Innovative Multidisciplinary R&D Projects for Accelerating Community Transformation (IMPACT R&D) Incorporated
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A non-stock non-profit R&D organization in the Philippines piloted by Foresters and an Agriculturist. At IMPACT R&D, we believe that the strength of any project lies in the foundation it’s built on. Before proposing any initiative, we ensure that we already have a solid research backbone, saving both time and resources, and—more importantly—guaranteeing credibility and relevance in the outputs we deliver.
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IMPACT R&D Conducts Orientation Workshop for Bioefficacy Trials Project Team
April 8, 2026
IMPACT R&D convened the project orientation workshop for the Bioefficacy Trials Project, bringing together the Research Team and FARM Philippines representatives to align roles, deliverables, and implementation priorities for the project.
On April 8, 2026, IMPACT R&D conducted an orientation workshop for the Bioefficacy Trials Project in Los Baños, Laguna, following its partnership under the FARM Philippines initiative. The workshop brought together IMPACT R&D staff, the Research Team, and FARM Philippines representatives to align on project objectives, roles, deliverables, and implementation processes.
The project aims to evaluate selected biopesticides under Philippine conditions to determine their efficacy, crop safety, and practical application. The results will support product registration, technology validation, and the wider adoption of environmentally friendly crop protection solutions. During the workshop, participants emphasized the importance of strong coordination and collaboration, with the Research Team leading the technical trials and IMPACT R&D providing project management and implementation support to ensure smooth project execution.
IMPACT R&D Formalizes Partnership Under FARM Philippines Through MOA Signing
March 31, 2026
IMPACT R&D formally entered into partnership under the FARM Philippines initiative through a Memorandum of Agreement signing with PARRFI, reinforcing its role in supporting field testing and validation of biopesticides for safer and more sustainable agriculture.
IMPACT R&D strengthened its commitment to sustainable agriculture through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Philippine Agriculture and Resources Research Foundation, Inc. (PARRFI) on March 31, 2026, at The Manila Hotel. The ceremony was part of the FARM Philippines initiative, organized in partnership with UNIDO and DOST-PCAARRD to promote eco-friendly crop protection solutions.
Through this partnership, IMPACT R&D joins a network of organizations supporting the development, field testing, and validation of biopesticides in the Philippines. The collaboration aims to generate evidence that will encourage the adoption of safer and more sustainable crop protection practices among farmers.
The agreement also reflects IMPACT R&D's broader mission of bridging research, innovation, and community transformation by contributing to initiatives that address agricultural challenges and promote meaningful, long-term impact.
IMPACT R&D & Leads Agri's “Digisaka System” Wins at SBIC 2025 Professional Category
The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) has recognized IMPACT R&D & Leads Agri as one of the standout winners in the 2025 Space Business Innovation Challenge (SBIC) — Professional Category for their project, Digisaka System. The award was officially announced following the SBIC 2025 evaluation by PhilSA.
IMPACT R&D & Leads Agri's Digisaka System combines satellite data with real-time agricultural monitoring and actionable alerts, designed to support local farmers and enhance agricultural productivity nationwide. The project stood out for its technical robustness, scalability, and readiness for deployment.
This recognition underscores IMPACT R&D’s commitment to translating space data into practical, impactful tools that address real-world problems. The team is now preparing for the next phase: piloting and scaling the system for implementation.
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Reference: Araza, A. B., Gagarin, W., Corales, M. C., Osorio, C. P., Mendoza, M. D., & Ancog, R. (2026). Land-use conversion from agricultural production areas to built-up areas in the Philippines for decades 2000–2020: Spatial analysis and policy implications. Land Use Policy, 162, 107874.
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Reference: Araza, A., & Alosnos, E. (2025). Advancing Earth Observation-based methods for rapid mapping and estimation of flood and drought impacts on rice production in the Philippines. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction, 105979.
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