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

𝑷𝑹𝑹𝑰 π‘ͺ𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒔 π‘­π’Šπ’†π’π’… π‘½π’‚π’π’Šπ’…π’‚π’•π’Šπ’π’ 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝑳𝑭𝑫-𝑨𝒇𝒇𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒆𝒅 π‘­π’‚π’“π’Žπ’”
π’Šπ’ 𝑫𝒂𝒗𝒂𝒐 𝒅𝒆 𝑢𝒓𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒅 π‘©π’–π’Œπ’Šπ’…π’π’π’
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.
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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.

PRRI Shares Updates on PLFD in Rubber at RMC Meeting in South Cotabato

The Philippine Rubber Research Institute (PRRI) participated in the 2nd Regional Management Committee (RMC) Meeting hosted by the Department of Agriculture (DA) Region XII on July 25, 2023 at ATI RTC XII, ALC Hall, Tantangan, South Cotabato.   Dr. Jill D. Villanueva of PRRI presented the current situation and progress of Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease continue reading : PRRI Shares Updates on PLFD in Rubber at RMC Meeting in South Cotabato

DOLE’s TUPAD Program to Aid Rubber Farmers and Workers Affected by Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease

α΄…α΄ΚŸα΄‡ Κ™α΄œΙͺΚŸα΄…ΙͺΙ΄Ι’, ΙͺΙ΄α΄›Κ€α΄€α΄α΄œΚ€α΄κœ± || ᴊᴜʟʏ 25, 2023 The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has taken action to provide timely financial assistance to rubber farmers and workers impacted by the Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease (PLFD) crisis. Executive Director Cheryl L. Eusala, together with Undersecretary Atty. Benjo Santos M. Benavidez of the DOLE Workers’ Welfare and continue reading : DOLE’s TUPAD Program to Aid Rubber Farmers and Workers Affected by Pestalotiopsis Leaf Fall Disease