Cultivation, Production, Promotion of Native Cereals and Agro-forestry Crops (MINDANAO)
The project aims to retrieve, conserve and propagate traditional rice varieties and agro-forestry tree species through: establishment of nurseries using endemic tree species and herbal gardens; collection, distribution and propagation of native rice and other cereals; and production of plant-based (organic) pesticides.
Assistance to tribal communities for the retrieval, conservation, and production of traditional rice varieties and agro-forestry tree species.
Assistance to tribal communities for the retrieval, conservation, and production of traditional rice varieties and agro-forestry tree species.
Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Kamandiman New Corella, Inc.
Country:
Philippines
Area Of Work:
Biodiversity
Grant Amount:
US$ 25,859.00
Co-Financing Cash:
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 12,419.80
Project Number:
OP-10.98-M
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
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Project Characteristics and Results
Gender Focus
Although not explicitly stated in the design of the project, women participated actively in the establishment of herbal gardens, which enhanced their role as healers and nurturers.
Notable Community Participation
Community residents identified and designed the project. During actual project implementation, they actively participated in propagating native rice varieties, establishing communal herbal gardens, setting up communal nurseries, and outplanting of seedlings.
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SGP Country office contact
Mr. Errol Gatumbato
Phone:
+63 9451331686
Email:
Ms. Leajim Villanueva
Email:
Address
Foundation for the Philippine Environment,
No 77 Matahimik Street, Teachers' Village, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Zip Code 1101.
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