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TITLE: DESTRUCTION OF ZAMBO MOUNTAINS

AUTHOR: Manny Piñol

DATE PUBLISHED: January 7, 2018

KEY INFO: An aerial survey revealed extensive deforestation in the Zamboanga Mountain Range on January 5, 2018, allegedly due to illegal logging by a company, SODECO (formerly DACON). The destruction of the Zamboanga mountains has resulted in severe flash floods and mudslides, leading to massive loss of life and property of the residents in Sibuco and other towns along the coast of Zamboanga del Norte.

https://mindanaotimes.com.ph/illegal-logging-tragedy-claims-life-in-laak-davao-de-oro/

TITLE: Illegal Logging Tragedy Claims Life in Laak, Davao de Oro

AUTHOR: Rhoda Grace Saron

DATE PUBLISHED: May 22, 2024

KEY INFO: An illegal logging operation in Laak, Davao de Oro, led to a tragic incident on May 20, 2024. During the incident, a dump truck loaded with illegally cut lumber attempted to avoid a military checkpoint after the truck driver refused to stop. That resulted in an accident that caused the death of Jay Redondo.

TITLE: DENR probing own personnel for illegal logging in Surigao

AUTHOR: Chris V. Panganiban

DATE PUBLISHED: February 23, 2023

KEY INFO: The illegal cutting of ironwood trees (also called as mangkono) in the forests of Lianga town, Surigao del Sur province, is being investigated by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) due to allegations of staff involvement.

TITLE: One Mindanao: Illegal Logging

AUTHOR: One Mindanao

DATE PUBLISHED: June 19, 2020

KEY INFO: The NBI in Samal Island confiscated several chopped trees due to lack of permit.

TITLE: Illegal logging endangers south Philippines

AUTHOR: Al Jazeera English

DATE PUBLISHED: Jan 22, 2012

KEY INFO: When a tropical storm struck the south of the Philippines in December, killing more than 1,000 people, illegal logging was blamed for making the damage much worse. More than a month later, the logging ban is still being ignored. This, combined with rapid urbanisation and a lack of preparedness, are contributing to what some in the country are calling "a modern-day-natural calamity". Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports from the flood-hit Mindanao region.

TITLE: Mining and logging threaten a wildlife wonderland on a Philippine mountain

AUTHOR: Bong S. Sarmiento

DATE PUBLISHED: APRIL 27, 2021

KEY INFO: Mount Busa in Mindanao, Philippines, is a key biodiversity area and bird conservation site. It harbors rich biodiversity, including the endangered Philippine eagle and orchids. Despite its ecological importance, Mount Busa faces threats from logging, mining, and poaching. Local conservation efforts are underway, and in March 2020, part of the mountain was declared a local conservation area. However, further protection is needed under the country's Expanded National Integrated Protected Areas System (E-NIPAS) to safeguard its flora and fauna.

TITLE: say no to deforestation!

AUTHOR: E. Matters

DATE PUBLISHED: February 11, 2021

KEY INFO: Deforestation creates significant problems for Cagayan de Oro, including habitat loss, a higher risk of natural disasters, and impacted communities. "No to Deforestation!" calls for immediate action to avoid deforestation's negative impact on the Philippines' forests, biodiversity, and communities.

TITLE: Mt. Apo Natural Park | DENR Soccsksargen

AUTHOR: DENR12 Official

DATE PUBLISHED: Apr. 08, 2021

KEY INFO: The DENR and its partner local government units and stakeholders enjoin the public to take part in the protection of Mt. Apo Natural Park.

TITLE: Globe and Hineleban Foundation “rainforestation” efforts underway, now covers 34 hectares in Bukidnon

AUTHOR: MANOLO FORTICH

DATE PUBLISHED: March 19, 2018

KEY INFO: Globe Telecom, in partnership with the Hineleban Foundation, is addressing the issue of deforestation in Mindanao through a “rainforestation” project aimed at restoring 300 hectares of degraded primary rainforests in Bukidnon and Lanao del Sur. With a P30 million commitment over five years, the initiative focuses on reforestation, food security, and sustainable livelihoods for indigenous communities such as the Lumads and Maranaos. This project combats the effects of excessive logging, which has reduced the country’s forest cover to less than 1.8%, threatening wildlife ecosystems and local livelihoods.

TITLE: AMAZING MAN MADE FOREST OF TAGUM CITY DAVAO DEL NORTE PHILIPPINES

AUTHOR: Angkol Jj vlogs

DATE PUBLISHED: Sep 5, 2024

KEY INFO: This vlog by Angkol Jj vlogs features Tagum City, namely, Tagum City's man-made forest, which became an attraction, particularly in ecotourism. The vlogger is incredibly thankful to the person who made this beautiful spot, as this is very helpful to the environment, promoting a place that Tagumwenyos can enjoy and that they can also be very proud of as this contributes to nature.

TITLE: Seven things data tell us about deforestation and devastating floods in Davao Region

AUTHOR: Rommel F. Lopez

DATE PUBLISHED: May 16, 2024

KEY INFO: The Davao Region is experiencing significant deforestation due to unauthorized logging activities in territories such as Davao de Oro and Davao Oriental. This quick depletion of forests exacerbates the region's susceptibility to devastating floods and landslides.

TITLE: Climatu halts mining firm’s operations amid river discoloration in Davao Oriental

AUTHOR: DENR website (www.denr.gov.ph)

DATE PUBLISHED: Jan. 20, 2022

KEY INFO: The DENR Secretary Roy A. Climatu has ordered the suspension of a mining company’s extraction activities following the heavy situation of Mapagba and Pinatatagan rivers in Banaybanay town, Davao Oriental province on January 14.

TITLE: MINDANAO: The Land of Promise, Holding a Key to Environmental Defense Worldwide, by Em Butler

AUTHOR: Em Butler

DATE PUBLISHED: March 25, 2022

KEY INFO: This article features Mindanao, also known as "the land of promise," and its ecoregion of old-growth rainforest called Pantaron Mountain Range, calling it the backbone of the biodiversity of the Philippines. The article also features the Indigenous people of Mindanao, better known as Lumads, who witnessed the historic unity and victory against loggers and colonizers, and continues to weave resilience and defense against the threats to the land and people of Mindanao.

TITLE: Bendum: In the Heart of Mindanao - PREVIEW

AUTHOR: Anthony Collins

DATE PUBLISHED: September 20, 2008

KEY INFO: The Lumad community in Bendum, located in the Pantaron Mountain Range, has witnessed large-scale logging and resource extraction that has severely degraded the forests. This deforestation has stripped the land bare and endangered the wildlife that depends on these ecosystems for survival. The destruction of forests threatens biodiversity and disrupts the traditional way of life for Indigenous communities, who rely on the forest for sustenance and spiritual connection.

TITLE: 𝟮𝟭 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗜𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗦

AUTHOR: DENR Forest Management Bureau

DATE PUBLISHED: March 20, 2022

KEY INFO: The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through the Forest Management Bureau (FMB) presents ForeSTART-UP 101: A Webinar on Forests and Sustainable Production and Consumption.

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/371069491_Overview_of_priorities_threats_and_challenges_to_biodiversity_conservation_in_the_southern_Philippines

TITLE: Overview of priorities, threats, and challenges to biodiversity conservation in the southern Philippines

AUTHOR: Angelo Rellama Agduma, Francisco Gil Garcia, Ma Teodora Cabasan, Jonald Pimentel, Renee Jane Ele, Meriam Rubio, Sedra Murray, Bona Abigail Hilario-Husain, Kier Celestial Dela Cruz, Sumaira Abdullah, Shiela Mae Balase, and Krizler Cejuela Tanalgo

DATE PUBLISHED: May 26, 2023

KEY INFO: The research paper examines the impact of illegal logging in Mindanao. The authors emphasize the contribution of illegal logging to deforestation, habitat loss, and the destruction of biodiversity, directly threatening species in the region.