2024 PRRI Progress: Advancing the Rubber Industry with a New Rubber Nursery and Budwood Garden in Carmen, Cotabato

Advancing the Philippine Rubber Industry: A Milestone Achievement

The Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) is making significant strides in the rubber industry. On January 15, 2024, Executive Director Cheryl L. Eusala initiated a move to provide high-quality planting materials to rubber farmers across key regions. This strategic step aligns with PRRI’s goals for 2024.

The recent meeting established a rubber nursery and budwood garden in Carmen, Cotabato. Facilitated by Mr. Alfonso Jack F. Sandique, discussions covered layout, irrigation, and water management—a vital element for success.

This milestone marks PRRI’s commitment to advancing the local rubber industry, benefiting farmers and contributing to the region’s economic development

Addressing the Rubber Crisis: Emergency Meeting Tackles Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease in CARAGA Region

An emergency meeting was held on January 10, 2024, to address the outbreak of Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease (PLFD) on rubber trees in Trento, Agusan del Sur. The meeting, chaired by the Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations, involved various stakeholders from the Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI), the Bureau of Plant Industry, the Regional Crop Protection Center, the Research Division, and several local government units. The meeting aimed to provide updates on the status of PLFD in the region, to formulate plans for effective intervention and management, and to express support for the initiatives of PRRI’s Executive Director. The meeting also highlighted the importance of accurate data, coordinated response, and collaborative effort in combating the disease and protecting the rubber industry in the CARAGA region.

Bridging Boundaries for Growth: PRRI’s Successful Request and Visit to AMRES

The Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI), led by Executive Director Dr. Cheryl L. Eusala, Ph.D., successfully obtained a dedicated office space from OIC-Regional Director of DA-RFOXII, Dr. John Pascual, through a courtesy call facilitated by Mr. Rey M. Domingo of APCO. The collaboration aims to provide better support services to local rubber farmers and foster a conducive environment for growth and prosperity. PRRI staff and engineers visited the AMRES in Amas, Kidapawan City on January 10, 2024, to discuss potential areas of cooperation and partnership. The collaborative effort showcases the positive outcomes of inter-agency alliances

PRRI’s Agricultural Advancements: Assessing Rubber Nursery and Budwood Garden in Zamboanga Sibugay and Zamboanga del Norte

The Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) has recently carried out site validations and assessments in two barangays in Zamboanga to enhance rubber cultivation in the area. The assessments aimed to evaluate the feasibility and condition of rubber nurseries and budwood gardens, as well as the need for infrastructural improvements.

The PRRI staff visited Barangay Tambanan, Naga, Zamboanga Sibugay, on January 11, 2024, to assess the potential of establishing a rubber nursery there. They also discussed the broader development plans for the area with the manager of TARBEMCO, a local cooperative. On January 10, 2024, they visited Barangay Tampilisan, Zamboanga del Norte, to check the state of the STANDECO-PRRI Rubber Budwood Garden Nursery, which aims to produce 50,000 rubber seedlings.

These assessments are part of PRRI’s efforts to advance rubber cultivation in the region, which can provide economic benefits and environmental sustainability for the local communities. By collaborating with local stakeholders and addressing the infrastructural needs, PRRI hopes to create a conducive environment for rubber farming. PRRI is committed to fostering sustainable agricultural practices and driving positive change in the Philippine agricultural landscape.

PRRI Attendance to the Inaugural Meeting Sets Stage for Strategic Advancements in the Rubber Industry

The article reports on the recent activities of the Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI), which aims to advance the rubber industry in the country. It describes the Inaugural Meeting for strategic advancement, where PRRI’s Executive Director, Dr. Cheryl Lazaga, and other officials discussed the key priority action points and issues for the institute. It also mentions the visit of PRRI’s Executive Director to DA-ICTS Director, Honorio C. Flameño, to explore collaboration for the PRRI portal and the Rubber Industry Profiling and Data Banking project. The article concludes by expressing optimism for the future of PRRI and the Philippine rubber industry.