By Jay Jaboneta | Corporate Affairs Manager
The devastation left by Typhoon Haiyan forced the Philippines to consider what could have mitigated the storm surges and extreme weather conditions that are now expected to be the norm as a result of global climate change. Both environmentalists and scientists agree that mangroves can serve as “buffer” and shield human settlements from the maximum strength of storms. Still in line with the original objective of helping the fishermen and farmerfolks, PBSP’s Mangrove Rehabilitation Program in Bantayan plans to reforest at least 90 hectares of the island’s coastal areas.
Thank you for supporting our Mangrove Reforestation project in Bantayan island in Northern Cebu. Through your generosity, we were able to help communities reforest critical areas along the cost of Bantayan island which was badly-hit by Typhoon Haiyan.
Madridejos
Last May 3 and 17, 2015, PBSP facilitated the mangrove planting activity in Brgy. Kaongkod and Malbago in the municipality of Madridejos. A total of 100,000 propagules of the species Rhizophora (90%) and seedling of Avicenmia (10%) were planted.
Based on the 1st inventory and sampling conducted last May 7, 2015, one hundred thousand (100,000) living mangroves have been estimated in the project site. Entire mangrove population is in excellent condition. No gross signs of diseases or other physical maladies that affect their growth have been observed. The high survival rate can be attributed to good location and the dedication of partner community in maintaining the site.
Daanbantayan
Last May 3 and 17, 2015 PBSP facilitated the mangrove planting activity in Brgy. Agojo, Tapilon and Tuminjao in the municipality of Daanbantayan. A total of 250,000 propagules of the species Rhizophora (90%) and seedling of Avicenmia(10%) were planted.
Based on the 1st inventory and sampling conducted last May 6, 20135, two hundred thousand (200,000) living mangroves have been estimated in the project site. Entire mangrove population is in excellent condition. No gross signs of diseases or other physical maladies that affect their growth have been observed. The high survival rate can be attributed to good location and the dedication of partner community in maintaining the site.
Gratitude from the community
We consider this project almost complete pending the establishment of a nursery that will continue to supply mangrove seedlings to the communities.
On behalf of the communities in Bantayan island and the municipality of Daanbantayan, we’d like to thank you for the support and we hope you’ll continue to support PBSP programs.
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