Pestalotiopsis Archives - Philippine Rubber Research Institute

PRRI Assists in Field Validation and Monitoring for PLFD Mitigation in Zamboanga Peninsula

𝑷𝑹𝑹𝑰 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑭𝒊𝒆𝒍𝒅 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝑳𝑭𝑫 𝑴𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒈𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝒁𝒂𝒎𝒃𝒐𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒂 𝑷𝒆𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒖𝒍𝒂
October 21-25, 2024 || The Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) supported the Department of Agriculture’s Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Section by providing assistance during their conduct of field validation and monitoring of plans and programs funded under the DA-Quick Response Fund (QRF) aimed at mitigating Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease (PLFD), which took place in various locations, including Vitali in Zamboanga City, and Naga, Malangas, Kumalarang, Tigbao, Bayog, Titay, Liloy, and Leon Postigo.
PRRI’s remains committed to supporting local farmers in enhancing agricultural resilience in Zamboanga Peninsula – towards a GOMAgaang Buhay.
#PRRIAssist #DA #DRMM #PLFD #QRF #ZamPen

PRRI Conducts Field Validation of PLFD-Affected Farms in Davao de Oro and Bukidnon

𝑷𝑹𝑹𝑰 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒔 𝑭𝒊𝒆𝒍𝒅 𝑽𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝑳𝑭𝑫-𝑨𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝑭𝒂𝒓𝒎𝒔
𝒊𝒏 𝑫𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒐 𝒅𝒆 𝑶𝒓𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑩𝒖𝒌𝒊𝒅𝒏𝒐𝒏
Mr. Roman Dagdag from the Crop Management Division of the Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI-CMD) conducted field validation in Monkayo, Davao de Oro, and Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, from October 8-12 and 15-19, 2024. Working in coordination with the City and Municipal Agriculturist Office, Mr. Dagdag and the team assessed farms suspected of having Pesta Leaf Fall Disease (PLFD). Findings revealed moderate to severe infections, with nearly all trees showing signs of infection, accompanied by photo documentation.
PRRI is committed to ensuring that affected farms receive the necessary assistance. Moreover, we would like to extend our gratitude to the cooperative personnel from the Monkayo and Malaybalay Municipal Agricultural offices.
#PRRI-CMD #FightAgainstPLFD #ValidationTeam

PRRI Staff Conducts Re-Evaluation of PLFD-infected Plantations in Agusan Del Sur

𝗣𝗥𝗥𝗜 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲-𝗘𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗟𝗙𝗗-𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗿

September 11-13, 2024 || The Philippine Rubber Research Institute – Crop Management Division (PRRI-CMD), represented by Mr. Kim Gonzales and Ms. Kerl Teves, conducted a re-evaluation of PLFD-infected plantations treated under the Quick Response Fund (QRF) following a courtesy visit to the Municipal Agriculturists of Trento, Ms. Deolita D. Abadillo, and Bunawan, Engr. Rey S. Epañola, in Agusan del Sur.

The purpose of the re-evaluation was to monitor, validate findings in the field, and document the results. The team utilized drone technology to capture aerial footage of the affected areas, assessing the incidence of Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease (PLFD) impacting local rubber plantations, which included seven plantations in Trento and six in Bunawan.

This observation occurred nine months after treatment applications were implemented. The activity stems from the initiative of the PRRI Executive Director, Dr. Cheryl Eusala to gauge the disease’s impact and to further develop effective management strategies for local rubber producers.

#ReAssessmentTrentoBunawan #PLFDConcern #MAOAgusanDelSur

PRRI Joins FAO-MAFAR Consultation in Basilan

Dr. Jill Villanueva, Training Specialist III of the Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI), attended the consultation meeting between the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) in Basilan last August 11 to 14, 2024. The consultation aimed to address the issue of Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease (PLFD) through Capacity Building and Training programs designed for Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) and farmer leaders. The team also paid a courtesy visit to the Office of the Governor, Gov. Jim Hataman-Saliman, the Provincial Director of MAFAR, Hon. Hanie Junuban, the Chief Agriculture of MAFAR, Mr. Datu Fadz Jaljalis, and the Director of the Ministry of Trade, Investment, and Tourism in Basilan BARMM, Mr. Argie Sarco.
Together, para sa “GOMA-gaang Buhay.”

PRRI in Collaboration with DOLE-TUPAD Extended Financial Assistance for PLFD Affected Farmers

The Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) partnered with DOLE’s TUPAD program to provide financial aid to rubber farmers in Zamboanga del Sur affected by PLFD. This proactive effort offered critical support to farmers in Bayog, Lakewood, and other affected areas. PRRI is thankful to DOLE for their assistance.