On October 7โ8, 2024, the M3DAS team successfully conducted a series of institutional engagements and field consultations within the Cotabato Mill District. These activities were designed to secure local administrative support and capture foundational data from the region’s sugarcane sector.
Institutional Advocacy and Courtesy Calls
To ensure a coordinated approach to project implementation, the team held formal briefings with key local and national agricultural offices, including:
The Provincial Agriculture Office of North Cotabato
The Municipal Agriculture Office of Matalam, North Cotabato
The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) โ Cotabato
During these sessions, the team presented a comprehensive overview of the M3DAS project, highlighting its core objectives and the specific roadmap of activities slated for the province.
Ground-Level Data Collection
Building on these institutional foundations, the team conducted direct interviews and group discussions to gather preliminary insights from local industry players. Engagement focused on key organizations based in Matalam, Cotabato, including:
Marbel Sugarcane Planters Association
Cotabato Mill District Development Council (CMDDC) Foundation, Inc.
By facilitating these dialogues, the M3DAS team secured vital on-the-ground information regarding the current state of farming practices and machinery availability. These insights are essential for tailoring the projectโs mechanization mapping and data analysis to the specific needs of North Cotabatoโs sugarcane industry.
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