya,” the manager remarked.

Meanwhile, being at the helm of Baungon town, Mayor Jaraula conveyed his gratitude to the agency, as this is a meaningful addition to PAMC.

“Dako ako pasalamat sa DA-10 sa pagtugyan niini nga tractor kay dako kini’g makatabang satong mga mag-uuma. Since grant mani, wala may nagasto, savings na ninyo ni. Puhon, ipakita ninyo sa DA kung pila ang inyong nakita.” the local chief executive said, posing a challenge to the coop.

Similarly hoping for the advancement of the farmers’ group, Baungon MA Redondo reminded the beneficiaries to set aside funds for the repair and maintenance of the farm machinery at the same time accord special rates for the coop members in its utilization.

For the agency’s part, Corn coordinator Lacanaria extended his congratulations to PAMC for being one of the unit recipients, factoring in the limited funds and overwhelming requests for the availment of a farm tractor.

“As a government investment, hopefully, the value of the project mabalik sa atoang cooperative by using it and engaging it into a business enterprise [through servicing],” he pointed out.

Further, he pinned his hope that the coop will sustain itself in growing corn and cassava, and serve as a ‘big brother’ for other nearby farmers’ cooperatives, associations in their locality, and other adjacent towns, becoming a staunch partner of DA in its bid towards food security and sustainability. # (JLO)

Agri 10 revisits MOA of cassava clusters with Daesang Philippines, Corp.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10), through OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado, conducted a cassava clusters’ consultative meeting together with partner government agencies and stakeholders to revisit the agreement with Daesang Philippines, Corp., in this city.

On January 19, 2023, representatives from the Department of Trade and Industry-Bureau of Investments, Department of Agrarian Reform, Cooperative Development Authority, cassava clusters, and a consolidator from the provinces of Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental convened to tackle the rescheduled commercial operations of Daesang at PHIVIDECH Industrial Estate in Sta. Ana, Tagoloan, Misamis Oriental.

Discussions centered on the status of the Memorandum of Agreement, updated buying price of fresh cassava tubers, production cost and supply plan, schedule of delivery, update on the need for additional cassava suppliers and other matters.

As agreed, the body will set another meeting as way forward to ensure the targeted cassava volume of delivery to Daesang and to uplift cassava clusters.

Also present in the activity is DA-10 Regional Technical Director for Operation Carlota S. Madriaga, OIC-Regulatory Division chief Eduardo N. Pit, Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Division chief Larry E. Paraluman, Cassava focal person Mischelle F. Egama and other DA-10 staff. #(RDMElloren)

MisOcc rice farmers receive financial aid at P5K each thru DA-10’s RFFA program.

MISAMIS OCCIDENTAL – The Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) helmed by OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado, launched the third distribution of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund – Rice Farmers’ Financial Assistance (RCEF-RFFA) Program for CY 2022, in the province of Misamis Occidental from January 18-20, 2023.

Under the RFFA program, P5,000.00 cash assistance is allotted to each rice farmer, with one qualifying for being enrolled in the Registry System for Basic Sectors in Agriculture (RSBSA) and tilling or owning a cumulative rice area not exceeding two hectares.

According to Dir. Collado, the RFFA continues to be among the priority interventions of DA with P45 million budget for Misamis Occidental’s 9,070 eligible rice farmers alone.

The director added that the RFFA aims to cushion the impact of the Rice Tarrification Law among rice farmers through financial aid, with the vision of increased quality and productivity for farmers, and affordable rice for consumers.

During the outset of the RFFA program III on January 18 at Bay Araneta, Oroquieta City, MisOcc Governor Henry S. Oaminal, together with other local officials and its Provincial Agriculture Office, municipal agriculture offices of benefitting city and towns, and DA-10’s Rice Program led by its Supervising Agriculturist and Focal Person Chona H. Nacalaban, spearheaded the distribution.

On the first day of the distribution, 3,007 qualified recipients from Oroquieta City, Lopez Jaena, Panaon, Aloran, and Jimenez received cash assistance.

Subsequently, 2,874 eligible farmers from Plaridel, Calamba, Baliangao, Sapang Dalaga, and Concepcion were catered at the Calamba Multi-Purpose Building on January 19.

Furthermore, 3,189 qualified farmers from Sinacaban, Tudela, Clarin, Bonifacio, Tangub and Ozamiz cities also received financial aid at the Tudela Municipal Civic Gymnasium on January 20, 2023.

The third rollout of the RFFA in MisOcc was realized In partnership with the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) and the Universal Storefront Services, Corp. (USSC).# (RLTolentino)

One of the highlights of the ABEMIS annual targets encoding and data collection for FY 2023 is the handing over of the 2022 Terabyte Award from BAFE to DA-10.

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – The Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 10 (DA-RFO 10) through its Regional Agricultural Engineering Division (RAED) recently conducted the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Management Information System (ABEMIS) annual targets encoding and data collection for 2023, this city.

DA-10 RAED Programs and Projects Management Section chief Engr. Romil G. Española, reported the annual targets of interventions lodged under DA’s banner programs such as agricultural machinery and infrastructures for the current year, to be inputted in the ABEMIS, a web-based information system that serves as an inventory for agricultural and fisheries machineries and infrastructure projects of DA.

Importantly, it also helps to accelerate the monitoring of project implementation from the proposal, validation, procurement, construction, and completion to operation.

Further highlighted in the event is the conferring of the Assistant Division Chief for the Programs and Projects Management Division of the Bureau of Agricultural and Fisheries Engineering, Engr. Arnel L. Tenorio, of the ABEMIS 2022 Terabyte Award to DA-10 OIC-Regional Executive Director Carlene C. Collado and to RAED chief Engr. Deliza T. Camaro, with the agency, was declared as a winner last December 22, 2022.

The Terabyte Award is a nationwide search for the most outstanding ABEMIS implementing unit with Northern Mindanao topping the competition, garnering a score of 99.41%.

The criteria for judging were based on the completeness and accuracy of the data and documentation requirements (60%), completeness of the inventory (20%), and completeness of targets (2022) encoded in the ABEMIS (20%).

Recognizing the feat, RED Collado commended the effort of the RAED team and hoped the division to maintain the momentum, and fast-track the recording of DA’s various interventions for all banner programs into the ABEMIS.

Also attending the event were provincial operations chiefs of Bukidnon and Lanao del Norte, respectively, Janet D. Lopez, DVM, and Engr. Abdulharis P. Paporo, and representatives from the different banner programs of the agency. #(MPMTablon)

The agri department in NorMin grants P5,000 each rice farmer in Bukidnon as cash aid thru its RFFA program.

Kibawe, Bukidnon – A total of 3,472 rice farmers in the towns of Kibawe, Dangcagan, Kadingilan, Don Carlos and Pangantucan in Bukidnon received P5,000 in cash aid on January 11-13, as the Department of Agriculture – Region 10 (DA-10) continue rolling out the Rice Farmers Financial Assistance (RFFA) in said localities, for the 2022-2023 dry cropping season.

The RFFA is given to smallholder rice farmers tilling rice areas not exceeding two hectares and registered to the Registry System for Basic Sector in Agriculture (RSBSA), the DA’s official registry of farmers, fisherfolk and farm laborers.

According to DA-10 OIC- Regional Executive Director, Carlene C. Collado, the agency is fast-tracking the RFFA distribution to the rice farmers in Northern Mindanao in the aftermath of shear line to agricultural areas in the region late last year, and the continuing weather disturbance early in 2023.

“We intend to roll out the RFFA in the fastest way we can. We assure our RFFA beneficiaries they will receive their aid as soon as we have ironed out our coordination with the LGUs” Collado said.

For the 2022-2023 Dry Cropping Season the DA-10 has allocated Php237-M funds for the RFFA, to benefit 46,161 eligible rice farmers across the region.

The RFFA is funded under the Rice Competitiveness Enhance Fund (RCEF) by virtue of the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL) and is intended to compensate for the increasing farm inputs prices and fluctuating palay buying price.

With the RFFA, it is hoped that the rice farmers will be able to sustain their farm production and augment their earnings.#