Evaluating Corporate Social Responsibility Programs among Small-Scale Sugarcane Farmers in Davao Del Sur
Michelle M. Comilang | Luciano D. Nasibog, Jr.
Discipline: business and management (non-specific)
Abstract:
The study aimed to assess which corporate social responsibility program effectively improves
sugarcane production among small-scale farmers in Davao del Sur. The study used a descriptivequantitative survey design conducted in Davao del Sur province. The study administered survey
questionnaires to the selected 182 sugarcane farmers and eight representatives (chairpersons/general
managers) from an organization with the help of stratified random sampling techniques. The study also
utilized descriptive statistics, frequency distribution, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) as statistical
tools. The result showed that small-scale sugarcane farmers and organizations are typically informed about
and satisfied with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Nonetheless, insufficient financial
resources impede their ability to benefit fully. The farming organizations exhibit a democratic leadership
approach and equitable gender representation, perhaps enhancing marketing initiatives. Although both
farmers and organizations convey contentment, organizations exhibit greater satisfaction due to increased
involvement in program implementation. Effective corporate social responsibility programs include
livelihood support, skills development, improved agricultural methods, and market accessibility. Based on
the findings, the Sugar Regulatory Administration could enhance its monitoring and evaluation to ensure
that growers benefit most from these programs. Improving awareness and increasing the accessibility of
financial support could alleviate the resource limitations that farmers and organizations encounter.
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