SOCSKSARGEN ADP AR2012

ANNUALREPORT2012S O C S K S A R G E N

Area Development Project OfficeProject Management Unit

Messages

Executive Summary

SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office

SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program

Food Security Program Accomplishments

Impact Stories: From Farm to Market

Other Area Development Undertakings

Program Management in Action

Financial Report

Contents

Message froM the ChairMan

Malugod nating binabati ang SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project (ADP) Board, mga katuwang natin mula sa Local

Government Units (LGUs) at pribadong sektor, at ang ating Project Management Unit para sa matagumpay at makabuluhang taon nitong 2012.

Nakita natin ang mga paunang mga resulta ng SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program – mas mabilis at mahusay na pagdadala ng ani dahil sa napagawang pitong farm-to-market roads, mas kaunting natapong ani dahil sa mga corn sheller at corn mill at dagdag kaalaman dala ng mga technology demonstration ng high value crops.

Dagdag pa dito ang pagsulong natin para sa pagsasaayos ng paliparan ng General Santos City para mas makatulong sa maayos na pagluwas ng mga produkto.

Natutuwa tayo dahil ang mga nagawang ito ang magsisilbing matibay na pundasyon para sa higit pang mga achievement sa sektor ng agrikultura. Naipakita nito na ang pagtutulungan ng mga pamahalaang lokal, pribadong sektor at ng Kagawaran ng Pagsasaka ay nagbibigay ng positibo at makabuluhang mga resulta.

Kaya naman, inaasahan natin na sa mga susunod na taon, patuloy na uunlad ang sektor ng agrikultura sa rehiyon, kasabay ng pag-asenso ng mga magsasaka, mangingisda at mga agri-entrtepreneurs.

Mabuhay!

Proceso “Procy” J. AlcAlASecretary

Message froM the Vice-chairMan

another year of achievement for SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project as it vigorously pursue agri-

development initiatives in the region. My commendation to the SOCSKSARGEN Technical Team, the Project Monitoring Team, and the Project Management Staffs for their valuable service and continued commitment in ensuring that development has reached our marginalized sector.

The SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program (IFSP) complements our banner program in the province dubbed as “Serbisyong Totoo”. It is our goal to deliver the valuable government services to the farthest deserving communities of our region. Our farm-to-market road projects were constructed in the remote agricultural barangays and technological services extended up to the uplands. These we will do more in the next four years under the SOCSKSARGEN IFSP.

Tayo po ay na nakikiisa sa layunin ng Kagawaran ng Pagsasaka na maitaas and antas ng produksyon at kita ng ating mga magsasaka dito sa SOCSKSARGEN, lalo na sa mga walang gaanong kakayanan at patuloy na nagsusumikap.

Our drive for peace and food security will continue. Sama-sama natin itong itaguyod.

emmylou TAliño-mendozAGovernor, Cotabato Province

Message from Project Manager

iI would like to thank the Department of Agriculture under the leadership of Secretary Proceso J. Alcala for strongly supporting the

SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office and for consistently supporting the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program. I am also grateful to our partners in the government, private sector, and civil society organizations for being active collaborators in the conceptualization and implementation of our projects towards a more transparent public service.

Our budget this year significantly doubled from last year, which made us increase both the number and the length of our farm-to-market road projects. With prudent conduct of procurement process, it resulted to savings which translates to three more additional post-

harvest equipment for our farmers.

The available resources for program management enabled us also to extend ample technical and secretariat support services to our partner-agencies on other mutually beneficial projects of regional impact. Meanwhile, policy support from the Board led to the creation of specific task force and technical working group which paved the way to resolving issues and concerns on particular development programs and initiatives.

This year, the Pre-Feasibility study on the Integrated Transport and Food Terminal and Abattoir in General Santos City was materialized as a major component of the Economic Development for Regional Trade study funded by the Cities Development Initiatives in Asia. The preparation of the study for the GSC Aerotropolis was also approved by DOTC with a budget of Php 12 M.

In our desire to improve agricultural production and push these potentials to market gains, we target to concrete a hundred kilometers more of farm-to-market roads and establish additional agricultural facilities by 2016. These interventions are deemed to complement the regular programs of the Department of Agriculture as well as the other national government agencies in the growth area.

So as we move forward to realizing these goals, I call for continued partnership among the Local Government Units and private sector groups. May we constantly unite our efforts and together work without delay to fulfill our mission under the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program.

Maraming salamat!

GinAlyn Fe c. cAchuelAProject Manager

Executive Summary

the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program (IFSP) of the SOCSKSARGEN Area

Development Project Office (ADPO) is one of the government partners under the Department of Agriculture which looks into food security and key development concerns in SOCSKSARGEN area. From 2003-2012, 145 agri-infrastructure and support services or 86% of the physical target were in-placed. A total of 65 farm-to-market roads (FMRs) sections with a total length of 215.57 Kms and 3 component bridges (85 lm) were built, 34 irrigation facilities rehabilitated, 27 production and postproduction facilities installed and extension services implemented, easing transport and gradually improving food production and quality, benefiting more than 280,000 individuals in rural barangays.

For the years 2011 onwards, designs of FMRs were made better to respond to environmental challenges, particularly on the adverse effects of climate change. The road projects were not just made concrete but were made durable by the prescribed thickness and width, and by the required protected slopes alongside canals. Such structural designs and standards were agreed upon by the SOCSKSARGEN Technical Team to ensure the soundness and effectiveness of the roads for the longest period. Regular monitoring of the road and other projects by the Project Monitoring Team was also done to ensure that the plans, program of works, and structural standards were followed and actually put in-place.

An in-house evaluation and field visits were conducted during the year and significant effects of the projects were documented. The earlier implemented projects, particularly the FMRs and bridges, are now enjoyed by the recipient communities. People relying on farming as their main source of livelihood have testified on the benefits and dynamism these agri-

infrastructure support projects bring into their communities and their lives. Transport of and access to goods and farm products were made easy, while producing quality food is slowly being attained. As the implementation of CY 2012 projects moves forward, the timely completion of the 8.42-Km total FMR target is expeted to bring comfort and prosperity to the remote rural communities of this area.

Furthermore, major infrastructure development which includes the ports and road networks remains a priority concern in the region. In 2012, through the active lobbying of the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board, the Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC) started the procurement for the conduct of study for the General Santos City Aerotropolis Development Masterplan. This is to optimize the use of 600-hectare airport property to create more economic opportunities. A number of road networks was also prioritized by the Local Government Units (LGUs) for the conduct of full-blown feasibility studies with the support of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Funding of priority roads by the national government is aimed before end of 2016.

For 2013-2016, there is a proposed budget of PhP 890.765 M for the implementation of additional 90 agricultural projects, including provision of continual technical support to partner-agencies. The approved budget in 2011 and 2012 accounted only to 13% of the total 6-year proposal. Hence, a larger slice of the budget from the national coffers is requested for 2013 and beyond to realize the 6-year Food Security Program and other development projects actively supported by the ADP for the aspired food security and balanced development growth in the region.

is one of the special locally-funded projects of the Department of Agriculture in Mindanao established through Executive Orders 474 and 480 by former President Corazon Aquino in 1991 mandated to integrate, coordinate, supervise, direct and formulate policies for the implementation of major economic development initiatives under the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Plan approved by the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA).

SOCSKSARGEN is one of the successful Integrated Area Development Zones (IADZs) established by the national government which originally covered 3 cluster areas: South Cotabato, Sarangani and General Santos City (SOCSARGEN) and later expanded to include the provinces of Sultan Kudarat and North Cotabato, renaming it to SOCSKSARGEN.

The SOCSKSARGEN ADPO term was extended through several Executive Orders (EOs), including the E.O. No. 16 signed by President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III on 21 December 2010, extending the coordinative function of SOCSKSARGEN ADPO until 2016. The said EO mandates the Office to fast-track the construction of vital infrastructure and other regional efforts, particularly theimplementation of food security program and key development plans and programs in support to peace and development in Mindanao.

The ADPO is composed of a Project Board and a Project Management Unit.

SOCSKSARGEN AREA DEvElOpmENt

SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board

Project Management Unit

pROjECt OffiCE (ADpO)

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is a policy-making body which provides the general direction and formulates appropriate policies in the context of regional development, particularly to advance the SOCSKSARGEN’s agricultural sector and tap its agro-industrial potentials. The Project Board is chaired by the DA Secretary and members include the Local Chief Executives of component areas, regional heads of selected national government agencies and representatives of the business sector and non-government organization. The Vice-Chairman of the Board is currently Governor Emmylou Taliño Mendoza.

functions as the technical and administrative arm of the Board. It undertakes the day-to-day operations of the ADPO.

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SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board Meeting at Koronadal City

SOCSKSARGEN ADP BOARD Composition

SEC. PROCESO JARAzA AlCAlA CHAIRMAN

GOV. EMMYlOU J. TAlIÑO-MENDOzAVICE CHAIRMAN

GOVERNORS• South Cotabato• North Cotabato• Sarangani Province• Sultan Kudarat

MAYOR• General Santos City

ONE BUSINESS SECTOR REPRESENTATIVES

Nominated by the Chambers of Commerece in the area

ONE NGO REPRESENTATIVE

Nominated by NGOs in the growth area

NGA REPRESENTATIVE

• NEDA, DA, DPWH• DTI, DENR, CAAP, PPA• DIlG, DAR• 10TH INFANTRY DIVISION

PMUSECRETARIAT

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

In 2006, during the SOCSKSARGEN ADP multi-sector planning workshop relative to the preparation of the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Plan, the component – Local Government Units (LGUs), partners National Government Agencies, Non-Government Organizations and Private Sector formulated the vision and missions for the area, to wit:

Vision:

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

Mission sTATEMEnT:

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

l 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;

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

Purok 7 - Purok 15 Mabuhay FMR, General Santos City

SOCSKSARGEN fOOD SECURitY pROGRAm

soCsKsARGEn FooD sECURiTY PRoGRAM WoRKinG GRoUPsTo facilitate the smooth implementation of the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program (FSP), in

October 2011 the SOCSKSARGEN EXECOM updated the FSP implementation mechanism which

includes, among others, the creation of two working groups, as follows:

TEChniCAl TEAM

is a composite group composed of representatives from the LGUs, DA RFU XI, concerned

NGAs, and ADP-PMU, which reviews proposals and program of works submitted by the Local

Technical Team in terms of technical feasibility, economic viability, environment safety, social

acceptability and sustainability as a whole. It formulates guidelines and set standards for the

proper implementation of projects, and recommends priorities and areas of improvement when

necessary.

PRojECT MoniToRinG TEAMis a composite group composed of representatives from the LGUs, non-government

organizations or beneficiary community, and ADP-PMU, which conducts regular inspection

and documentation of projects during implementation, and together with the Technical

Team, evaluates the project upon completion and recommend for its eventual turn-over to

recipient organization/ community. It also provides technical and policy recommendation to the

implementing LGUs.


Technical Team Meeting @ City Agriculture Training Center, General Santos City

Food security Program implementationIn 2012, the Department of Agriculture (DA) approved a total budget of Php 110.968 millions for the implementation of 39 agri-infrastructure and support facilities and services, to wit: concreting of 7 farm-to-market roads (Fmr) with a total length of 8.42 kilometers, provision of 15 units corn sheller and 15 units corn mill, and establishment/conduct of 2 sets of techno-demonstration projects for grains and high value crops and vegetables (coffee, abaca, garlic, and organic vegetables) production. Our partner-Local Government Units (LGUs) alloted 15% of the project cost or a total of PhP 15.85 million for the implementation of these projects, following the DA-LGU cost-sharing arrangement provided under the SOCSKSARGEN Integrated Food Security Program (IFSP) implementation mechanism.

status of CY 2012 Projects As of December 31, 2012, implementation of the 39 projects is on-going posting an overall accomplishment of 60.62%. Project bidding of infrastructure projects was undertaken during the 2nd and 3rd quarters of 2012 at the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Unit (DA RFU) XI. Project construction started in July of 2012 and will end

by August of 2013 based on the approved contracts.

ACCOmpliShmENtS


SOCSKSARGEN fOOD SECURitY pROGRAm

Farm-to-Market Roads l Two road projects in located in North Cotabato and South Cotabato, with a total length of 3.61

Kms, were substantially completed with more than 97%. physical accomplishments. These roads generated 236 temporary jobs during construction period and were already servicing an estimated of 6,328 farmers and populace, and 1,010 hectares agri-influence area.

l The rest of the road projects are on-going and will be completed in 2013. These will benefit additional 8,811 farmers/populace and 2,301 hectares production areas.

l The program of works (POWs) for road concreting projects include construction of open lined canals, cross drainages, 1-meter shoulder both sides, and other necessary structures.

Concreting of Carmen - Maridagao FMRBrgy. Kibayao, Carmen, North Cotabato(photo: before & after construction)


Concreting/ upgrading of Norala - Banga FMRBrgys. Poblacion & Lopez Jaena, Norala, South Cotabato(photo: before & after construction)

Concreting of Purok 6 Taliwara - Purok 7 Daanbanwang - Purok 8 Almatak FMR

Brgy. Upper Labay, General Santos City(photo: before & during construction)

Concreting of Sitio Paopao - Upper Blagan - Datal lago - Fataldao Bridge FMRBrgy. San Jose, General Santos City(photo: before & during construction)

Concreting & improvement of Sufatubo - Alegado FMR, Phase 2Brgy. Sufatubo, Glan, Sarangani Province(photo: before construction)

Table 1: Beneficiaries of Postharvest Equipments

Postharvest Facilities

l Twenty-three (23) farmer-cooperatives in the upland areas of Sarangani Province were approved as recipients of the 30 postharvest equipments (15 mini corn mills and 15 corn shellers) after the conduct of validation on the farmer-coops by the ADP-PMU on the 1st semester of the year. The pre-identification of farmer-cooperatives was done by LGU-Sarangani Province

, The equipments were bidded in November 2012 and awarded to the winning contractors in December 2012. The turn-over ceremony for the 15 units corn shellers is scheduled in January 2013, while the corn mills will undergo fabrication and targeted to be distributed within the first quarter of 2013.

No. Mun/Organization Location Chairman Type of PHF requested No. of members

Malungon1 LABISKA Farmers Association Brgy. JP Laurel Leonardo Esnardo 1 unit corn sheller & 1 unit corn mill 602 Kibalawan Farmers Association Brgy. Malungon Gamay Nestor M. Necesario 1 unit corn sheller & 1 unit corn mill 493 Patulang Farmers Association Brgy. Kinabalan Willie Tacyawan 1 unit corn mill 30

Sub-total 139

Maitum4 Gawan Farmers Association Batian Tokio T. Boone 1 unit corn sheller 1 unit corn mill 265 Zion Corn Farmers Association Brgy. Zion Nicasio T. Garcia 1 unit corn mill 516 Riverside Farmers Producers Coop. Brgy. Kalaneg Roy Rios 1 unit corn sheller 31

Sub-Total 108

Kiamba7 Pag-asa 1 Farmers Association Brgy. Tambilil Reynaldo Seryosa 1 unit corn mill 468 Katubao Tribal Community Cooperative Brgy. Katubao Antonio Legarde 1 unit corn mill 269 Lomuyon Abaca Farmers Association Brgy. Lomuyon Gabriel T. Derilon 1 unit corn sheller 16

10 Tablao Abaca Farmers Association Brgy. Tablao Consolacion Icat 1 unit corn sheller 32

Sub-total 120

Maasim11 Lamlabong Farmers Association Brgy. Ampisit Helario Kaka 1 unit corn sheller 1 unit corn mill 5112 Kyumad Micro Farmers Association Brgy. Kablacan Arthur Muyak 1 unit corn sheller 1 unit corn mill 50

Sub-total 101

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13 Sitio Ihan Kapyeh Galbak Farmers Association Brgy. Datal Anggas Victor Muda 1 unit corn mill20

14 Lampasak Sasatu Farmers Association Brgy. Datal Anggas Bador Yogon 1 unit corn sheller 1915 Alabel Farmer Scientist Association Brgy. Alabel Delia Llido 1 unit corn sheller 3016 Sitio Datal Mutag Kastifun Farmers Ass'n. Brgy. Domolok Renato M. Mang 1 unit corn mill 3217 Christian-Muslim Tribal Organization Brgy. Domolok Sanny Mangilala 1 unit corn mill 3018 PAGAWIDA Farmers Association Brgy. Domolok Moher A. Isam 1 unit corn sheller 15

Sub-total 146

Glan19 Laguimit Womens Association Brgy. Laguimit Rosita Salminang 1 unit corn sheller 1 unit corn mill 3620 E. Alegado Womens Association Brgy. E. Alegado Marilyn Jaime 1 unit corn sheller 2521 GLOWEL Datal Bukay Womens Ass'n. Brgy. Datal Bukay Virginia A. Mabuhay 1 unit corn mill 25

Sub-total 86

Malapatan22 Bolulsowa Farmers Producers Coop. Brgy. Lun Masla Dante Caloy, Sr. 1 unit corn sheller data to follow

23 Kyondog Upland Farmers Association Brgy. Kihan Martinez Pandita 1 unit corn mill data to follow

TOTAL 700

Table 2: Beneficiaries of Postharvest Equipments

SOCSKSARGEN FOOD SECURIT Y PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS



Extension support/Techno-demonstration

The SOCSKSARGEN has more than 950,000 hectares agricultural land considered as Strategic Agricultural and Fishery Development Zones (SAFDZ). Of this , more than 450,000 hectares are crops development zones; the rest are fisheries and livestock development zones. In 2012, NIA reported an estimated total irrigable area of 293,610 hectares. Only 107,286 hectares (37%) were irrigated to date; the remaining potential area to be developed still accounts for 179,152 hectares. Meanwhile, DA RFU XII considered the grasslands of more than 103,000 hectares as underutilized lands.

Considering the vast agricultural potential of SOCSKSARGEN, the Office considered in its CY 2012 Food Security Program the conduct of techno-demonstration projects for the cultivation of hybrid and inbred rice seeds and other potential crops like abaca, coffee, garlic and organic vegetables. The techno-demo projects are aimed at evaluating the soil suitability, adaptability and yield performance of selected potential crops, especially in the uplands. Some barangays in South Cotabato, North Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani and General Santos City were selected as pilot areas. The project is done in partnership with the LGUs, DA RFU XII, ATI, PhilRice, FIDA, Farmers Organizations, and Indigenous Peoples.

The success of the techno-demo projects will help our farmers diversify crop production, expand farm areas, and explore new livelihood options for better income. This will also promote cultivation of organic crops, which are safe to human consumption, and environmentally-sound farming applications and practices.

Activities undertaken under the techno-demo projects were as follows:

1. hybrid Rice Techno-demo - Establishment of 10 hectares demo sites using Mestizo 19 hybrid seeds to assess the seeds adaptability and determine the factors affecting its yield performance. High yielding rice seeds will help government attain food security.

Table 2: Techno-demo Areas for Hybrid Rice ProductionTable 3: Techno-demonstration Areas for Hybrid Rice Production

LocationNo. of Farmer-

CooperatorHectares covered

South CotabatoTantangan 2 2Norala 1 1

sub-total 3 3

Sultan KudaratIsulan 2 1Lambayong 3 1.5

sub-total 5 2.5

SaranganiMaitum 2 1Kiamba 1 0.5

sub-total 3 1.5

N. CotabatoTulunan 3 1.5

GSC 3 1.5

TOTAL 17 10

PHOTOS: A three-day training on Basic Commercial Hybrid Rice Cultivation, on October 10-12, 2012 at Durian Garden, Polomolok, South Cotabato, participated by 24 farmers and 9 LGU personnel (left). The hybrid rice production of Wilhem Diente, a project beneficiary, located in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat (right).


Table 3: Techno-demo Areas for Inbred Rice Seeds Production

2. inbred Rice seeds Production Techno-demo - Verification of the agronomic and yield performance of the promising inbred rice varieties in selected rice areas in SOCSKSARGEN thru conduct of varietal trials. This project aims to support the active seeds growers in SOCSKSARGEN area.Target beneficiaries: 37 seed growers covering 37 hectares of rice area (1 hectare per beneficiary).

The office facilitated the procurement of agricultural inputs in November 2012. But, with the availability of the promising inbred rice varieties (foundation seeds) only at the PhilRice Central Station, the demonstration for the inbred rice production will have to be facilitated in April 2013, in time with the main crop season (cropping calendar of the National Irrigation Administration or NIA). A Refresher Training on Inbred Rice Production & Certification was facilitated on November 2012, participated by 23 farmer-seed growers.

Table 4: Techno-demonstration Areas for Inbred Rice Seeds Production

LocationNo. of Farmer-

CooperatorHectares covered

South CotabatoNorala 3 3Surallah 1 1Banga 1 1Koronadal City 2 2Tantangan 3 3

sub-total 10 10

General Santos City Katangawan 2 2Ligaya 3 3

sub-total 5 5

North Cotabato Mlang 6 6

SaranganiKiamba 1 1Maitum 3 3Alabel 1 1

sub-total 5 5

Sultan KudaratLambayong 6 6Isulan 3 3Esperanza 1 1Tacurong City 1 1

sub-total 11 11TOTAL 37 37

PHOTOS: A three-day Refresher Training on Inbred Rice Seeds Production and Certification on November 21-23, 2012, attended by 23 farmers (left). Farmers’ field exposure to varietal trials of Mr. Basilio Traya in General Santos City (right).


The production of hybrid rice for techno-demo purposes was started last November 2012 in various sites in SOCSKSARGEN area. Harvest period will start by February 2013. During the year, farm walks were conducted to demonstration sites, in coordination with the concerned LGUs, to respond to the actual crop problems of the farmers. PhilRice also provided technical assistance to the farmer-beneficiaries. To capacitate the 24 farmer-beneficiaries in hybrid technology, the office funded a 3-day training on Commercial Hybrid Rice Basic Cultivation on October 2012, facilitated by PhilRice and Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) XII. The participants were also exposed to hybrid demonstration areas in Surallah and organic demonstration area in Koronadal City.


3. Abaca Production Techno-demo - Establishment of 1 hectare abaca techno-demo farm as learning site for abaca farmers. The project aims to increase the knowledge and awareness of farmers on abaca production to increase their production and income. Beneficiary: New La Union Water Sports Cooperative (NLUWSC) in Brgy. La Union, Maitum, Sarangani Province, consisting of 71 members.

A 2-day on-site Training on Abaca production and technology enhancement was conducted in November 2012, facilitated by FIDA and LGU-Sarangani Province. Land and site preparation was undertaken by the recipient cooperative. Five thousand (5,000) pieces of abaca seeds and agricultural

inputs were delivered in December 2012 in preparation for the planting.

4. CoffeeProductionTechno-demo-Aims to: (1) improve production of coffee (Arabica) through demonstration of appropriate and adaptable technologies (commercialized package), (2) serve as a show window for Arabica coffee high production level, and (3) train farmers on post production activities. Beneficiaries: 2 Coffee Farmers

The 2-hectare coffee demonstration will be established in 2 sites in Brgy. Imamaling, Magpet, North Cotabato. During the year, project requirements were facilitated and the implementers arrived at the following counterparting arrangement:

(1) Farmer-beneficiaries : Land and site preparation, and labor; (2) ADPO : Agricultural inputs and Robusta coffee seedlings; and (3) LGU-North Cotabato thru the Provincial Agriculture Office: technical assistance

The schedule of planting is set on January 19, 2013.

PHOTOS below: Delivery of coffee seedlings at the project site in Magpet, North Cotabato.


5. Garlic Production Techno-demo - The project aims to: (1) evaluate the adaptability

of garlic under General Santos City agro-climatic condition (second trial cycle), (2) showcase organic

farming for garlic production, and (3) introduce garlic production as potential source of income.

Garlic demonstration was established in 4 barangays (Ligaya, San Jose, Sinawal, and Upper Labay) of

General Santos City. The beneficiaries were identified by General Santos City Government through the

Office of the City Agriculturist. Training on garlic production was conducted in December 2012, with

the assistance of ATI, to enhance the skills garlic farmers and be able to promote the said crop to other

adaptable areas.

PHOTO: A project training and orientation on Garlic Production in General Santos City.

6. organic Vegetable Production Techno-demo - The project aims to (1)

showcase production technology and determine economic viability of organic production in the

province, (2) promote production of safe and nutritious veggies for human consumption, (3) promote

environmentally sound vegetable production technology.

The demonstration was established in the municipalities of Tantangan, Koronadal and Banga of South

Cotabato. Three different high yielding crop varieties (tomato, cauliflower & eggplant) were given to the

municipal LGUs. The organic agricultural inputs were provided by the office and a training on Organic

Vegetable Farming was facilitated by LGU-South Cotabato on December 28-29, 2012 in Koronadal City.


Table 4: Status of SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Projects, CY 2012 Table 1: Status of SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Projects, CY 2012

Target Accomp DA (85%) LGU (15%)

CURRENT PROJECTSFARM-TO-MARKET ROADS 8.42 3.61

1

Concreting of Purok 6 Taliwara - Purok 7 Daanbanwang - Purok 8 Almatak FMR

Concreting of 1.083 km road, 5 lm width and construction of 460 lm open line canal

Brgy. Upper Labay, General Santos City

Km 1.083 8,000,000 1,411,760 26 10-Aug-12 9-Mar-13 52.04% accomplishment

2

Concreting of Sitio Paopao - Upper Blagan - Datal Lago - Fataldao Bridge FMR

Concreting of 1.45508 Km road, 1 m shoulder both sides, construction of 280 lm open line canal, 8 lm 60 mm dia. RCCP crossdrain, 16.21 cu.m. headwall and wingwall

Brgy. San Jose, General Santos City

Km 1.455 9,760,000 1,722,350 28 10-Aug-12 4-Apr-13 64.05% accomplishment

3 Concreting/ upgrading of Norala - Banga FMR

Concreting of 2.111 Km road, 6.7 lm width

Brgys. Poblacion & Lopez Jaena, Norala, South Cotabato

Km 2.111 2.111 17,600,000 3,012,710 36 6-Sep-12 22-Feb-13

Substantially completed at 99.20%. Completed the 2.111 Km PCCP and 80% on the aggregate base coarse.

4 Concreting of Basak - Bululawan FMR

Concreting of 0.710 Km road and installation of 24 lm, 910mm dia. RCP cross drainage structures

Brgy. Bululawan, Lebak, Sultan Kudarat

Km 0.71 8,000,000 1,369,410 38 6-Sep-1236% accomplishment. Project is suspended due to proposed variation order.

5 Concreting of Chua - Mantisao FMR

Concreting of 0.620 Km road and installation of 32 lm, 910mm dia. RCP cross drainage, 600 lm curb and gutter (storm drain)

Brgy. Chua, Bagumbayan, Sultan Kudarat

Km 0.62 9,600,000 1,643,290 35 26-Nov-12 11-Aug-13

20% accomplishment representing the procurement process. Mobilization of equipment just started.

6

Concreting & improvement of Sufatubo - Alegado FMR, Phase 2

Concreting of 0.940 Km road PCCP, 715 lm CHB lined canal and 25 lm RCCP 910 mm

Brgy. Sufatubo, Glan, Sarangani Km 0.94 12,700,000 2,173,941 38 7-Nov-12 13-May-13 25.15% accomplishment.

7 Concreting of Carmen - Maridagao FMR

Concreting of 1.50 Km road, 6 lm width

Brgy. Kibayao, Carmen, North Cotabato

Km 1.50 1.50 17,600,000 3,700,000 35 17-Jul-12 28-Mar-13

Substantially completed at 97.49%. Completed the 1.5 Km PCCP and 80% on the aggregate base coarse.

POSTHARVEST FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT 30 15

8-22 Provision of Corn Shellers

Procurement and distribution of equipment

Sarangani-Provincewide No. 15 15 3,000,000 513,530 Nov. 2012 Jan. 2013 For turn-over to farmers in

January 2013

22-37 Provision of Corn Mills Procurement, fabrication and distribution of equipment

Sarangani-Provincewide No. 15 1,800,000 308,120 Nov. 2012 Mar. 2013 On-going fabrication

EXTENSION SUPPORT

38 Establishment of Techno-demo for Rice

Establishment of demonstration sites and conduct of trainings for proper inbred and hybrid rice seeds cultivation

SOCSKSARGEN-wide Project 1 700,000 Oct. 2012 Apr. 2013 On-going distribution of

seeds & farm inputs

39

Establishment of Techno-demo for High Value Crops & Organic Vegetables

Demonstration of appropriate and adaptable technologies for potential crops and conduct of trainings

SOCSKSARGEN-wide Project 1 300,000 Nov. 2012 Jan. 2013 On-going distribution of

seeds & farm inputs

NOTE: Computation of accomplishment for CY 2012: 20% procurement process and 80% civil works

(sets)

No. Project Name & UnitProject Description LocationProject Allocation (PhP)

Status as of December 31, 2012

Start/ Contract

Effectivity

Completion/ Contract Expiry

PhysicalNo. of Jobs

Construction Period

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Purok 7-Purok 15 Mabuhay FMR P1, GSC.

Status of Carry-Over Projects

Nine (9) FMR projects with a total length of 17.34 Kms, funded under CYs 2009-2011, were

completed in 2012, while one (1) FMR project, the rehabilitation of Lower Maculan – Upper

Maculan FMR in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, is underway. The completed road projects benefited

15,855 farmers and rural populace and served 3,185 hectares of farm areas. Road construction

also generated 371 jobs. The delayed completion of the said road projects were attributed to

bad weather conditions at the project areas, longer project duration relative to road lengths,

non-completion by the contractor on the expiry date, and late approval and release of the ADP’s

Special Budget in CY 2011. (Table 6)


PHOTOS: Top-left: Aroman-Lanoon FMR, Carmen, NC.

Top-right: Datal Bila-Datal Gomelo-Datal Batong FMR.

Bottom: Lamcade FMR, Lake Sebu, SC.

Supplemental Works

There was a savings of about PhP 5.76 million which was generated from the original projects

in 2010. The said amount was utilized for the implementation of two supplemental projects:

(1) rehabilitation and widening of Golden Plains-Purok Blel FMR in General Santos City, and (2)

rehabilitation of Datal Bila-Gomelo-Datal Batong FMR in Sarangani Province. The supplemental

works include road extension of 420 l.m. total and other structures, open-lined canal, and

guardrails. (Table 5)



Golden Plains-Purok Blel FMR


Table 5: Farm-to-Market Roads - Supplemental Works

Datal Bila-Gomelo-Datal Batong FMR

Table 6: Farm-to-Market Roads - Supplemental Works

Target Accomp DA LGU

1

Rehabilitation and widening of Golden Plains-Purok Blel FMR

Concreting of 16 lm concrete road approach, 72 lm stone masonry structure and 315 lm CHB open lined canal

Brgy. Sinawal, GSC 0.02 0.02 1,398,391 246,775 1-Dec-11 15-Mar-12 Completed on

March 15, 2012.

2

Rehabilitation/ widening of Datal Bila-Gomelo-Datal Batong FMR

Concreting of 400 lm road, installation of 240 lm guardrails and 420 lm lined canal

Brgy. Datal Bila, Malungon, SP 0.40 3,501,141 617,848 7-Dec-11 6-Mar-12 On-going

construction

0.42 0.02 4,899,532 864,623

No. Project Name Project Description LocationPhysical

Project Allocation (PhP) DA - LGU cost-sharing

(kms)

TOTAL

Implementation Period

StatusStart/ Contract

Effectivity

Completion/Contract Expiry

Table 6: Status of SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Projects (Carry-Over), CYs 2009-2011Table 5: Status of SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Projects (Carry-Over), CYs 2009-2011

Target Accomp DA LGUFARM-TO-MARKET ROADS

REHABILITATION 16.51 13.34 27,305,494 7,247,175 2,463 165 1,568CY 2009 3.03 3.03 4,627,103 1,840,000 1,150 19 250

1

Rehabilitation of Lamcade FMR with bridge component (12 lm)

Rehabilitation of 3.013 Km-road, installation of 25lm cross drainages, construction of 1 unit 12 lm flat slab bridge & RC retaining wall

Brgy. Lamcade, Lake Sebu, SC

3.03 3.03 4,627,103 1,840,000 1,150 19 250 corn 5-Apr-10 25-Dec-10 12-Aug-12

Completed on October 24, 2012. Liquidated Damages (LD) imposed to the contractor

CY 2010 13.48 10.32 22,678,391 5,407,175 1,313 146 1,318

2

Rehabilitation of Canahay-Hanoon FMR with bridge component (12 lm)

Widening & gravelling of 2.791 Km-road, construction of 1 unit flat slab bridge (12 lm), 1 unit RCBC & installation of RCP cross drainage structures

Brgy. Canahay, Surallah, SC

2.80 2.80 5,000,000 1,212,500 350 35 300 rice, corn, coconut 29-Dec-10 1-Mar-12 Completed on March 01,

2012

3

Widening and gravelling of Tinalon-Datu Wasay FMR, Phase 3

Widening & surfacing of 7.5 Km-road and installation of RCP cross drainage structures

Brgy. Datu Wasay, Sen. Ninoy Aquino, SK

7.50 7.50 9,000,000 2,182,500 563 76 563 corn, rice, coffee 29-Dec-10 25-Feb-12 Completed on Feb 22,

2012

4

Rehabilitation of Lower Maculan & Upper Maculan FMR

Widening & gravelling of 3.165 Km-road, construction of 1 unit flat slab bridge, 2 units RCBC, slope protection & installation of RCP cross drainage structures

Brgys Lower & Upper Maculan, Lake Sebu, SC

3.17 7,280,000 1,765,400 400 35 455 rice, corn, pineapple, coconut

29-Dec-10 25-Aug-11

Accomplished 84%. Project was terminated due to non-completion on the expiry date. Administration works for the project to be undertaken.

5

Rehabilitation and widening of Golden Plains-Purok Blel FMR - Supplemental Works

Concreting of 16 lm concrete road approach, 72 lm stone masonry structure and 315 lm CHB open lined canal

Brgy. Sinawal, GSC 0.02 0.02 1,398,391 246,775 1-Dec-11 15-Mar-12

Completed on March 15, 2012. project fund was derived from the savings on the original program.

6

Rehabilitation/ widening of Datal Bila-Gomelo-Datal Batong FMR - Supplemental Works

Concreting of 400 lm road, installation of 240 lm guardrails and 420 lm lined canal

Brgy. Datal Bila, Malungon, SP

0.40 3,501,141 617,848 7-Dec-11 6-Mar-12

Project is on-gping. Budget was derived from the savings on the original program.

Implementation PeriodStatus as of

December 31, 2012Start/

Contract Effectivity


Revised Contract

Expiry

No. Project Name Project Description LocationPhysical

(kms)

Target Benefi- ciaries

No. of

Jobs

Influence Area (has.) Commo-dities

Project Allocation (PhP)

DA - LGU cost-sharing

Target Accomp DA LGU

Implementation PeriodStatus as of

December 31, 2012Start/

Contract Effectivity


Revised Contract

Expiry

No. Project Name Project Description LocationPhysical Target

Benefi- ciaries

No. of

Jobs

Influence Area (has.) Commo-dities

Project Allocation (PhP)

DA - LGU cost-sharing

CONCRETING 4.01 4.01 30,324,970 7,498,805 13,792 241 2,072CY 2011 4.01 4.01 30,324,970 7,498,805 13,792 241 2,072

7

Concreting of Purok 7 - Purok 15 Mabuhay FMR, Phase 1

Concreting of 0.580 km road, 0.20m thick and 5m width, and construction of 7 lm RCCP cross drainage structure and wingwall structures

Brgy. Mabuhay, GSC

0.58 0.58 3,000,000 800,000 1,280 39 315

corn, mango, papaya, coconut, bamboo & Gmelina

14-Oct-11 17-Feb-12 9-Jun-12 Completed on June 3, 2012

8 Concreting of Datal Bila FMR, Phase 1

Concreting of 0.528 km road, 0.20m thick and 5m width

Brgy. Conel, GSC 0.53 0.53 3,000,000 800,000 630 33 249

corn, mango, banana, coconut

19-Dec-11 17-Mar-12 14-Apr-12 Completed on June 15, 2012

9

Concreting/ improvement of Simbo-Lambangan FMR

Rehabilitation, widening and installation of 18 lm cross drainage structures, installation of 374 lm stone masonry lined canal, and concreting of 0.80 Km road, 5 x .20m thick)

Brgy. Simbo, Tupi, SC 0.80 0.80 6,000,000 1,455,000 4,465 41 903

rice, corn, banana, cassava, durian, fruit trees & sweet potato

29-Dec-11 26-Mar-12 4-Dec-12

Substantially completed at 99.20%; 0.80 Km-road already concreted. Under LD.

10Concreting of Tinaungan - Romualdez FMR

Concreting of 0.80 km road, 5m pavement width, 0.20m thick with 1 m shouldering both sides

Brgy. Tinaungan, Pres. Quirino, SK

0.80 0.80 6,000,000 1,455,000 4,150 54 58

coconut, banana, corn, palm oil, mango, sugarcane

1-Dec-11 3-Apr-12 30-May-12 Completed on May 30, 2012

11Concreting of Sufatubo - Alegado FMR, Phase 1

Concreting of 0.60 km road, 5m pavement width, 0.20m thick and installation of 507 lm guardrails and 498 lm line canal

Brgy. Sufatubo, Glan, SP

0.60 0.60 6,000,000 1,455,000 977 35 310 corn, abaca, coconut, rubber 29-Dec-11 6-Apr-12 19-Aug-12

Completed on October 10, 2012. LD was imposed to the contractor.

12Concreting of Aroman - Lanoon FMR

Concreting of 0.70 km road, 5m pavement width, 0.20m thick, and 1 meter shouldering both sides

Brgy. Aroman, Carmen, NC 0.70 0.70 6,324,970 1,533,805 2,290 39 237

rice, corn, banana, rubber coconut

24-Nov-11 9-Mar-12 Completed on February 10, 2012

20.52 17.35 57,630,464 14,745,980 16,255 406 3,640TOTAL REHABILITATION & CONCRETING PROJECTS

Cumulative Accomplishments, 2003-2012

For the period 2003-2012, a total of 145 out of 168 funded projects were implemented/completed.

There 23 projects comprised of 15 mini corn mills, 6 road projects, and 2 sets of techno-demo

activities are well under way. The mini corn mills which are currently being manufactured by the

supplier are due for turn-over to farmers by 1st quarter of 2013, while the remaining roads and

techno-demo projects will be completed within the 1st semester of 2013.

Table 7: Summary of Accomplishments per Major Final Output (MFO), 2003-2012Table 6: Summary of Accomplishments per Major Final Output (MFO), 2003-2012As of December 31, 2012

Funded Completed % AccomplishmentMFO 1: Agriculture and fisheries support services delivered

1.1 Production Support Services (number) 15 15 100Laboratory building and facilities, nursery plots, rooting chambers, overhead tanks, water system, etc.)

1.2 Market Development Services (number) 2 2 100Trading posts

1.3 Irrigation Development Services (number) 34 34 100NIS/RIS/SSIS Rehabilitation

1.5 Other Infra and Postharvest Development Services Farm-to-Market Roads and Bridges (number) 71 65 92

- Total road length in kilometers 213.893 215.576rehabilitation 186.236 188.697opening 15.230 19.260concreting 12.427 7.619

- Total bridge length in lineal meters 85 85

Other Infrastructure and Postharvest Facilities & Equipment (number) 42 27 641.6 Extension Support, Extension and Training Services (project/set) 3 1 33

Sustainable Technology to Accelerate Rice Sufficiency Project &Techo-demonstration on grains and high value crops production

MFO 2: Regulations developed, implemented, monitored and enforcedRegulatory-related Project 1 1 100

Sarangani Bay Zonification: Census of Coastal Barangay Occupants and Biophysical Coastal Resource Profile Updating and Database Management Syste

TOTAL 168 145 86%

Major Final Output/Performance IndicatorProject Status



Education

Proposed Projects for CYs 2013-2016

On February 2-3, 2012, a multi-sector consultation/meeting was facilitated for the revalidation/

updating of projects proposed for funding under the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program

for CYs 2013-2016. It was participated by the Planning, Engineering and Agricultural Officers

of the Local Government Units, concerned National Government Agencies in Region 12, and

representatives from the Non Government Organizations and Private Sector. The revalidation/

updating activity was to ensure that proposed projects under FSP for the next 4 years are

outstanding priorities of the LGUs and not yet funded, and are included in their Medium Term

Public Investment Plan (MTPIP).

The proposed projects, comprised mainly of agri-infrastructure and equipments, are estimated

to cost PhP 890.765 millions. The Other Infra and Postharvest Development Services (e.g. farm-

to-market roads, and machineries and equipment) account to 95%, while Production Support,

Market Development and Extension Support Services (e.g. nursery facilities, trading post and

techno-demo activities) share in the remaining 5%.

Table 8: Proposed SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Projects, CYs 2013-2016Table 7: Proposed SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Projects, CYs 2013-2016

DA LGU DA LGU DA LGU DA LGU DA LGU DA LGUProduction Support Services 7,500 1,324 7,500 1,324

Market Development Services 15,600 2,753 15,000 2,647 30,600 5,400 Other Infrastructure and Posthavest Development Services 128,000 20,824 143,200 25,271 176,300 31,112 130,700 23,065 139,800 24,671 718,000 124,941

- Farm-to-Market Roads 118,000 20,824 125,100 22,076 160,300 28,288 127,700 22,535 125,800 22,200 656,900 115,924

- Other Infra and Postharvest Facilities & Equipment 10,000 18,100 3,194 16,000 2,824 3,000 529 14,000 2,471 61,100 9,018

Extension Support, Education & Training Services 3,000

- Techno-demoGRAND TOTAL 151,100 24,900 143,200 25,271 191,300 33,759 130,700 23,065 139,800 24,671 759,100 131,665 Note: Cost-sharing arrangement for agri-infrastructure/facilities projects: DA (85% ) and LGU (15%) as per approved Food Security Program Implementation Mechanism

Project Components

Estimated Project Cost (P'000)

GENERAL SANTOS CITY

SOUTH COTABATO SULTAN KUDARAT SARANGANI NORTH COTABATO SOCSKSARGEN



Processing of CY 2013 Project Requirements

For 2013, DA approved another PhP 110.968 M for the implementation of the following food security projects: concreting of 4 farm-to-market road sections with a target total length of 6.98 Kms, establishment of 1-Km tramline, construction of trading post, muscovado sugar mill, upgrading of soils laboratory and improvement of agri-training center and establishment/conduct of techno-demo for grains and high value crops and vegetables (Phase 2). During the 4th quarter of 2012, the office facilitated the requirements for the implementation of these projects. The project plans and program of works were reviewed by the SOCSKSARGEN Technical Team and the 15 % counterpart funds of the Local Government Units (LGUs) were ensured under the respective LGUs Annual Investment Program.

Sufatubo-Alegado FMR Ph3, Glan, Sarangani Province


ImplementationofIntensifiedWhiteCornProduction Project

The Food Staple Self Sufficiency Project (FSSSP) for Open-Pollinated Variety (OPV) White Corn Production

is one of the priority projects of DA, implemented thru DA RFU XII and co-facilitated by ADP-PMU.

A PhP 20 million budget was approved by the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board in 2011 for this project which is

thought as one viable solution to offset the negative impact of rice inadequacy and sustain the require-

ment of white corn eating populace to help address food hunger in the country.

The infrastructure component of the project is facilitated by DA RFU XII, while the conduct of technology

demonstration for corn production is in partnership with the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office . The follow-

ing were accomplished during the year:

1. Production support

a. distribution of oPV Foundation White corn seeds to identified project beneficiaries

Areano. of Farmer- beneficiaries

hectares Covered

south Cotabato 60 65north Cotabato 72 82sultan Kudarat 55 55 sarangani 61 61

general santos City

37 37

Total 285 300

Table 10: Number of Farmer-beneficiaries and areas covered


Distribution of 300 bags of OPV white corn foundation seeds to 283 farmers covering

300 hectares of rice lands was undertaken from July to August 2012.See table below for

the seeds distribution:



Likewise, the establishment of seed banks in South Cotabato and Sarangani is already

on-going. The projects started after the budget was transferred to the LGUs in

October 2012.

b. Provision of organic Fertilizers - 3,300 bags of Vermi Cast and 1,500 packs of Bio-N

c. establishment of Biological control laboratory - Construction and improvement of building in General Santos City and South Cotabato - Provision of laboratory supplies and equipment in Sultan Kudarat and North Cotabato

The preparation of Program of Works for the construction of Bio-Control Laboratory in General Santos City and South Cotabato is on-going after the total budget of PhP 4.2 million was turned-over to the recipients in September, while the laboratory equipment for DA-RCPC 12 worth PhP 0.5 million is under procurement process as of year-end.

2. Postharvest development services - Provision of farm mechanization and tractor pool, corn mill, corn sheller, corn cob dryer, seed

bank

Two out of 4 units farm tractors were provided and turned-over to cooperatives. Funding for the said equipment was thru a 50:50 counterparting scheme. The remaining 2 farm tractors have yet to be dis-tributed after the evaluation of project documents. Also, 10 units corn mill and 10 units corn shellers were turned-over to 17 farmer-organizations during the period.

3. extension, Training and Advocacy services The LGUs have already selected 10 sites for techno-demo purposes.

PHOTOS: Crop Status monitoring in Banga, South Cotabato



FROM FARM TO MARKETBy: Lyman Dalipe

In 2012, the SOCSKSARGEN ADPO, in coordination with the Local

Government Units of SOCSKSARGEN conducted a Project Terminal

Evaluation on 15 completed farm-to-market road projects funded

from 2005 to 2006 with a total cost of PhP 57.2M. The activity aims to

evaluate the significant developments brought by the projects to the

recipient – communities, and monitor the present physical conditions

of the said roads. The evaluation activity includes actual interviews

with the direct beneficiaries and Irrigators Association officers (10

individuals) at the project sites. See stories on pages 33-38.

As per evaluation, the roads provide reduction in travel time of about

30%-60%, while transportation cost was noted to have reduced by

15%-60% within the project influence areas. The habal-habal (a.k.a

skylab), was the most common means of transportation especially

on areas with steep terrains. The improved manner of transportation

which resulted to accessibility to agricultural inputs and technologies

have helped increased the area’s production as more people were

encouraged to produce more than what was regularly practiced. Good

roads paved the way for better crop growth, encouraged usage of idle

lands, and stimulated interaction of farmers with some traders and

investors. With these, agri-production has increased by an average of

40%, leading to good profit and income of farmers

SUCCESS StORiES


opening of lutayan-President Quirino Phase 1 FMRBrgy. Sampao, Lutayan, South Cotabato

Project Cost: PhP 7.15 M

Rice and aqua farming thrive as the main livelihood of the people in the remote area of Lutayan, Sultan Kudarat. The water supply for almost 80 hectares of rice production and fresh tilapia production in the area is provided by the famous Lake Buluan. However, taking these products to market is a struggle to farmers and fishers. Rough and damage roads, especially during rainy days, took Mr. Lumanda Mabinay, 48 years old, a farmer and fisherman, 4 hours to transport his produce to the nearest markets in the Municipality of Tantangan and City of Koronadal, using his carabao-driven pullcart.

The opening of Lutayan-President Quirino Phase 1 FMR, a 3-kilometer road, brought relief to both farmers and residents. Motorcycles (locally known as habal-habal), tricycles, hauling jeepneys and trucks are now used to take products to the market centers in less than an hour. The local farmers can now actively engage with their contact buyers resulting to stable income. Moreover, rice production had almost doubled with an estimated 60% increase in yield due to accessibility of farm inputs and technologies.

PHOTOS: TOP-Before implementation (2006); LEFT-After implementation (2008); RIGHT-Post evaluation (2012).

Rehabilitation of Paraiso-Daig-Tacol FMRBrgy. Daig, Tulunan, North Cotabato


The Paraiso-Daic-Tacol road is an important passageway for the villagers of Brgys. Paraiso and Daig

in Tulunan, North Cotabato and Brgy. Tacul in Magsaysay, Davao Del Sur to haul their products to the

Magsaysay town market.

After road rehabilitation in 2007, travel time to the market decreased by 40%. Investors came to open

business such as contract growing for banana and rubber production which resulted to the employment

of farm workers. Furthermore, with the intervention of the Department of Agriculture (DA) – Mindanao

Rural Development Program (MRDP), steep portions of the road were concreted to make transportation for

hauling trucks and passenger vehicles more efficient.


PHOTOS: LEFT-After implementation (2007); RIGHT-Present (MRDP concreting project on slope areas; BOTTOM-Post evaluation (2012).

SUCCESS STORIES - FROM FARM TO MARKET


Rehabilitation of lamlangil-Tahakayo FMRBrgy. Lamlangil, Maasim, Sarangani


Brgy. Lamlangil is a wide corn area in the municipality of Maasim, Sarangani Province. Rural as it is, hauling

of products through rough and damaged roads was not new to the farmers in the area. It takes 2 to 3 hours

for farmers in Brgy. Lamlangil to haul their products to the town market using only carabao and horse

driven carts.

In 2007, the rehabilitation of Lamlangil-Tahakayo FMR (7.84-Km road) eased the transport of goods which

resulted to increased cultivated areas as more farmers have planted perishable or cash crops like carrots,

tomatoes and eggplants without hesitation as hauling jeepneys and trucks are already available to take

their products to the market in less than an hour. Passenger motorcycles are now visible and serve as

regular means of transportation in the area. During harvest season, most farmers just trade with their

contact buyers as this became popular and an efficient way to market products. Moreover, with the road

improvement, DOLE Philippines came in and opened pineapple contract-growing opportunity for the local

farmers.

PHOTOS: TOP-Post evaluation (2012); LEFT-Before implementation (2006); RIGHT-After implementation (2008).

Rehabilitation of Pangao-an- Palo 6- Salab-Don Panaca FMRBrgy. Pangao-an, Magpet, North Cotabato

Project Cost: PhP2.0 M

The Barangay Captain of Pangao-an, Hermana Talotalo, recounted the persistent clamor of her people having

a hard time getting in and out of the community as they pass by the muddy and damaged access road during

rainy seasons.“It would take them almost two hours to reach the nearest local market due to the slippery and

muddy road. You can see farm products ready for market but were left wasted along the road due to lack of

passenger and hauling vehicles plying these difficult routes, said the Barangay Captain”.

But in 2006 the rehabilitation of Pangao-an- Palo 6- Salab- Don Panaca FMR, a 1.7-Km road, brought positive

changes to the community. With an improved access road, the area’s economic condition also transformed

gradually. The production areas doubled which was why the barangay was tagged as one of the biggest producer

of banana, coffee, tiger grass and different kinds of fruits and vegetables. Production volume dramatically

increased by 40%, while travel time decreased by as much as 50%.

Seeing the fast agri-development in the area, the Local Government Unit of Magpet through its Rural

Development Program, with the assistance of the Provincial Government of North Cotabato, recently concreted

the road (3-meter wide), to make the transportation of agricultural products easier.


PHOTOS: LEFT-After implementation (2007); RIGHT-Present (LGU concreting intervention on slope areas; BOTTOM-Post evaluation (2012).

SUCCESS STORIES - FROM FARM TO MARKET


Rehabilitation of Duengas CisRehabilitation of diversion and canal structures and 16.85 lm concrete canal lining

Brgy. Duengas, Surallah, South Cotabato


Brgy. Duengas’ Malay Irrigators Association (IA) President Mr. Roberto Labinghasa, 67, said that for 40 years in farming he

had witnessed the improvement on rice productivity in their area. “Many of our farmers have shifted to planting corn and

banana due to lack of irrigation water flowing from the creek to each ricefield. We heavily rely on rain for better yield. But

through this road rehabilitation, we now have access to irrigation water and enabled to increase our production”, Roberto

recalled.

The rehabilitation of Duengas CIS irrigation structures raised the agricultural productivity in Barangay Duengas as rice

farms were expanded by the sufficiency of water supply. About 15 hectares of farm lands in this lowly Barangay were

converted to rice areas providing a huge contribution to its rice sufficiency. Several local farmers now are also into crop

diversification as irrigation supply allows them to plant different kinds of cash crops.

Mindful of the importance of the extended project, the IA is allotting half of their irrigation fee collections for the

maintenance of their irrigation facilities. IA officers and its members also hold regular meetings to immediately address

issues and concerns related to the operation and maintenance of these facilities.

PHOTOS: TOP-Post evaluation (2012); LEFT-During implementation (2006); RIGHT-After implementation (2007).


Construction of Paradise BridgeConstruction of 35 l.m. bridge with 300 l.m. approach

Brgy. Upper Labay, General Santos City


Barangay Upper Labay Captain Azucena Baton affirmed that the 35 linear meter bridge project made their life easier.

A farmer herself, who tends corn lands in the area, said bringing their harvest to the market before was extremely

difficult job. Aside from dealing with high transportation cost, the road sometimes would be impassable, especially

during rainy seasons. It was even more challenging for students who go to school when the river overflows. The

residents were forced to take an alternative but much longer route in going in

and out of the barangay.

When the bridge was constructed in 2007, travel beacame easier. Barangay

Captain Baton said that agri-development came in as farmers were provided

better access to agricultural inputs and marketing of their produce. Heavy

rains were not a problem at all. The bridge has impacted the lives of many

farmers in the area as it helped increased production, opened new farm

areas and encouraged crop diversification. Today, Brgy. Upper Labay is one of

the biggest producers of corn, copra, banana, peanut and ginger in General

Santos City.

Interview with Brgy. Captain Azucena.

PHOTOS: TOP-Post evaluation (2012); LEFT-During implementation (2007); RIGHT-After implementation (2008).


Active Role of SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board/EXECOM

The SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board and Executive Committee (EXECOM) is committed to fast-track various

development initiatives for SOCSKSARGEN growth area. In 2012, two meetings were conducted by the

Project Board and its EXECOM on June 18 and November 20, respectively. Discussions were focused on

the progress on the implementation of theDA funded - Food Security Program and proposed budget for

the following year, General Santos City airport development and other major ports, LGU proposed road

networks for prioritization by DPWH, Geo-tagging of projects, Updating of the Strategic Agri-fishery

Development Zone (SAFDZ) map, and other concerns. The Board has since aimed to maximize the agri-

potential of the area and boost the local economy through construction, upgrading and modernizing

infrastructure and agri-support support facilities and technology among others.

Eight (8) resolutions were passed by these bodies, to wit:

1) Creation of the General Santos City (GSC) Airport Development Task Force

2) Requesting PPA to facilitate conduct of feasibility study in view of the Makar Port privatization

3) Endorsement of the FY 2013 ADP budget

4) Endorsement of FY 2014 ADP budget

5) Approval of the procurement of ADP-PMU vehicle by DA and DBM

6) Request funding for the construction of DA RFU XII office building

7) Adoption of geo-tagging technology in the SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program implementation

8) Requesting NIA for the creation of GSC/Sarangani –Irrigation management Office

OthER DEvElOpmENt iNitiAtivES COORDiNAtED

2nd Board Meeting at Tierra Montana, General Santos City

Below are updates on the major projects/activities coordinated by the ADP-PMU as pursued by

the Board/EXECOM in 2012:

� Gsc AirPorT

A Task Force for GSC Airport Development was created by the Board EXECOM as per resolution

no. 01, series of 2012. During the year, the GSC Airport Task Force actively convened and

planned for the GSC airport improvement, including the proposed “GSC Aerotropolis

Development Masterplan” in which a budget of PhP 12 million was approved by the DOTC.

The Consultancy Services for the preparation of the master plan (MP) is now on-going. The

study is targeted to be completed in April 2013.

� mAkAr PorT

The Board EXECOM through resolution no. 02, series of 2012 requested Philippine Ports

Authority (PPA) to conduct the study on the improvement and the proposed privatization

of the Makar Wharf in General Santos City. In its reply, the PPA committed to undertake the

study once Davao and Zamboanga ports privatization are completed.


Makar Wharf, General Santos City

DEvElOpmENt Of mAjOR iNfRAStRUCtURE AND fACilitiES


� GlAn PorT

The construction of RoRo ramp, RC landing, and maneuvering area were completed in

November 2012. Widening of rock causeway, construction of security perimeter fence, main

gate & guard house and passenger terminal building are among being considered by PPA

for future funding.

� ProPosed roAd neTWorks

The following priority road networks by the LGUs were presented to DPWH for funding for

its completion or for conduct of feasibility study: 1) GSC Circumferential Road, 2)Surallah

– Lake Sebu – Maitum Road, 3) Isulan – Bagumbayan – Sen. Ninoy Aquino – Kalamansig

Road, 4)Rehab of Malapag-Tinimbacan Road with bridge component (Maridagao Bridge) in

North Cotabato, 5)Construction of Banga-T’boli-Tupi-Polomolok road in South Cotabato, 6)

Construction of Banga-T’boli-Tupi-Polomolok road in South Cotabato, 7)Rehabilitation of

Banga-Norala-Isulan road, and 8) Rehabilitation of Tulunan-Tampakan (Palo 19)-Columbio

road, Provinces of Cotabato, South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat.

The DPWH recommended for the full-blown feasibility study of the proposed road projects.

It will also facilitate a seminar on the preparation of Road and Bridge Feasibility Study to

capacitate key LGU personnel which will be scheduled on the 1st quarter of 2013.

Glan Port, Glan, Sarangani Province

PREPARAtiON Of PRE-fEASiBility StUDy fOR thE iNtEGRAtED ECONOMiC DEvElOPMENt PROjECt fOR REGiONAl tRANSPORt AND tRADE

The Cities Development Initiatives in Asia (CDIA) approved the application of LGU-GSC for technical assistance particularly the conduct of Pre-Feasibility Study on the Integrated Economic Development Project for Regional Transport and Trade. The study commenced in November 2012 and an inception report on the project was already prepared and submitted by CDIA to LGU-GSC for comment in December 2012.

The office actively participated to this undertaking as member of the Project Steering Committee and the Technical Working Group.

UPDAtiNG Of thE StRAtEGiC AGRi-fiShERy DEvElOPMENt ZONES (SAfDZ) MAP

The Region 12 LGUs requested for DA - BSWM technical assistance in updating the local SAFDZ and its integration into the Local Land Use Plan. Series of consultative and Technical Working Group meetings were then facilitated by this office to brief the concerned LGUs regarding this concern and to collect relevant data and other references for map updating. A workshop with the key informants from LGUs, BSWM, DENR, DAR and DA RFU XII will be conducted in 2013.


SAFDZ meeting at Tacurong City - Nov. 28, 2012

SAFDZ meeting at General Santos City - Aug. 14, 2012

SAFDZ meeting at Kidapawan City - Nov. 9, 2012


l The office actively participated in the various meetings of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) and Technical working Groups to discuss and resolve issues, and approve Special Use Agreement within Protected Area (SAPA) application and other interventions within Mt. Matutum Protected Landscape (MMPL), Allah Valley Protected Landscape (AVPL), Sarangani Protected Seascape (SBPS).

l The ADP Office supported some joint government and private sector initiatives such as the conduct of National Tuna Congress, National Corn Congress and the Regional Livestock and Poultry Congress during the year. In particular, the Office headed the Souvenir Program Committee which was tasked to prepare Souvenir Book and other promotional materials for the said occasions.

CONtiNUED tEChNiCAl SUPPORt tO ENviRONMENt

MANAGEMENt UNDERtAKiNGS AND

PRivAtE–lED iNitiAtivES

1st Regional Livestock & Poultry Congress - June 6, 2012

14th National Tuna Congress - Sept. 7, 2012


Planning, consultation, and Technical meetings

37 Public/multi-sector consultative & Technical Team meetings were conducted

l The EXECOM and ADP Board were convened on June 18, 2012 and November 20, 2012, respectively, for the updating of Food Security Program and discussion of other development cocnerns in the region. The meetings were presided by Secretary Proceso J. Alcala and Governor Emmylou Taliño-Mendoza, respectively. In attendance were the members of the ADP Board comprised of the LCEs, Regional Directors and Managers of NGAs, and Representatives from NGO and Private Sector in SOCSKSARGEN.

l Consultation-meeting with the select Civil Society Organizations (CSO), particularly those inclined to agriculture or socio-economic sector, for the preparation/finalization of the CY 2013 SOCSKSARGEN Food Security Program on March 21, 2012.

SOCSKSARGEN ADP Board Meeting, Koronadal City

pROGRAm mANAGEmENt iN ACtiON


SOCSKSARGEN multi sector planning workshop.

SOCSKSARGEN Technical Team Meeting - Feb. 29, 2012.

l The SOCSKSARGEN Technical Team comprised of key LGU personnel and ADP-PMU focal persons conducted a monthly meeting to discuss the status of program implementation as well as to review the proposals, program of works and plans of proposed projects.

l A Multi-Sector Planning – Workshop conducted on February 2-3, 2012 in General Santos City aimed to update the proposed priority food security projects to be funded and implemented in 2013 to 2016.


l Coordination and meetings with partner Local Government Units, Department of Agrriculture - Regional Field Unit XII, and Bureau of Soils and Water Management were facilitated during the 3rd and 4th quarter of 2012 to plan for the activities relative to SAFDZ Map Updating in 2013.

l Hosted the Locally Funded Projects (LFP) Year-end Assessment on February 21-23, 2012 in General Santos City which was participated by 9 LFPs nationwide, spearheaded by the Special Projects Coordination Management and Assistance Division (SPCMAD) fo the Department of Agriculture.

SAFDZ Meeting, GSC - Nov. 7, 2012

LFP Meetin, GSC. - February 21, 2012


l Facilitated Consultative/Task Force meetings on General Santos City Aerotropolis Development Masterplan

Discussion on the proposed road networks with the TWG head, Engr. Carmelo Tizon of DPWH-Manila, during one of the SOCSKSARGEN TWG meetings in General Santos City.

l Facilitated the Technical Working Group (TWG) meetings on the development of proposed road networks in SOCSKSARGEN. The TWG is headed by Engr. Carmelo Tizon of DPWH – Manila and members include focal persons from LGU - Planning Offices, DPWH RXII, NEDA RXII, and ADPO-PMU.

GSC Airport Task Force Meeting, GSC.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT IN AC TION


Monitoring and Evaluation

l The Technical Team and Project Monitoring Team conducted scheduled project monitoring

of on-going infrastructure projects and joint final inspection of completed projects. A total of

75 SOCSKSARGEN Project Monitoring & Joint Final inspection for 20 infra projects was done

throughout the year.

l The PMU staff conducted verification/field visits for 24 potential beneficiaries/farmer-

associations of corn shellers and corn mills in Sarangani Province. Twenty-three (23) qualified

farmer-organizations were selected as recipients of the 30 units postharvest facilities.

l An in-house evaluation activity (28 field visits) was conducted during the 3rd and 4th quarters

of 2012 for completed farm-to-market roads and irrigation projects funded in 2005 to 2006.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT IN AC TION

PHOTOS: Left: A kid drying corn grains, photo taken during verification conducted for potential beneficiaries of con shellers & corn mills at Sarangani Province.________________________

Top-right: Project Monitoring Team conducted occular inspection at Purok 7 - Purok 15 Mabuhay FMR.________________________

Bottom-right: Interview with a farmer-beneficiary during an Impact Evaluation on FSP Farm-to-M arket Roads. ( TLutayan-President Quirino Phase 1 FMR).


Coordination and other Meetings and Workshops Attended/Participated

l Regular meetings of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) and Technical Working Group

(TWG), of which the office is a member, for various interventions and concerns within Mt. Matutum

Protected Landscape (MMPL), Allah Valley Protected Landscape (AVPL), Sarangani Protected

Seascape (SBPS).

l Participated to other environement-related meetings and Climate Change Forum

l Assisted the Private Sector in the preparation of Souvenir Books for the Regional Livestock and

Poultry Congress and National Tuna Congress and held last June 6-7, 2012 and September 6-7,

2012, respectively, in General Santos City.

Management information Activities

l Continuous updating of the SOCSKSARGEN database (agri-production, economic and utilities data)

and the agency website.

l Staffs under the Management Information System (MIS) attended geo-tagging seminar and geo-

tagging hands-on training last September and October of 2012, in preparation for the geo-tagginG

OF socsksargen fOOD SECURITY POJECTS.

Training Workshop on Applied Geotagging, Bohol


fiNANCiAl REpORtThe issuance of Executive Order No. 16 dated December 21, 2010 by His Excellency President Benigno S. Aquino III extended the term of SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office until December 31, 2016. A six-year development plan in support to agriculture was crafted by this office in partnership with the concerned local and national government agencies. The private and civil organizations were also represented in the preparation.

The annual budget proposals of this office are based on the six-year plan which is revisited periodically to update the priorities and programs of the Local Government Units comprising the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project. The Project Office submits a Work and Financial Program to the Department of Budget and Management through the Department of Agriculture duly endorsed by the Regional Development Council.

The operational requirement of the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office is then appropriated annually under the budget of the Department of Agriculture. This covers funds for various infrastructure projects and agricultural support in the area, and for office operation.

The following graph shows the annual appropriation from CY 2003 to CY 2012 by class of expenditure:

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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012Capital Outlay 27,297 43,045 59,462 59,350 62,454 67,471 62,257 61,430 30,625 90,356Maintenance & Other Operating Expenses 4,107 7,221 11,767 13,328 5,871 0 5,214 5,214 6,200 7,437Personal Services 7,965 8,608 8,649 8,661 8,541 9,395 9,395 9,395 13,175 13,175

Annual Appropriation FYs 2003 to 2012 (in thousand pesos)

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Annual Appropriation - FYs 2003 to 2012


In the last ten years of operation, the infrastructure projects and other agricultural support

shared an average of 79.51% of the total appropriation while program management was at

20.49%, The allocation for program management includes the coordinative and monitoring

activities of the project office and technical support extended to the Local Government Units.

The SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office has implemented a total of PhP567.65

million worth of infrastructure projects and other agricultural support from CY 2003 to CY

2012. These projects were distributed in 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

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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012Infra Projects & Other Agri Support 27,297 46,045 66,543 64,639 62,454 67,471 62,257 61,230 30,325 89,060Program Management 12,072 12,829 13,335 16,700 14,412 9,395 14,609 14,809 19,675 21,908

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

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Fund Distribution: Infra Projects & Program Management


In CY 2012, the total allotment released to the SOCSKSARGEN Area Development Project Office

amounted to PhP110.968 million, distributed by class of expenditures as follows:

Distribution of funds by component area is shown below.

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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012GEN. SANTOS CITY 4,954 8,698 9,685 9,227 10,928 13,128 12,500 12,110 6,000 17,960SARANGANI 4,954 8,700 11,284 13,700 11,054 13,165 13,500 12,280 6,000 17,700SULTAN KUDARAT 7,464 10,293 12,961 12,002 11,200 13,163 11,000 12,280 6,000 17,800COTABATO 1,415 8,997 11,517 14,215 15,872 14,850 12,300 12,280 6,325 17,800SO. COTABATO 8,510 9,357 12,918 14,197 13,200 13,165 12,957 12,280 6,000 17,800

Distribution of Funds by Component Area (in thousand pesos)

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Personal Services, PhP13.175M,

11.87%

Maintenance & Other Operating

Expenses, PhP7.437M

6.70%

Capital Outlay, PhP90.356M,

81.43%

CY 2012 Allocation

Distribution of Funds by Component Area

CY 2012 Allocation

FINANCIAL REPORT


As of December 31, 2012, total obligations amounted to PhP109 million representing 98.23% of

the total budget.

Below is a graph showing the Status of Funds as of December 31, 2012.

The total Notice of Cash Allocation (NCA) received by the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office in CY 2012

amounted to PhP57.32 million. However, NCA utilization amounted to PhP62.57 million which

is 109.16% of the total NCA received. This means that the SOCSKSARGEN ADP Office has utilized

the unused NCA received and allocated to other Locally-Funded Projects which are also under the

administration of the Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office XI in Davao City.

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PersonalServices

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Expenses

Capital Outlay

FY 2012 Allocation 13,175 7,437 90,356Obligation 13,175 7,437 88,389Unobligated Balances - - 1,967

Status of Funds as of December 31, 2012 (in thousand pesos)

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Status of Funds as of December 31, 2012

FINANCIAL REPORT


socsksArGen Area development Project Project mangement unit

2/F PBCom Bldg., Santiago Blvd., General Santos CityTel. Nos. (083) 552-5150/ 552-4828 ; Fax No. (083) 552-5273

Emai: [email protected]

Documents

SOCSKSARGEN ADP AR2012