The Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PCAARRD), through its Technology Transfer and Promotion Division (TTPD), held a training workshop on effective communication of project results and financial analysis in Cebu City, from March 18 to 21, 2025.
The training was organized as part of the Council’s initiative to effectively communicate the impacts of research and development initiatives of its network. The event gathered 62 extension and deployment practitioners from 23 partner institutions nationwide. It equipped stakeholders to interpret findings, align them with project goals, and apply insights to future decisions.
Additionally, assessing the financial viability and on-farm performance of S&T-derived interventions is essential. Various financial analysis tools can be applied depending on the type of intervention, improvement, or technology introduced in agricultural settings. These tools provide valuable insights into the sustainability and economic feasibility of technology transfer initiatives.
Overall, this training enhances the capacity of partner agencies to effectively prepare and present project results, integrating both impact assessment and financial analysis to ensure the long-term success of various technology transfer projects.
Engr. Jesus F. Zamora, Jr., Regional Director of DOST Regional Office No. VII, welcomed the participants through his representative, Mr. Rino Dominic Cabungcal. He highlighted that a major challenge in technology transfer in Central Visayas is bridging the gap between effective extension project management and long-term sustainability. While promising technologies and research outputs are emerging, there is still a need to improve how financial performance is evaluated and how key results are communicated.
DOST-PCAARRD, TTPD Director Noel A. Catibog underscores the importance of cost-effectiveness, impact, and sustainability in project implementation through proper financial analysis. (Image credit: TTPD, DOST-PCAARRD)
In his message, TTPD Director Noel A. Catibog highlighted that successful project implementation goes beyond execution—it must be cost-effective, impactful, and sustainable. Proper financial analysis ensures that every peso allocated to a project delivers real benefits to farmers and other beneficiaries. A thorough assessment of costs, revenues, and overall impact is essential for maintaining the stability and sustainability of extension projects.
Dir. Catibog also underscored that no matter how well a project is implemented, its success hinges on the ability to effectively communicate its results. Without clear and compelling communication, researchers and project leaders may struggle to gain the trust and support of stakeholders. Effective result communication is not just about reporting data - it is about telling a powerful story that showcases the real impact of these initiatives on the lives of beneficiaries.
Dr. Lily Ann Lando, an S&T Consultant, guided the participants by sharing her expertise on communicating project results. She covered key topics such as the importance of results communication, essential components of an effective results report, structuring reports, presenting both qualitative and quantitative data, evidencing data and impact effectively, and crafting clear and compelling reports.
Dr. Marilyn M. Elauria and Dr. Jessie C. Elauria provided participants with in-depth insights into financial analysis concepts and their key elements for enterprise development and sustainability planning. They introduced various financial analysis tools and their applications, including Partial Budget Analysis, Cost and Return Analysis, and Enterprise Budget Analysis. The training also covered essential financial measures of project worth, such as the Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and Payback Period (PP). Additionally, participants were introduced to impact assessment concepts and frameworks, further enhancing their ability to evaluate and sustain project outcomes.
Dr. Juanito T. Batalon urges participants to apply their learnings and prioritize sustainability to ensure long-term impact and scalability of extension initiatives. (Image credit: TTPD, DOST-PCAARRD)
In his closing remarks, Dr. Juanito T. Batalon, PCAARRD’s Deputy Executive Director for R&D, encouraged participants to apply the tools and insights gained from the training upon returning to their respective institutions. He stressed that making project sustainability a core pillar of every extension initiative is essential to keeping efforts impactful, scalable, and economically sound.
He reminded everyone that producing good results is just the first step. Data, findings, and project outcomes must be transformed into clear, compelling, and actionable messages to maximize their true impact. Whether engaging policymakers, funding agencies, or farmer cooperators, the ability to present a story with clarity and purpose is what drives understanding, adoption, and long-term success.