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PRDP Mindanao The official page of the Department of Agriculture Philippine Rural Development Project Mindanao.

The Philippine Rural Development Project or PRDP is a national government platform for inclusive, value-chain oriented, and climate resilient agriculture and fisheries sector. PRDP is implemented by the Department of Agriculture with funding assistance from the World Bank, national government, and local government units. The project has four Program Support Offices (PSOs) across the country including PRDP Mindanao PSO.

PSO Mindanao Orients LGUs on World Bank Procurement Regulations| The Department of Agriculture–Philippine Rural Developm...
09/10/2026

PSO Mindanao Orients LGUs on World Bank Procurement Regulations|
The Department of Agriculture–Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao Procurement Unit conducted a training for local government units (LGUs) on the World Bank’s procurement regulations to help ensure the efficient procurement and timely implementation of subprojects.

The activity oriented the participating LGUs on the procurement regulations for works and goods, including the roles and responsibilities of LGUs throughout the procurement process. It also provided a venue to discuss and familiarize participants with procurement templates through workshops and share experiences in implementing procurement activities under Republic Act No. 9184 and the World Bank’s procurement regulations.

“Procurement is a critical part of project implementation because it ensures that public funds are used responsibly and that projects are delivered in accordance with the required standards and regulations. Through these trainings, PRDP ensures that our LGUs understand the rules, procedures, and their respective responsibilities, enabling them to carry out procurement efficiently, transparently, and in compliance with World Bank requirements,” said Deputy Project Director Carlene C. Collado, CPA, on behalf of Project Director Macario D. Gonzaga.

The participating LGUs were the Provincial Local Government Units (PLGUs) of Cotabato and Zamboanga del Norte, both of which had recently received their respective No Objection Letters (NOLs), allowing them to proceed with the next steps in their subproject implementation.

Procurement is a critical stage in implementing PRDP Scale-Up subprojects, as delays or noncompliance with applicable requirements can affect project timelines. Through the training, PSO Mindanao aims to equip LGUs with the necessary knowledge and practical guidance to navigate the procurement process, comply with applicable regulations, and facilitate the timely delivery of development projects in their respective communities.

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Story by Atty. Joy M. Montecalvo | Photos by Procurement Unit PSO Mindanao

PRDP Scale-Up Empowers Communities to Monitor Rural Infrastructure Projects|Community stakeholders are taking a more act...
09/10/2026

PRDP Scale-Up Empowers Communities to Monitor Rural Infrastructure Projects|

Community stakeholders are taking a more active role in ensuring the quality and accountability of rural infrastructure projects through a three-day Citizens Monitoring Team (CMT) Training for Infrastructure Subprojects under the Department of Agriculture–Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up.

Conducted in Barangay San Antonio, Titay, Zamboanga Sibugay, the training equipped community representatives and local partners with practical knowledge and skills to monitor infrastructure implementation and help ensure that project commitments are met.

The training covered the CMT mechanism, monitoring and evaluation tools, geotagging, documentation and reporting procedures, I-BUILD monitoring guidelines, Social and Environmental Safeguards (SES), and the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM).

Participants also put their learning into practice through a field practicum at the ongoing Rehabilitation/Concreting of San Antonio–Tugop–Sta. Fe–Tugop Muslim–Dry Pond–Boundary Gutalac Farm-to-Market Road (FMR).

The 10.12-kilometer road project traverses the barangays of San Antonio, Tugop, Sta. Fe, and Tugop Muslim toward the Gutalac boundary, with an approved project cost of ₱264,299,683.62. As of September 15, 2026, the subproject had recorded 19.15 percent physical accomplishment.

During the site visit, participants conducted field observations, validated reported accomplishments, documented their findings, identified implementation concerns, and used monitoring checklists to assess project progress. They subsequently presented their observations and discussed their findings, providing an opportunity to identify issues and explore how community monitoring can contribute to effective project implementation.

Beyond developing technical monitoring skills, the training emphasized the importance of community participation in safeguarding public investments. By involving barangay representatives, farmers’ groups, and other stakeholders, the CMT mechanism gives communities a better understanding of infrastructure projects in their areas and the standards these projects must meet.

Community members did not only become beneficiaries of infrastructure subproject, but informed partners who can observe project implementation, raise concerns, help validate accomplishments, and contribute to protecting the quality and intended benefits of the investment. This shared responsibility fosters a stronger sense of accountability and ownership, encouraging communities to take an active interest in the project's success and long-term sustainability.

The activity also reinforced coordination among the Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao, Regional Project Coordination Offices (RPCOs), local government units, and community stakeholders in promoting transparency, accountability, and quality implementation.

Through the CMT mechanism, DA-PRDP Scale-Up continues to encourage citizens to take part in monitoring rural infrastructure investments, helping ensure that projects are implemented in accordance with approved plans, technical specifications, safeguards, and quality standards.

By giving communities a more active voice in project implementation, the initiative promotes shared responsibility for infrastructure that responds to local needs and supports sustainable rural development.

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Report by M&E Officer Ronnie G. Mahinay, Jr.

Two Very High Priority Subprojects in Region IX Receive NOL1| Rural communities in Zamboanga del Norte are a step closer...
09/10/2026

Two Very High Priority Subprojects in Region IX Receive NOL1|
Rural communities in Zamboanga del Norte are a step closer to gaining better access to safe and reliable drinking water following the awarding of No Objection Letter 1 (NOL1) to two Very High Priority (VHP) subprojects under the Department of Agriculture–Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP) Scale-Up.

The two subprojects are the Construction of La Libertad Level II Potable Water System (PWS) in the Municipality of La Libertad, with a project cost of ₱109,937,000.00, and the Construction of Sinai-Biayon-Poblacion Alto-Poblacion Bajo-Liwanag-San Juan-Dampalan Level II Potable Water System in the Municipality of Sergio Osmeña, worth ₱109,998,000.00.

For Sergio Osmeña Mayor Glen Yu, the approval of the water system project represents a significant step toward improving the daily lives of his constituents.

“Clean, safe, and accessible drinking water is not merely an infrastructure priority; it is a fundamental pillar of public health, dignity, and rural progress,” he said. “The approval of the Sinai-Biayon-Poblacion Alto-Poblacion Bajo, Liwanag-San Juan-Dampalan Level II Potable Water System will bring transformative change directly into the homes of hundreds of families across our partner communities,” Yu added.

He also expressed his gratitude to the DA-PRDP for recognizing the municipality’s need for improved water access, emphasizing how the project will ease the burden of fetching water for local residents.

“We are grateful to PRDP for granting us this project and for recognizing the needs of Sergio Osmeña. Hindi na po mahihirapan mag-igib ng tubig ang aming mga minamahal na mamamayan,” he added.

Meanwhile, Mayor Ricky Cuenca of La Libertad said how this PWS subproject served as an answered prayer to the people of La Libertad.

"After a decade of waiting, we will finally have PWS," Cuenca said.

The awarding was led by DA-PRDP Scale-Up National Project Director Assistant Secretary U-Nichols Manalo, together with Undersecretary for Policy, Planning and Regulations Atty. Asis Perez and Deputy Project Director Angelita Martir.

Representing the Mindanao Cluster were PSO Mindanao Project Director Macario D. Gonzaga, Deputy Project Director Carlene C. Collado, CPA, and RPCO IX Project Director Vener L. Dilig.

The approval of these subprojects marks another milestone in the DA-PRDP Scale-Up’s continuing efforts to support rural development by providing communities with essential infrastructure and improving access to basic services.

B**g D. Gonzaga

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Story by Atty. Joy M. Montecalvo | Photos by NPCO InfoACE

The Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao and the technical team from the Municipality of Pigcawayan met on October 6, 2...
06/10/2026

The Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao and the technical team from the Municipality of Pigcawayan met on October 6, 2026, at the PSO Mindanao office to finalize key technical documents for a proposed PRDP Scale-Up subproject.

The meeting focused on the Program of Works (POW) and Detailed Engineering Design (DED) for the Concreting of New Panay-Rogonan-Sucudan-Molok-New Culasi Farm-to-Market Road (FMR) with Bridge, which covers a total length of 13.720 kilometers.

The technical discussions provided an opportunity for both teams to review and address remaining details in the project documents, helping ensure that the proposed infrastructure is technically sound and ready for the succeeding stages of project development and implementation.

Through continued coordination between PSO Mindanao and the local government technical team, the subproject is being further refined to support improved connectivity and access for farming communities in Pigcawayan.

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Story by Atty. Joy M. Montecalvo | Photos by Leonard John Asuque | PSO Mindanao

| The Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao kicked off October with a coordination meeting focused on the status of Ve...
05/10/2026

| The Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao kicked off October with a coordination meeting focused on the status of Very High Priority (VHP) subprojects under the PRDP Scale-Up, particularly focused on irrigation, Potable Water Systems Level II, and Value Chain Rural Infrastructure subprojects.

PSO Mindanao, led by Deputy Project Director Carlene C. Collado on behalf of Project Director Macario D. Gonzaga, joined the meeting together with the concerned component and unit heads to review the progress of the priority subprojects and discuss key implementation concerns requiring action.

The meeting provided an opportunity to assess the current status of the subprojects, identify implementation gaps, and align the concerned teams on the necessary measures to keep priority infrastructure investments moving forward.

As the final quarter of the year begins, the coordination underscores PSO Mindanao’s continued focus on close monitoring, timely action, and strengthened collaboration to ensure the delivery of critical infrastructure under PRDP Scale-Up.

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Story by Atty. Joy M. Montecalvo | Photos by Leonard John Asuque | PSO Mindanao

| Mindanao farmer cooperatives and associations (FCAs) supported by DA-PRDP Scale-Up brought their products to the Sma...
02/10/2026

| Mindanao farmer cooperatives and associations (FCAs) supported by DA-PRDP Scale-Up brought their products to the Smart Cart Food Bazaar, reaching potential buyers at the PLDT headquarters in Makati City from September 29 to October 1, 2026. Among the participating groups were the Midsalip Farmers Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MIFAMCO) and the Mangagoy Fishermen Multi-Purpose Cooperative (MAFISCO).

Read the full story through the link in the comments.

(via Department of Agriculture - Philippine Rural Development Project)

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Proposed Corn Enterprise Undergoes Site Validation in Agusan del Norte| A joint team from the Project Support Office (PS...
02/10/2026

Proposed Corn Enterprise Undergoes Site Validation in Agusan del Norte|

A joint team from the Project Support Office (PSO) Mindanao and Regional Project Coordination Office (RPCO) XIII conducted a site validation for the proposed Corn Consolidation, Processing, and Marketing Enterprise of the Maningalao-Lingayao Agriculture Cooperative (MALICO) in Purok 3, Lingayao, Las Nieves.

The validation followed the Business Plan formulation activity and brought together representatives from PSO I-REAP, Geomapping and Governance Unit (GGU), I-PLAN, and RPCO XIII I-BUILD, Economics, and I-REAP components.

The activity focused on determining whether the proposed site is suitable and ready for the enterprise, while verifying compliance with requirements that need to be addressed before the proposed subproject can proceed for approval.

Among the areas examined were land tenure and supporting documents, land acquisition requirements, possible land reclassification or conversion, and compliance with Social and Environmental Safeguards (SES) and I-BUILD requirements.

For MALICO, the proposed enterprise is intended to address several challenges affecting its farmer-members, particularly in handling and marketing their corn produce.The cooperative identified concerns over corn grain quality, including those associated with the relatively short 95-day maturity period. Limited working capital also constrains its ability to purchase and consolidate corn from its members.

The lack of adequate post-harvest, storage, and processing facilities further limits the cooperative’s capacity to properly handle and add value to its produce. Transportation and logistics remain another challenge, particularly in hauling and delivering consolidated corn.
Farmers are also exposed to sudden changes in farm-gate prices, which can affect their income and the cooperative’s ability to sustain its marketing operations.

The proposed interventions are designed to respond to these constraints across the production and marketing chain.

Through the site validation, the DA-PRDP team is able to identify remaining requirements and potential concerns early in the process, helping ensure that the proposed enterprise is supported by appropriate site conditions, documentation, safeguards, and implementation arrangements.

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Story by Atty. Joy M. Montecalvo | Photos and report by I-REAP| PSO Mindanao

02/10/2026

A PRDP Scale-Up subproject has received NOL 1—what does this mean, and what comes next?

The No Objection Letter 1 or NOL 1 confirms that a proposal has met PRDP’s requirements and is eligible for funding, paving the way for procurement.

For farmers, fishers, and rural communities, each NOL 1 issued marks another step toward roads, facilities, and enterprises that can improve their livelihoods.

In this , PRDP PSO Mindanao Procurement Unit Head Nor Gonzales explains the significance of NOL 1 and the steps that follow.

02/10/2026

☕ International Coffee Day may be over, but we celebrate coffee every day!

This , we’re revisiting our conversation with Butch Maiso of Paramount Coffee —keeping the celebration brewing for the beans that fill our cups and the hands that grow them.

Let’s welcome the weekend with a cup of Mindanao coffee! ☕

☕ The best brews begin with hardworking hands in the fields.Before coffee reaches our cups, farmers and producers nurtur...
01/10/2026

☕ The best brews begin with hardworking hands in the fields.

Before coffee reaches our cups, farmers and producers nurture the trees, harvest the cherries, and carefully process the beans. Every sip is made possible by their hard work.

This International Coffee Day, PRDP Mindanao celebrates the people behind our coffee and is proud to be part of their journey—supporting rural roads and enterprises that help them reach markets, add value to their harvests, and build better livelihoods. 🌱

What Mindanao-grown coffee do you enjoy, and where does it come from?

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