Part 1: The Unified Introduction
(All 8 members stand in a line. Member 1 steps forward.)
Member 1 (): "Good morning, esteemed members of the panel. We are here
to present our research titled: 'The effects of African Swine Fever on the
income and challenges of Local Hog Raisers in Mahayag Norte, Catigbian
Bohol' Before we begin, allow us to introduce the researchers."
Part 2: Title, Rationale, and Framework
Member 1 : > "Our study explores the aftermath of the ASF outbreak in
Mahayag Norte. The Rationale is rooted in the fact that while ASF is a
livestock disease, its consequences are deeply human. For our respondents,
pigs are 'living bank accounts.' When the virus hit, it didn't just kill animals; it
dismantled a decades-old financial safety net. Our Theoretical Framework
views this as a socio-economic shock that forces a total restructuring of the
household's survival."
Slide 2: Statement of the Problem & Methodology
Member 2: > "Our research sought to answer four objectives: profiling our
respondents, analyzing income changes, identifying challenges, and
documenting coping strategies. For our Methodology, we used a Descriptive-
Qualitative design. The 'Quantitative' part involved descriptive statistics to
profile our respondents, while the heart of our work utilized Thematic
Analysis to give a voice to the narrative accounts of our 10 respondents."
Part 3: The Birth of the Themes (The Process)
Member 3: > "A critical part of our study was how we developed our themes.
We followed a systematic process: we transcribed every interview, identified
recurring codes—like 'utang' (debt) or 'hadlok' (fear)—and grouped them into
the major themes you see today. We didn't just listen to one person; we used
Data Triangulation to ensure that these themes represented the collective
experience of all 10 respondents."
Part 4: The Findings (SOP 1 - 4)
SOP 1: Profile of Respondents
Member 4: > "In SOP 1, we found that our respondents are not casual
raisers; they are veterans with an average of 16.4 years of experience. With
a pre-ASF herd size of 7.0 pigs, they are classic backyard raisers. This data is
vital because it shows that those hit hardest were the ones who had invested
the most time and heart into this industry."
SOP 2: Effects on Income (Theme 1 & 2)
Member 5: > "For SOP 2, our thematic analysis revealed a Total Financial
Collapse. We created the theme 'Household Budget Crisis' because every
respondent described a 100% loss of hog income. This led to our second
theme: 'Education and Medical Strain.' We came up with this after hearing
stories of parents unable to pay school fare and elderly respondents unable
to buy maintenance medicine. The pig was the barrier between them and
poverty; without it, that barrier fell."
SOP 3: Challenges Encountered (Theme 3)
Member 6: > "In SOP 3, we identified the theme 'Government Assistance
Challenges.' We arrived at this because respondents repeatedly mentioned
that while the LGU helped with papers, piglets were not insured, and no
direct municipal cash was provided. This, combined with the 'Bawal' or
market checkpoints, created a sense of helplessness. We also identified
'Psychological Trauma' as a major theme, as respondents expressed a deep,
lingering fear of losing their investments again."
SOP 4: Coping Strategies (Theme 4)
Member 7: > "For SOP 4, we developed the theme 'Livelihood
Diversification.' We saw a pattern where respondents shifted into
construction, driving, or small vending. However, we also identified a theme
of 'Increased Financial Dependence.' By coding the frequent mentions of
borrowing from '5-6' lenders and cooperatives, we realized that our
respondents are currently surviving on debt while waiting for the industry to
become safe again."
Part 5: Summary, Conclusion, and Recommendations
Summary of Findings & Conclusion
Member 8: > "In Summary, ASF stripped our respondents of their 16-year
financial foundation. In Conclusion, we have found that ASF is a poverty-
driven crisis. A pig in Mahayag Norte is not just livestock; it is a tuition fee, a
medical fund, and a safety net. Its loss has left our respondents vulnerable,
in debt, and paralyzed by fear. We conclude that current aid systems are not
yet enough to help a backyard raiser truly recover."
Recommendations & Closing
Member 1 > "Finally, we Recommend that the LGU move toward more
inclusive insurance that covers piglets and provides subsidies for modernized
biosecurity. We must bridge the gap between 'paperwork help' and 'financial
recovery.' Our respondents have the experience; they just need the security.
This concludes our presentation. We are now ready to address your questions
and clarifications."