Different government agencies convened to talk about Forest and Timber needs Joan S. Gilbero he Forest and Timber 2017, and Cagayan de representatives from City- TResources Research Oro City, Misamis Oriental ENRO, DENR, MINDA, Center (FTRRC) called for on March 23, 2017. The DA, DILG, SAL-ACDO, a meeting with the different activity was participated CLENRO, CDORMC, government agencies that by the representatives CENRO, ACDO, RB-PMO, have direct concerns on from the Provincial Local NPC-WMD, MSU- Marawi forest and timber and talked Government Unit (PLGU), participated in Misamis about the latter’s immediate different municipal ENROs Oriental. needs for information and (MENROs), DENR PENRO wwwwwwwThe initiative technologies. Technology and CENROs, Provincial aims on identifying the Needs Assessments DA, DTI, and Agusan needs of the stakeholders/ (TNA) were conducted by del Sur State College of clients with respect to their the Technology Transfer Agriculture and Technology organizations’ mandate on and Extension Services in Agusan del Sur. Likewise, forest and timber in order (TTES) of FTRRC in Patin- representatives from for the research sector to ay, Prosperidad, Agusan PLGU, MENRO, CENRO, be timely and relevant in the del Sur on March 7, 2017, City-LGU, NEDA, and DTI disposition of its mission... Pagadian City, participated in Zamboanga continue on page 3 del Sur on March 21, del Sur. Meanwhile, from page 1 Different

Technology Needs Assessment’s participants with FTRRC Personnel in Agusan del Sur (left photo) and (right photo). Capacity-building on Bamboo and Mangrove Mangrove Site Validations within the Three Regions in Development Project (BMDP) in Regions 9, 10, under FTRRC Area of Responsibility

and 13 Evangeline G. Pano NEWS Rustum A. Aguilos

he training on Bamboo planting and Mangrove rehabilitation and development in he Forest and Timber Resources Research Center (FTRRC) conducted a 3-week Mangrove TRegions 9, 10, and 13 on February 16 to March 10, 2017 was extended by FTRRC Tsite validation in Regions 9, 10, and 13 from March 21 to April 10, 2017 as basis for the in support to the implementation of the Bamboo and Mangrove Development Project preparation of proposal on mangrove rehabilitation for possible funding under Green Climate Fund (GCF) (BMDP) of the Expanded National Greening Program (E-NGP). Topics discussed relative to whose vision is to support a paradigm shift to low-emission and climate-resilient development. It is driven

NEWS mangrove rehabilitation were: Introduction to Mangrove and Beach Forest Management in by innovation and targets its investments for transformational impact. the , Mangrove and Beach Forest Ecosystem and its importance, Rehabilitation GCF is the new global fund created to support the efforts of developing countries to respond to and Management of Mangrove and Beach Forest. Topics regarding bamboo were about Participants of capacity-building on bamboo and the challenge of climate change. It helps developing countries limit or reduce their greenhouse gas (GHG) Planting Materials of Bamboo, Nursery Management, Propagation techniques, Preparation Mangrove Development Project (BMDP) in the emissions and adapt to climate change. The fund creates new models of climate finance, channeling of potting media and Plantation establishment and management ... continue on page 4 Provinces of Region 13. investment from both the public and private sectors. It aims to maximize the impact of public finance in a creative way, and to attract new sources of private finance to catalyse investment in mitigation and adaptation projects in the developing world. ...continue to page 5 FTRRC joined DENR Caraga Region in its Kick-off Celebration of the Environment Month 2017 held in Butuan City Joan S. Gilbero

his year’s kick-off celebration of the (EMB), and Mines and Geosciences Bureau FTRRC promoted the use of TEnvironment Month in Caraga Region was (MGB) held in Robinson’s Place Butuan on indigenous tree species and distributed free a bit info-packed. June 1, 2017. The exhibit showcased the seedlings. Other IEC tools and materials FTRRC participated in the hanging accomplishments, information and services displayed were the different kinds of of streamers, motorcade, opening program offered by the different DENR offices. The indigenous tree species, seeds and print and in the conduct of exhibit together with intention of the latter was to literally interpret materials of “how to plant” falcata, mangium, the different divisions of the DENR Regional this year’s theme “Connecting People to toog, bitaog, balakat, rain tree, kalumpit, and Office, Environmental Management Bureau Nature”. molave... continue to page 4 Potential Mangrove Areas in Region 13

FTRRC CONDUCTS STAKEHOLDER ANALYSIS IN REGIONS 10 & 13 Joan S. Gilbero

(from left photo) FTRRC Exhibit; Interested individuals viewing the seeds & IEC materials displayed in the exhibit. Stakeholder Analysis was conducted in Barangay Simbalan, Thus, there is a need to inform and educate farmers on the relevant Buenavista, Agusan del Norte last May 22, 2017 and Gingoog information and technologies to be adopted. Participants identified INREMP invites FTRRC Technical Expert on the Training Workshop for Plant ACity, Misamis Oriental last June 30, 2017. The activity was part the stakeholders that exist and contributed to the development of their of the scoping and data gathering of Technology Transfer and Extension barangay and determined the level of contribution of each stakeholder. Propagation Techniques, Nursery Establishment and Seedlings Production Services to document the key issues on falcata DENR, DA, People’s Organization, Private Tree Lourdes D. Agne establishment and management. Farmers, BLGU and MLGU has relatively high influence and contribution in their barangays in In Barangay Simbalan, Agusan he Integrated Natural Resources and The INREMP- Watershed terms of forest and timber. Moreover, hands-on del Norte, Falcata is their great need. This Environmental Management Project Management Project Coordinating Office training, face-to-face mentoring/coaching, and T is aside from the status of the said barangay (INREMP) intends to conserve, protect, (WMPCO) of Misamis Oriental and production of IEC materials were preferred by the where more or less 300 hectares of falcata and rehabilitate degraded forestlands in the Bukidnon organized a training workshop participants as mode of transfer of the information were established in the area under the watersheds. To achieve the above mentioned for Plant Propagation Techniques, Nursery and technologies. National Greening Program (NGPfor 2016 objectives and outputs, different Natural Establishment and Seedlings Production to and the high acceptance as exhibited by the The general assembly was participated by Resources Management investments will capacitate its farmer beneficiaries on June active participations of the community in the People’s Organization representatives, Barangay be implemented in all the project sites. One 27-28 and July 10-11, 2017 respectively. The different government and non-government Local Government Unit (BLGU), Private of which is the small-holder and institutional training in Misamis Oriental was conducted at projects. While, in Gingoog City, Misamis Tree Farmers, CENRO- Nasipit and Gingoog investments that includes conservation BISSFFA Training Center, Balubal, Cagayan Participants identify their primary and The participants of the training together with Oriental, Falcata is widely grown, however, Extension Officers and Personnel, and NGP/CBFM forestry, production forestry and livelihood de Oro City and Delan’s Place, Malaybalay secondary stakeholders INREMP-WMPCO Misamis Oriental and they planted it in higher elevation than required. Beneficiaries. ### training cum farming. City in Bukidnon...continue to page 4 LGU counterpart

1 2 from frontpage Different government such as agroforestry (short-term species and strict implementation of approved agencies... such as Bamboo) and Training on Cloning ordinances (local and national law; On from page 1 Capacity-building on Bamboo and Mangrove... Emerging needs are as follows: of trees to increase harvest; Agroforestation Livelihood - Livelihood program intervention/ On falcata - Establishment of Seedling program; planting of fruit tree seedlings for Education, Economic strengthening of local ... of bamboo, Bamboo industry programs of DTI, and Bamboo Seed Orchard and appropriate technology sustainability (e.g cacao, coffee, rubber) farmers association and communities; Other potentials and Opportunities. Aside from the series of lectures, hands- NEWS on plantation management for falcata; intercrop with indigenous trees; on Policies - technologies - Technology to prevent trees on activities on the proper selection of bamboo poles, proper mixing Appropriate Tree farming practices; Assessment of POs, Reforestation, and Law burning during prolonged dry spell, Identify of potting, selection of appropriate age of pole for planting stock Establishment of demo farm on falcata/ Regulation; Policy assessment and research high risk areas in CDORB (Prioritize the production, extraction of planting materials, and potting selection ITP development and management on planting and harvesting of endemic tree restoration of degraded areas, erosion, of appropriate age of pole for planting stock production, extraction technology; Agro-Forestry Technology; species; Massive flooding), Vulnerability assessment/mapping of planting materials, and potting were also facilitated. Participants capacity development, promotion and replanting promotion of vulnerable areas, Carbon sequestration in Region 9 had the chance to visit the “Shared Service Facility” NEWS representation of forest stewardship measurement method, Carbon credits, (expound) in Ramon Magsaysay, Zamboanga del Sur. Technical of wood industry with private groups, sustained public education on forest Personnel from FTRRC headed by For. Conrado B. Marquez, served cluster for the associations, conservation and fresh water quality, as resource persons together with representatives from DTI in Regions establishment of corporations, and tree species for soil erosion abatement, 10 and 13. ### wood processing similar institutions, medicinal potential, ficus tree species to be Hands-on activity of the participants in Region 13 on proper plant in Agusan del Effective policy planted especially “Bangan” variety. potting of planting stock Sur; Organization formulation such The activity opened up of Falcata as establishment opportunities for collaboration in addressing Industry Cluster; of final land different priorities and concerns.### from page 1 FTRRC joined DENR Caraga... Integrated Pest allocation between indigenous seedlings of white lauan, sagimsim, tree species to its planting and the different Participants discussed and deliberated among management; on agricultural land tuai, talisai gubat, kalumpit, kalingag, kamagong protocol. After the exhibit, more interested themselves the needs of their clienteles Indigenous Tree utilization, wwwwwwwAvailable video presentation such were distributed to 26 individuals. A total of 56 people came to Bood Clonal Nursery in Species - Policy assessment and research development, and forestry, Tailor- as the FTRRC profile, Seed Production Area interested individuals were distributed with the Pinamanculan, Butuan City to request for , training on cloning, domestication of fit IEC, Reinforcement force (SPA), “Laraw sa usa ka Damgo” – a short IEC materials. The exhibit has also become a seedlings they would want to plant in their Native Tree Species for ITP Development, “Rainforestation”; Resource film produced by FTRRC depicting how learning venue for people (from as young as areas. ### Nursery establishment; Appropriate planting sharing; Tailor-fit broadband IEC on devastating it would be if we don’t care about elementary students to matured adult) who materials propagation of Dao, Narra, environment; on Techno-transfer - our environment; and the documentations of were curious about tree plantations from the Tindalo, Kalantas, Mambog (Rubiaceae), Capacity building through training, conducted summer practicum in FTRRC were different seeds and seedlings of different forest Katmon and Dipterocarp species; Seed conservation of Almaciga; Open showcased during the activity. A total of 200 collection and seedling production of planting research windows to academe and materials, growth rate and volume; market; organizations, create Knowledge Establishment of seed bank in the area; Management System (KMS), Conduct feasibility studies and research Training on clonal propagation from page 1 INREMP invites FTRRC establishment, maintenance & protection. through the involvement of the People’s on the economic value of tree species (e.g on dipterocarp species, Conduct Technical... It was also attended by the representatives Organization, the direct beneficiaries of the Almaciga Resin enterprise); on Bamboo Community-based TNA involving from City Local Environment and Natural project. In addition to the lecture discussion Participants’ output presentation The said workshop was attended by Resources Office (CLENRO) of Cagayan a hands-on activity was conducted. Wherein and other non-timber forest products - IEC, marginalized farmers and sectors, INREMP staff from the WMPCO of Misamis proper pricing of product/ species; on Techno-forum; On National Greening de Oro City the LGU counterpart of INREMP. the participants were able to experience the Oriental and Bukidnon, and Key Officials actual selection, collection and processing of agroforestry establishment of plantations, Program implementation - Law enforcement wwwwwwwThe learning event aims to cuttings in the nursery of BISFFA, Balubal, capacitate the PO beneficiaries on Cagayan de Oro City. different propagation techniques on fruit Bood Clonal Nursery featured in ABS-CBN TV Patrol Caraga and forest tree species and to enhance wThe training was ended by a closing programwwwwww and distribution of certificates.### Evangeline G. Pano the awareness of the beneficiaries on the importance of using quality planting materials. BS-CBN TV Patrol Caraga featured the FTRRC’s Clonal Nursery located in Ms. Lourdes D. Agne of Forest and Bood, Pinamanculan, Butuan City on April 3, 2017 which was aired the following A Timber Resources Research Center day, April 4, 2017. For. Rustum A. Aguilos, FTRRC Bood Satellite Head, shared the (FTRRC), discussed the overview mandate of FTRRC and its contribution to the National Greening Program (NGP) on the significance of using quality highlighting the production of quality planting materials and conduct of capability- planting materials in the restoration building where dissemination of information and technologies are needed. of watershed landscape. She also wwwwwwwThe opportunity was made possible through the recommendation of stressed that quality, quantity, and Hands-on activity of participation on the proper availability of the materials and proper Regional Director Charlie M. Fabre of DENR R13 during the press conference on selection of cuttings handling of seedlings at planting time are vital the implementation of the National Greening Program and illegal cutting of trees in issues that need to be addressed in order to CARAGA. ### of People’s Organization who entered into sustain the reforestation endeavor of the Forest Management Agreement for three project. These can be realized by intensifying (Distribution of Certificates to the Participants) For. Rustum Aguilos, SRS II during the interview of Mr. years to implement activities on seedling the production of high quality planting Participants recieved their certificate of Rodge Cultura of ABS-CBN TV Patrol Caraga. production, site preparation and plantation materials, the establishment of nurseries

3 4 from page 2 Mangrove Site Validations ... components of Climate Change: adaptation, Misamis Oriental- 11.5) and 90.78 hectares FTRRC JOINS DENR-REGION 10 SPORTSFEST 2017 mitigation, and inclusive growth. plantable mangrove areas in Region 13 Former DENR Secretary Regina About 168.32 hectares were (Agusan del Norte -4.21; Surigao del Sur- Ma. Jessa L. Serviano Paz Lopez, stated that the Philippines will identified, validated and mapped to be potential 15.89; Surigao del Norte- 70.68) were found NEWS be given access to $ 3 Million from GCF mangrove and beach areas for rehabilitation during the site validation. The information people to nature- in the city and on the competitors. At the end of the games and that will help in addressing issues related to and enhancement within the three regions. In and documentation details were forwarded land from the poles to the equator”, competitions, the players learned to be united climate change. In order to avail the fund, Region 9 there were 17.5 hectares of plantable to Ecosystems Research and Development the DENR Region 10 conducted a as one team and worked not as competitors the Philippines will have to submit a research areas (- 11.5; and Bureau (ERDB). The activity was conducted in sportfest which was participated by but as a one big team to beat the challenges proposal on any research on mitigation and Zamboanga del Sur- 6.00), while, in Region coordination with the different field offices of different divisions and line bureaus and achieve its goal to connect people to the adaptation strategies/measures. Sec. Lopez 10 there were 54.04 hectares validated to DENR. ### in the region including FTRRC. The nature. ### NEWS believes that zeroed in planting mangroves be plantable (Camiguin Island- 3.00; Lanao personnel and staff of the different and bamboos as strategies to address three del Norte- 12.52; Misamis Occidental- 27.02; component projects of FTRRC in Mindanao involved themselves with the sport events as a team ON-THE-JOB TRAINING FOR FORESTRY which showcased everyone’s AND AGROFORESTRY STUDENTS ability and sportsmanship. Renato G. Bacsal, Jr. & Ambrosio G. Valerio FTRRC celebrated its The FTRRC Team championship in Dart Womens division. They also participated in other The Forest and Timber Resources Research Center he Forest and Timber Resources sports events such as: Basketball Men, (FTRRC) caters on-the-job training from Agusan del Sur State Research Center (FTRRC) joined the Volleyball Men and Women, Chess, and College of Agriculture and Technology (ASSCAT)-Bunawan Campus Department of Environment and Natural Badminton doubles Men, Women, and Students on April 20 to May 2, 2017 and Western Mindanao State T Resources (DENR) Region 10’s Sportsfest Mixed. University (WMSU) on April 11 to May 6, 2017. 2017 in Macabalan, Cagayan de Oro City on Annually, FTRRC accepts summer field practicum from June 19-23, 2017. wwwwwwwEach team shared their talent The exciting game between the FTRRC team different Universities and Colleges in Mindanao. A total of 52 and skills and each players demonstrated and the PENRO-Mis.Or team which caused the cheering of the crowd rumbling around the Agroforestry (27 in FTRRC Maharlika, Bislig City; 10 in FTRRC wwwwwwwIn line with the celebration of the their competitiveness, camaraderie and Environment Month with a theme “Connecting sportsmanship with their teammates and compound. Bood Satellite Office, Butuan City; and 15 in FTRRC Malaybalay The on-the-job trainees in FTRRC Maharlika, Bislig City. Station Office, Sumpong Malaybalay City, Bukidnon), seven (7) Environmental Science, and fourteen (14) BS Forestry students The activities were as follows: Forest tree Clonal Nursery in Zamboanga Station Office, , were operations, Forest Plantation Establishment and Management, Forest WILDLIFE ENTHUSIASTS ATTENDED THE BIRD IDENTIFICATION AND trained. Series of lectures and hands-on trainings on different Mensuration, Seed Collection and Tree Climbing Techniques. Finally, operational activities of the research center were provided to the to measure the knowledge gained by the students they were given final SURVEY TECHNIQUES TRAINING students by the FTRRC Technical Staff. evaluation and assessment. ### Ambrosio G. Valerio

FTRRC Participated in TREE PLANTING ACTIVITIES IN REGION 9 Ambrosio G. Valerio

The Forest and Timber Resources Research Center (FTRRC) participated in the Mangrove planting activity during World Wetlands Day Celebration 2017 onFebruary 2, 2017 at Barangay Talon-talon, Zamboanga City and tree planting activity during Philippine Environment Month Celebration on June 14, 2017 at Pasonanca Natural Park, Zamboanga SRA Ambrosio G. Valerio and FR Rizalino A. Sta. Teresa attended the bird identification and survey techniques training. City. About 500 Bakuan propagules, 100 r. Ambrosio G. Valerio, Science Bagtikan, and 20 Mantalina seedlings were on May 28 to June 2, 2017. end of the training, the two FTRRC wildlife Research Assistant and Mr. Rizalino A. FTRRC-9 personnel headed by Dr. Amildasa D. Annil planted one hundred (100) bagtikan planted by the FTRRC Personnel. ### wwwwwwwThe training aimes to build the enthusiasts learned how to identify the birds Sta. Teresa, Forest Ranger attended and twenty (20) mantalina seedlings (left photo) and five hundred (500) bakauan propagules M capacity of ERDB technical Personnel in the with different techniques. ### the Birds Identification and Survey Techniques planted in the mangrove site headed by SRRS Jose Antonio R. Salvador (right photo) area of avifauna and survey techniques. At the Training at ERDB Auditorium, College, Laguna

5 6 Other pest infestation Presently, the infestation is prevalent in the provinces of Bukidnon, Misamis Oriental and Camiguin. The disease is also threatening the The following pests were observed to be seriously damaging the provinces of Region 13 (Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, Surigao del Falcata plantations and nurseries:

R D Updates Norte and Surigao del Sur) where Falcata is widely grown. R & D UPDATES & 1. Gall rust (Uromycladium tepperianum) 2. Sulfur butterfly (Eurema blanda and E. hecabe)

Fungus attacks leaf petioles, stem, branches, matured Voracious feeders of the leaves. Outbreaks of this butterfly seed bods and shoot of young seedlings and, young and old trees occur from time to time. Populations fluctuate widely, decreasing Borer Infestation in Northern Mindanao of Falcata. Infected plant parts bulge, followed by discoloration and in the dry season and increasing in the rainy season, sometimes later discoloration and curling of shoots (Eusebio, M. A. 1998). When resulting in destruction of the foliage (FAO. 2007). Ruben Tabora, Lydia Tiongco, & Espie Praca infection is more serious, the galls enlarge, followed by rapid defoliation and eventual dying back of branches. Canker disease (Corticum salmonicolor) and Scale insects such as, aphids and mealy bugs are also destructive in Falcata In 1988 and 1989, gall rust disease provoked severe plantations but infestations of these pests are considered minor. wwwwwwwFalcata (Falcataria moluccana (Miq.) Barneby and reared specimens. Presently, borer infestation spread on the neighboring damaged in Bukidnon. The government banned the transport of logs R & D UPDATES Grimes) is one of the important fast-growing tree species introduced barangay (Imbatug, Cabanglasan, Bukidnon) and infests two Falcata in and out of the Province, and planting was suspended (Gall disease, in the country that is found to be well adapted to Philippine conditions. plantations threat. The incidence of borer infestation reached 80% on the accessed 2017). In Bukidnon and Misamis Oriental, Falcata plantation located at this tree species attracts the Barangay Cabanglasan while populace in the community due to 20% incidence was recorded its suitability in the intercropping on the newly infested Quality Seeds for the Future of coffee, abaca, and rootcrops, plantation at Barangay Mhar O. Loquez and stability of the market of its Imbatug. The value of timber wood/timber. The fiber of falcata on the infested plantations wwwwwwwThe Mindanao Tree Seed Center (ITPs) Species especially Falcata (Falcataria Loktob (Daubanga moluccana Blume), is relatively long and it’s suitable in Lambagan and Imbatug, (MTSC) is situated in the Timber Corridor of moluccana (Miq.) Barneby and Grimes). Falcata Binuang (Octomeles sumatrana Miq.) and in the manufacture of newsprint. Cabanglasan, Bukidnon is the Philippines CARAGA Region particularly in is considered as one of the most “in demand” other small seeds are stored in the Walk-in The veneer of the species is used greatly diminished because Maharlika, Bislig City, Surigao del Sur. MTSC tree species among clienteles of the center. Freezer to prolong the viability of tree seeds. in the manufacture of light packing aside from borer infestation it is the only fully operationalized tree seed The center also collects and stores seeds of Clients from the private sector, tree farmers, cases, light furnitures, interior is also greatly affected by Gall center in the Philippines under the Ecosystems indigenous, exotic, premium and endangered Academe, Local Government Units (LGUs), finish, mouldings, formwork, rust disease. Research and Development Bureau- Forest tree species in support to the government’s Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and planking of yachts and race boats and Timber Resources Research Center National Greening Program (NGP) and for researchers are being catered by the center. (Generalao et al., 1989). Meanwhile, massive borer infestation was also (ERDB-FTRRC). research purposes. There are seeds of 30 The disposed seeds were used for industrial observed in Marapange, wwwwwwwThe center provides and stores different forest tree species stored in MTSC’s purposes, rehabilitations, and advancement Storage Room: Mangium (Acacia mangium through research and development. Falcata infested with borer Kibawe, Bukidnon where it seeds of tree species from identified superior The new threat: Borer infestation affects Falcata plantations aging 2-5 years. mother trees which are subject of thorough Willd), Ipil Ipil (Leucaena leucocephala (Lam.), wwwwwwwMTSC preserves tree seeds from assessment and to be able to collect high Narra (Pterocarpus indicus Willd), Falcata the good quality sources and provides good wwwwwwwBorer infestation in Falcata was detected on July 19, quality seeds. The collected seeds were (Falcataria moluccana (Miq.) Barneby and quality seeds that will help the community and 2016 at Lambagan, Cabanglasan, Bukidnon and on July 25, 2016 processed, validated and germinated to test Grimes), Dao (Dracontomelon dao (Blanco) for its future generation. “Quality seed doesn’t at Patrocinio, Claveria, Misamis Oriental. Brown spots at the Recommendation its seed viability, capacity and quality prior Merr. & Rolfe) and many other Individual Plus cost ….. It pays”. ### base of the big branches with remnants of the insect at the bark’s • Pruning of infested branches can reduce stem borer to storage. MTSC focuses on the collection Trees and Industrial Tree Species in Mindanao. surface was observed as the symptom. A team of researchers from populations but is labour intensive. Hand picking of adults of seeds of Industrial Tree Plantations While, Bagras (Eucalyptus deglupta Blume), Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau - Forest and Timber and removal of larvae using pieces of wire can achieve good Resources Research Center, conducted periodical assessment and results but it must start as soon as infestation is spotted. Also, monitoring of the pest infestation at Lambagan, Cabanglasan and unfortunately this method can cause serious damage to the nearby municipalities in the province of Bukidnon. Based on the field trees if not undertaken very carefully and its use should be observations it was observed that borer population may have been strictly limited. influenced by seasonal variation. A probability that this infestation was influenced by climate change hence, infestation started after • The fungus Beauveria bassiana infects larvae of this borer. El Nino in 2016. It was also observed that the infestation occurred (Borer, accessed 2017) on the month of July. The peak of infestation was observed on the month of October, while population fluctuation was noticed on the The researchers under the project “Development of Integrated months of November to December. Furthermore, borer infestation Pest Management for ITPS in Response to Climate Change” which are was not observed on the months January to June. Samples of composed of plant pathologist, entomologist and soil enthusiast conduct affected branches of Falcata trees were cut and cross-examined to biological studies and observation on the contributing factors of the pest obtain live specimen which was reared in the laboratory. Borer larvae infestation to devise an effective and ecological sound control strategy tunneled the branches and trunk of the tree creating large holes in the against this pest. ... timber which degrades its value. Initial identification suggests that the borer is a Cossid Moth (Lepidoptera: Cossidae). Further identification up to the species level will be done when adult will emerge on the Seeds of Molave Tree Falcata seedlings

7 8 Growth stress and Wood property Assessment of Different Provenances of Big-Leaf Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla King) WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TREES ? ABOUT TREES? WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW Dennis M. Gilbero Agoho Local Names : Ago (Ibn., Neg.), Agoho (Tag., Ilk.,Bis., Bik.), Agoko (Pang.), Ague(Ibn.), Alaut (Bon.), Mahohok (Mbo.), Maribuhok (Bis.)

Scientific Name : Casuarina equisetifolia Linn.

Family Name : Casuarinaceae (beefwood) R & D UPDATES

FTRRC Team with For. Dennis M. Gilbero & his mentors from Nagoya University and UPLB observed, measured and investigated the trees in Mapua, Cagayan de Oro City

wwwwwwwA study by For. Dennis M. Gilbero entitled, “Growth trial site ranges from 0.03% to 0.06% and in Cagayan de oro trial site stress and Wood property Assessment of Different Provenances of ranges from 0.04% to 0.06%. Big-Leaf Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla King) Landrace in the wwwwwwwAccording to Yang, J.L. 2005, the growth stress is the major Philippines” proves that trees can be stressed too which affects its concern of different wood processing plants. It was found out that sawn growth and development. material from tree plantations suffer degrade attributable to growth stress. wwwwwwwTwo progeny trial sites of BL Mahogany in Butuan City and Growth stress accumulate in the stem as the tree grows, and can result Cagayan de Oro City were observed, investigated and monitored by in significant splitting in felled logs, as well as bow and crook when the wwwwwwwCasuarina equisetifolia Linn is a member of the bole can be free of branches for 10 meters or more and 20 - 100 cm FTRRC. Initial data shows that average values of longitudinal release log is sawn into boards. Casuarinaceae (beefwood) family. The specific name is derived from in diameter, occasionally with buttresses. Crown is narrowly pyramidal, strain are relatively the same in all the provenances in two trial sites. the Latin ‘equinus’, pertaining to horses, and ‘folium’, a leaf, in reference resembling some of the conifers in appearance. Bark is brown and wwwwwwwAnatomical and other wood properties were continuously However, the provenance of Cebu in Butuan trial site recorded the to the fine, drooping twigs, which are reminiscent of coarse horse hair. It rough. Branchlets are very slender, about 20 centimeters long, mostly investigated in six provenances in two trial sites. ### high longitudinal release strain in some of the samples because of is an evergreen tree with a soft wispy pine-like appearance and an open deciduous, composed of many joints. Internodes are about 1 centimeter the tension wood. The average longitudinal release strain in Butuan irregular crown (FEPPC Undated). It bears a resemblance to coniferous long, somewhat 6- or 8-angled. Flowers are unisexual. Staminate spikes plants due to the production of cone-like fruits and pine-needle-like le are slender, 1 to 3 centimeters long. Cones are usually ellipsoid, 1 to 2 aves. centimeters long, composed of about 12 rows of achenes enclosed in the hardened bract. wwwwwwwC. equisetifolia is a fast growing species and is widely planted throughout the tropics, especially for being able to provide wwwwwww It is commonly used as house posts, rafters, electric poles, timber whilst growing on poor sandy soils near the coast and thus also tool handles, oars, wagon wheels and mine props. It has been called providing shelter and protection for the soil. The tree is commonly grown ‘the best firewood in the world’ and also produces high-quality charcoal. as an ornamental, especially near the sea where it can also offer shelter It can also be used to control erosion along coastlines, estuaries, from the wind. It has proved to be very invasive in many of the areas into riverbanks and waterways. Many areas where the species naturally which it has been introduced. occurs are susceptible to tropical cyclones or typhoons, and its general tolerance to strong winds has encouraged its use in protective planting wwwwwwwAgoho is known around the world. Some of the more (www.tropical.theferns.info) 2014. common names include Australian pine, Beefwood, Casuarina, Horsetail casuarina, She-oak, Beach she-oak and Ironwood. The wwwwwwwC. equisetifolia sheds a large amount of twigs throughout Casuarina family in Australia is called the She-Oak family. The name the year. Shoot growth is generally active for much of the year except is likely derived by early settlers as the wood reminded them of oak during cool and dry months. In areas where there is pronounced wet (Maiden 1917). The prefix “she” is commonly used in Australia to denote and dry season, flowering and fruiting are more regular and occur paleness of color or inferiority (Maiden 1917). once or twice per year (Troup, 1921). Where there is no distinct wet or dry season, flowering and fruiting tend to be irregular and may occur wwwwwwwAgoho is a large, evergreen tree with a finely branched, throughout the year (Tesoro, F.O. & Aday, J.U.,1990). ### The longitudinal release strain in Cagayan de Oro City and Butuan City trial site provenance feathery crown, and grows up to 20 meters high. The straight, cylindrical

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