Author : Josue, Danilo S.

Summary : The study was conducted in Barangay Batabat Sur, Buenavista, Bondoc Peninsula, Philippines from October 1997 to September 1998. A field sampling technique involving 60 belt transects (BTs) measuring 100 m2/belt transect was developed and used. Farmers within the BTs were interviwed. The study aimed to appraise, account and valuate applied labor, capital, conservation measures, infrastructure, management and support services (inflow) and soil, timber and crop resources removed (outflow). Relationship of resources to productivity, plant genetic diversity (H), and socio-economic factors were determined and analzed. Development strategies to increase productivity, conserv and protect resources were formulated. For sustainable development at Bondoc Peninsula, intensification and improvement of coconut-based farming system, suitable corn and coconut-based multicropping technology, award of land to tenants, construction of roads and farm facilities, establishment of multi-purpose cooperatives and strong partnership among GOs, NGOs, private groups, research and academic institutions are imperative.