Improve forest resource use and ensure sustainable methods of business operation. Establish formal and informal ties with the Philippines government and private institutions. Link enterprise groups to mainstream markets for their products. Progress Report Field offices established. EnterpriseWorks set up offices Tuguegarao in the Sierra Madre region and in Puerto Princesa on Palawan and hired necessary staff.
Group assessments underway.
Field assessments of two target groups were completed in late 1999, with a third scheduled for early 2000 and a fourth in late 2000. Assessment results will provide the basis for business and organizational strengthening plans for each group. Natural Products Commodity Report.