ABORLAN, PALAWAN - To support agricultural extension projects and strengthen initiatives addressing problems on rice pests and diseases, the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) in MIMAROPA successfully conducted a Training on Proposal Writing entitled “Beyond Words: Unleashing Excellence in Proposal Writing” on April 10-12, 2024 at DosFourDos Integrated Farm.
Ms. Jezell dT. Dela Cruz, Information Officer III of Mindoro State University, served as a resource speaker, facilitating the three-day training and equipping the participants with the necessary skills to develop and articulate proposals effectively.
To address agricultural challenges, they engaged in various activities, from problem analysis to project design and implementation planning, aimed at crafting comprehensive proposals tailored to their needs.
With an emphasis on SMART goals - setting objectives that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound, the participants identified tangible project outputs, ensuring clarity and feasibility of the proposals.
Ms. Dela Cruz also discussed the significance of risk assessment and management, with participants learning about the importance of assessing and mitigating potential threats to proposed projects. Through risk analysis exercises and scenario planning, they identified unforeseen challenges in their proposals, ensuring resilience in implementation.
Moreover, the training covered topics on budgeting and resource allocation, allowing participants to master the art of financial stewardship and resource optimization - an essential skill for sustainable project implementation.
The highlight of the training was the presentation of their individual project proposals, receiving feedback, comments, and suggestions from Ms. Dela Cruz and Mr. Jayson N. Erondo, Agriculturist II/Project Officer.
On behalf of the participants, Mr. Rudy T. Hilario expressed gratitude for his learning, highlighting its potential impact on increasing agricultural income and productivity.
“Ang mga natutunan ko ay ibabahagi ko sa aking mga kasamahan sa kooperatiba. Bilang isang magsasaka na nagnanais mapalaki ang kita, ito ay isang malaking tulong upang maisabuhay namin at magamit sa aming pagsasaka. Ang mga konsepto at estratehiya ay magagamit ko sa pagpapalaki ng kita sa pagsasaka. Tayo ay naging instrumento para maipaabot ito sa iba pang magsasaka kaya ibahagi natin,” he expressed.
A total of 25 farmer leaders from various Learning Sites for Agriculture in Palawan attended the said training.
