U.S. Department of Agriculture Food for Progress and Section 416(b) Reporting Format LOGISTICS & MONETIZATION REPORT Please See “Guidelines for USDA Food for Progress and Section 416(b) Reporting”  for examples and tips on filling out this form. 1. Cooperating Sponsor 2. Agreement Number PLANET AID, INC. FCC-612-2009/008-00 3. Country Name(s) 4. Final Report?  MALAWI YES NO X Nov 15th 2011 6. Report Date 5 5. Report # (1,2, etc.)  April 1st to Sep 30th 2011 7. Reporting Period 8. CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOXES: Food for Progress Section 416 (b) x Direct Feed  x Monetization COMMODITY LOGISTICS INFORMATION (Complete this section for all programs) Table A.  GENERAL COMMODITY INFORMATION (quantities in actual NMT) Include sub­totals (by commodity) and Totals Commodity DNS/NS wheat Agreement  Allocation 30,000MT Total 30,000 Amount Received 10,000MT 10,000MT 10,000MT 30,000MT Date Received Month/Year Oct 2009 Dec 2010 Oct 2011 Balance OMT Expected Delivery  Date N/A OMT N/A Table B. COMMODITY RECEIPT AND LOSSES (quantities in actual NMT) Include sub­totals (by commodity) and Totals ­­­­­­­­­­Losses/Damages (L/D)­­­­­­­­ Report # (1,2, etc.) Commo­ dity Bill of Lading Amount 1 DNS/N S DNS/N S 5,000MT 5,000MT *) DNS/N S DNS/N S DNS/N S DNS/N S 2 3 4 5 TOTAL Amount Rec’d at Port (Survey Report) Ocean Tran­sport L/D Inland Trans­ port L/D Ware­ house L/D Distri­ bution L/D Total Losses/ Damages Balance N/A 0,0MT 62.25MT 0.0MT 12.850MT 0.0MT 0.0MT N/A 0 5,000.0M T 4,937.75 MT N/A 0 0 0 N/A 9,999.9 73MT 9,999.4 74MT 10,010.7 0MT 9,920.45 8MT -10.727MT 17,6MT 0 79,016MT (7.142MT ) 29,999. 447MT 29,868,9 08MT 130.539MT 23.308 MT 1 0.0MT 75.100MT 5,000MT 4,924.90 MT N/A 6.873MT 9,993.1 0 N/A 71,874MT 9,927.60 MT 0.0MT N/A 153.847M T 29,845.6 00MT 9. Provide an explanation for any commodity losses/damages, and any problems encountered in the  commodity delivery process. (Specify when, where, and why.) 79.016MT were reportedly short landed as per letter handed to the Vessel's captain. However, the receiving survey report at the final destination reported a total quantity received of 9,927.600MT. 7.142MT more than reported at landing. Therefore no inland losses reported. 10. List any claims on lost or defective goods. What is current status of these claims? Claims have not yet been submitted as the survey reports were finalized simultaneously with the completion of this report. Loss reports will be compiled and submitted in the next reporting period. 11. Was the port able to adequately handle the commodity offloading without a large loss of  commodity; did the port authorities and customs authorities handle the commodity clearance  process efficiently?  Was the surveyor present? Was he cooperative? Note name and firm of surveyor. Yes. The losses were not caused by the port. 12.  Were any measures taken to cut down on warehouse expenses, i.e. sharing space with other  commodities, other PVOs, etc.? Not Applicable 13. Were there any security measures that worked well or not well (warehousing)? Not Applicable 14. Did the country’s intermodal system (trucking, rail, etc.)provide timely delivery?  What were your  experiences? The transfer of commodity by road was much quicker with less losses than in previous shipments. A notable improvement. 2 DIRECT DISTRIBUTION INFORMATION If no commodities were used for direct distribution/feeding during this reporting period, go directly to the “Monetization Information” section of this report. Table C. DIRECT DISTRIBUTION (quantities in actual MT) Include sub­totals (by commodity) and Totals Report # Commodity Amount Distribu­ ted (NMT) Distribu­ tion Region Type of Institution (Include Food for Work) Number of Recipient Insti­ tutions Number of Benefi­ ciaries  Sub­total Total 15. What have been the project impacts on the beneficiaries and the community?  How did the  targeted recipients/participants respond to the food aid/donation? N/A 16. Compare the progress to date with planned project targets. N/A 17.  Describe how the monitoring procedures as outlined in the agreement are functioning,  noting any adjustments or changes made. N/A 18.   Was the commodity appropriate for the country/region?  If not, could another commodity  and/or package type, have been used that would have improved the program? N/A 19. Has this distribution program helped reduce the need for future food aid?  Have new or are potential development prospects evident?  N/A 3 MONETIZATION INFORMATION (Use this section only if program involves sale of commodities) 20. Sales ­ Were any commodities sold during this reporting period? X YES NO If “NO”, use this block to provide a brief explanation and fill out only the “aggregate” section in Table D. Sales were conducted in June 2011. Table D. SALES (Include Totals) Report # Commodity 1 HRW Wheat 2 N/A 3 DNS/NS 4 N/A 5 DNS/NS Date(s) of Sale (Month/Yr) Amount Sold (NMT) Price per MT (LC) July 09 10,000MT 449.288 Exchange Rate (LC to USD) N/A Proceeds Generated (LC) July 2010 10,000MT 375.00 N/A 3,750,000.00 June 2011 10,000MT 560.344 N/A 5,603,444.00 4,492,880.00 Sub-totals 30,000MT 13,846,324.00 Aggregate Totals 30,000MT 13,846,324.00 21. Barter ­ Were any commodities bartered in exchange for other commodities or services? YES NO x If yes, please describe the terms of the barter in this block. N/A 22. Has a separate special interest bearing account been  established? Table E. SPECIAL FUNDS ACCOUNT  Include Totals Re­ port # Begin­ning Balance (LC) Sales Deposits (LC) Interest Earned  (LC) Other Program Income (LC) 1 2 3 4 5 Total Deposits (LC) YES Total Disburs­ ments (LC) X NO Account Balance (LC) 0 2,260,000 1,467 0 2,261,467 902,528 1,358,939 1,358,939 2,232,880 (38,410) 0 2,194,470 1,346,941 2,206,468 2,206,468 750,000 23,453 0 773,453 1,771,355 1,208,566 1,208,566 2,725,000 (104) 0 2,724,896 2,894,079 1,039,382 1,039,882 4,211,250 (41,290) 4,169,960 1,853,048 3,356,294 Aggr. 12,179,130 (54,884) 0 12,124,246 8,767,952 3,356,294 Total 23. Use of Funds ­ Were any funds disbursed from the Special Funds Account during this reporting period? 5 YES NO X If “NO”, use this block to provide a brief explanation. Table F. USE OF FUNDS (values in thousands) Include Totals 1-5 Report # Amount (LC) 2,187,977 1-5 1,174,563 Establish and support new Farmers’ Clubs 1 1-5 13,263 Establish and support new Farmers’ Clubs 2 1-5 1,092,455 Total Control of the Epidemic 1-5 1,560,408 Provide Teacher Training 1-5 2,519,562 Construct and establish a new teacher training college 1-5 219,724 Total Use of Funds Expand existing Farmers’ Clubs Professional Services 8,767,952 24. Describe any issues or discrepancies in the monetization process and procedure. No issues noted 25. Describe any problems encountered in the receipt and disbursement of funds: None experienced 26.  Describe your experience with the local banking system.  Is it more capable of dealing with future transactions of a similar nature? DAPP Malawi uses Standard Bank and National Bank in Malawi, which have been very reliable. These banks are well functioning and capable of dealing with these kinds of transactions. FINAL INFORMATION (Complete this section for all programs) 27.  Describe how this program has helped develop infrastructure/marketing channels (i.e. ports,  warehouses, inter­mobile transportation systems, stores, commodity markets, etc.) N/A 28.  Is there an increase in privatization? N/A 29.  Were taxes levied on the imported commodities?  If so, was it at a level such that  program implementation was jeopardized? According to the sales contract, taxes are the responsibility of the buyer; however, these are not significant enough to jeopardize the program. 6 30.  If the (salvageable) commodity had to be reconstituted, what was done to minimize the  commodity loss?  Would dual language commodity labels aid in the program's effectiveness?  Why or why not? Bags that required reconstitution were reconstituted immediately at the port and at the receiving warehouse under the supervision of the surveyor. Dual language labels are not needed.. 31. Were program objectives accomplished as defined in the signed agreement? If so, to what  degree? (Both qualitative and quantitative if feasible). What objectives were left  unaccomplished? Why? The program is comprised of the following elements: - Expand Existing Farmers Clubs to complete an already established training program, develop market linkages and achieve greater sustainability. - Establish and Support New Farmers’ Clubs to increase farm income through training in agricultural production and marketing and through provision of small agribusiness grants. - Support Total Control of the Epidemic (TCE) Program to promote behavior modification and reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS. - Provide Teacher Training to prepare teachers to work in rural primary schools. - Construct and Establish a New Teacher institution and a boarding school. Training College to serve as a learning Expansion of Existing Farmers’ Clubs Expansion of the existing Farmers’ Clubs commenced on October 31, 2009. The program targets the 12,000 farmers who enrolled in the Farmers’ Clubs, which started in January 2007 with funds from the first FFP contract. Beyond the promotion of diversification of crops and assistance with forming farmer cooperatives, the training during the two year extension of the program focused on the commercialisation of their farming: increased production of cash crops, food processing and marketing. Farmers have been equipped with skills, which are useful for them as they continue their quest to enhance their production and sales. This program element will be concluded by the end of 2011. Planed outputs and achievements so far: Install 500 rope pumps - The planned output has been achieved by 100%. 500 pumps for irrigation have been installed. Carry out 360 farming workshops - The planned output has been achieved by 100% with all 360 farming workshops conducted. - 12,000 targeted farmers have been trained on sustainability and value addition for their crops with the aim of increasing crop sales. Plant 4 million tree seedlings - The project achieved 105% of the goal, planting 4.2 million trees. The trees were planted in orchards and woodlots and as boundary hedges and live fences. Planted varieties include jatropha, moringa, acacia and other nitrogen fixing trees such as msangu and glilicidia, as well as fruit trees such as mangoes and Oranges. - Farmers have also been equipped with knowledge on the nutritional values of moringa and how it is prepared for eating. The program is moreover encouraging farmers to use 7 firewood saving stoves to reduce the number of trees cut down for firewood. Provide livestock as pass-on grants - 3,672 piglets and 790 goat offspring were passed from one farmer to another - this has significantly increased the income base of recipient farmers at household level. - Out of the 8 surviving dairy cows, four have produced calves. Farmers have started realizing benefits from milk production and this is improving their nutrition and income. The Club members have become motivated to invest in dairy production after having experienced the results from these first “model cows”. Provide health and hygiene education - Campaigns, targeting the farmers on different health issues like malaria, TB and HIV/AIDS, have been conducted in all project areas. All 12,000 farmers have improved their hygiene and health practices in prevention of communicable diseases following these campaigns. All the farmers also have improved toilets, dish racks, refuse pits, and firewood saving stoves enabling them to live healthy and productive lives. The following expected outcomes will be measured after the end of program period: - 240 existing demonstration fields have been sustained 75 percent of farmers and their families are food secure 80 percent of farmers have improved market linkages 70 percent of farmers have access to water for drinking - 40 percent of farmers have access to water for irrigation - 70 percent of farmers have improved farming techniques - 80 percent of farmers engaged in environmentally friendly practices - 75 percent of farmers engaged in animal husbandry - 75 percent of farmers have improved nutrition and hygiene increased knowledge about basic health and have An evaluation will be undertaken in 4th quarter of 2011 as this program element will be concluded for activities in the field by the end of October. Establish and Support New Farmers Clubs: Enroll and mobilize 6,000 farmers Six thousand farmers have been enrolled in Farmers’ Clubs with the purpose of increasing food security and improving the living standard, nutrition and health of the beneficiaries through training and practicing sustainable agriculture. Interested participants were informed about the program and the 3 requirements for enrollment: self-motivation, participation and dedication. The communities decided among themselves who qualified and should enroll. 8 Planned outputs and achievements so far: Establish 120 model fields - All 120 model fields were established and have played a major role in motivating farmers to adopt new farming methods to save on labor and inputs and to improve the quality of the soil. The established model fields are being used as training and learning grounds of those farmers who could not be enrolled in the program for them to adopt and do the right thing in their fields. Provide training in farm management and economy - All 6,000 farmers have been trained in farm management and economy. The adaption rate is above 90% showing that the farmers have realized the importance of farm management. Carry out 720 farming workshops - 428 farming workshops have been conducted. The workshops are reaching the farmers with a range of information and new skills within agricultural technology, farm management and disease prevention. Sharing of knowledge and experiences among farmers has greatly improved. Install 532 irrigation wells and rope pumps - A total of 312 rope pumps have been installed and another 62 are under installation. Access to water for irrigation by farmers has increased following the installation of the rope pumps and this has furthered their agricultural production during both the rainy and dry seasons. The focus now will be on training new farmers on how to operate the pumps. Provide seeds (approximately 55 MT for project duration) - 18 metric tons of cassava cuttings and potato vines have been distributed during the reporting period making the total distribution 48 metric tons. The seed multiplication process has yielded good results for the farmers in the program. Both cassava cuttings and sweet potato vines have been passed on to second-generation farmers. Every farmer in the program has a plot of cassava and sweet potato for seed multiplication. Farmers are earning income from the sale of sweet potatoes and vines. They are expected to start harvesting cassava, which will be both a source of food and income for the farmers. Distribute 2,000 hoes - 1,000 hoes were distributed. Each club organized a group of 10 farmers to manage the distribution. Households taking care of orphans or other vulnerable individuals were favored during distribution Provide 1,500 pass on grants in the form of live stock During the reporting period, 700 goats and pigs were distributed to clubs as pass-ongrants. Off springs will be passed on to other farmers in the program. The following expected outcomes will be measured after the end of the program period: - 75 percent of farmers are growing one hectare of food for consumption and have a garden for vegetable production 40 percent increase in income for participating farmers 60 percent of farmers have access to water for drinking 40 percent of farmers have access to water for irrigation 80 percent of farmers practice environmentally friendly farming methods 50 percent increase in number of people engaged in animal husbandry Total Control of the Epidemic This element of the program is implemented in Blantyre and Thyolo Districts in the Southern Region of Malawi. It seeks to reach 300,000 people with HIV/AIDS related information. 9 Achievements so far: Reach 300,000 people with information and counseling about HIV/AIDS - During the reporting period, 20,338 people have been reached with information and counseling on HIV/AIDS, making the total number reached by the program 396,080 or 123% of the goal. Provide HIV and AIDS counseling for behavior change to 70% of the recipients, equal to 210,000. - 262,791 (125% of goal) people have received HIV and AIDS counseling for behavior change resulting in the drawing up of personal risk reduction plans with support from Field Officers. Refer people to existing voluntary counseling and testing services. - 134,110 people were mobilized to approach the nearby health centres for HIV and AIDS counseling and testing and 15,896 persons (6,238 males, 8,983 females) were tested in their homes during door-to-door testing conducted by Field Officers. Refer pregnant women to Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission programs. - 7,563 pregnant women have been reached with Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) related messages and been tested for HIV either at the nearby health centre or by Field Officers during door-to-door testing Establish 316 gardens with vegetables and nutritional herbs for those living with HIV/AIDS. - A total of 224 vegetable and herb gardens have been established facilitated by Field Officers and local volunteers called "TCE Passionates". Lessons were conducted on nutritional issues and on how herbs can be used to boost the immune system, especially for those who are not yet taking medication. The vegetable and herb gardens are currently benefiting many people in the project area - both those participating in the project and others - in improving their immune system. The following expected outcomes will be measured after the end of the program period: - 60 percent of the program participants have made an individual risk-reduction plan - 60 percent increase in number of people having access to Voluntary Counseling and Testing - 50 percent increase in number of women receiving assistance to prevent transmission of HIV to their child - 60 percent of the people in the operational areas have improved their nutritional status Provide Teacher Training The goal is to train 600 new teachers and benefit 4,000 community members from the outreach programs initiated by the DAPP teacher training colleges. Planned outputs and achievements so far: Train students as primary school teachers over the 3-year project period. - 756 students, thereof 493 females (65%) and 263 males, have been trained at the 3 Teacher Training colleges during the period under report. From the 756 students in training, 198 students were trained at Amalika TTC, 321 at Chilangoma TTC and 237 at the 10 newly opened Dowa TTC. The opening of Dowa TTC has meant a considerable increase in the number of students in training. At Dowa TTC, 7 students with special needs have been accommodated in the training; they have different physical impairments such as low vision and reduced hearing. The college has a Special Needs lecturer employed specifically for these students. - The goal of training 600 students has been exceeded by 26%. 4,000 community members are to benefit from outreach programs over the 3-year project. - The reporting period has seen a total of 8,915 adults and children over 7 benefiting from the outreach programs at the 3 Teacher Training Colleges. 650 community members have participated in community lessons such as Adult Literacy, HIV/AIDS, Health Awareness and Environmental Protection at Amalika whilst at Chilangoma TTC, 398 community members participated in the Community Education program and other activities at the Youth Centre. As for Dowa TTC, 607 people have participated in Community education, 290 in Environmental projects and 100 in Girls’ Clubs. A total of 6,870 community members have participated in clubs started by students in teaching practice at Amalika and Chilangoma Teacher Training Colleges respectively. - There has been a slight change in the focus of the community education in the colleges during the reporting period. A relatively higher number of people have been involved in activities related to environmental preservation and conservation farming. A new component of introducing and constructing firewood saving stoves together with the communities around the colleges and nearby primary schools has also been added. This was introduced in cooperation with the Farmers’ Club program to protect the environment and reduce the negative impacts of deforestation. Develop model gardens at existing teacher training colleges. - The model gardens at the teacher training colleges have been developed in a number of ways. The use of conservation farming techniques when growing maize has been intensified and this has yielded positive results. Especially in areas where rainfall was limited, the harvest of maize was considerably higher at the DAPP TTC model gardens compared to fields where traditional techniques were used. Some of the model gardens have been equipped with drip irrigation systems and a 2-week cycle planting plan for vegetables is being implemented. This secures that the kitchens are supplied with different kinds of vegetables on an ongoing basis. Previously, there could be weeks without homegrown vegetables intercepted by periods of surplus production, as all vegetables were ready for harvesting at the same time. The own production of vegetables remains at around 60 % of the total consumption at the colleges. Develop teacher training program and curriculum to fit changing needs. - The efforts to develop the existing curriculum have continued during the reporting period. Staff members from the 3 Teacher Training Colleges have taken part in actions to review and update the curriculum and teaching materials. Updated tasks and reading materials for the subject: “The World in Which We Live” have been produced. - Ten of the college’s teachers have begun studies at One World University in Mozambique, which will lead them to a Bachelor of Education degree. Additionally, 14 teachers have started distance studies leading to the same qualification. Completing these studies means that the teachers will be fully conversant with the ideas and methods of the Humana People to People teacher training concept and will be able to take the implementation to a new level. Improve and expand infrastructure facilities of existing DAPP colleges. Renovations were carried out for Chilangoma TTC, with 20% of the 8,000 square meters of the buildings painted. Efforts are still taking place to connect DAPP Amalika TTC to the national Electricity Grid Construct and Establish a New Teacher Training College. 11 The program objective is to construct and establish the third DAPP Teacher Training College. Achievements So far: One new teacher training college constructed and equipped - Dowa Teacher Training College is being constructed with additional funds from Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Finland and DAPP Finland. Phase one, 4000 square meters, was completed in the previous reporting period and phase two, also comprising of 4000 square meters, has now also been completed and equipped. Work is progressing with developing the remaining infrastructure, such as walkways, sports grounds, etc. Computer network and server has been installed. 32.  What were the short and long­term direct/indirect impacts of the program to the targeted  recipients/participants?   SHORT + LONG TERM INDIRECT IMPACT Activity Short-Term Indirect Impact Farmers Clubs - Greater diversity of crops available in the targeted areas - Increase of crops available in the target areas due to the members being able to harvest 3 times annually - Increase of income for the members - Improvement of the nutrition level and overall health in the member families - The members are inspiring other farmers in the targeted areas via practical examples - Increased knowledge in good farm management practices TCE - Greater knowledge and awareness about HIV/AIDS among all individuals in TCE areas - Greater openness and reduced stigma amongst people in the 4 TCE areas - Increased number of activities to support people living with or affected by the virus - Increased number of activities to keep the awareness level high in the community 12 Long-Term Indirect Impact - Improved food security for 18.000 members and their families - Reduction of poverty in the targeted areas - Higher degree of sustainable farming amongst the members - Behavior change amongst people in the TCE areas Decrease of mother to child transmission Decrease in the spread of the virus Improved lives and prolonged lifespan for those living with HIV/AIDS Improved lives for those affected by HIV/AIDS Activity Teacher training The New teacher Training College Short-Term Indirect Impact - Students have graduated or will graduate as qualified primary school teachers - Increased number of qualified teachers to primary schools in rural areas - The program at the college reaches out to the local community via Open Days, community lessons and workshops - - - More jobs available for the local community during construction period Students will graduate as primary school teachers, and hence improve chances of being employed The program at the college reaches out to the local community via Open Days, Community lessons and workshops Long-Term Indirect Impact - Improved pass rate among the children receiving lessons - Decrease in the number of drop-outs - Improved educational level - Improved collaboration between teachers and parents of the children receiving lessons - Improved overall health amongst the children receiving lessons - Improved conditions in the rural primary school under the headline of making schools child friendly - Increased number of community activities in areas where graduated teachers or student teachers are working - - - 13 Improved pass rate among the children receiving lessons Decrease in the number of drop-outs Improved educational level Improved collaboration between teachers and parents of the children receiving lessons Improved overall health amongst the children receiving lessons Improved conditions in the rural primary school under the headline of making schools child friendly Increased number of community activities in areas where graduated teachers or student teachers are working 33.  Unexpected project outcomes, both positive and negative, as defined in the signed  agreement should be noted. (Both qualitative and quantitative if feasible). Teacher Training and Curriculum development DAPP Training Colleges have since inception in 2003 worked closely together with the Ministry of Education and the government’s Teacher Training Colleges. Over the past 6 months, though, more interaction has been initiated by the Ministry as the government colleges have been urged to “copy” as much as they feel they can use from the DAPP Teacher Training Colleges’ concept and curriculum. They are particularly interested in including community activities in order to play a more significant role in their area of operation and to equip their student teachers with the skills and experiences to initiate such activities where they will be working. Also, the agriculture production around the 3 DAPP Colleges has been given much attention. The recently opened Machinga Teacher Training College sent representatives from the teacher council to DAPP Amalika TTC to learn about the DAPP concept of organizing the students in responsibility groups of 4 students, with the intention of creating a similar structure at their TTC 34. Has your organization had an audit (which meets the A­133 audit guidelines) within the  last year?  If yes, please submit audit, with a cover letter, to the address below. If no,  please explain.  Yes 35. How were your dealings with USDA?  Did you encounter problems with any of the regulations  or rules regarding the program?  Do you feel that the forms, web­sites, and staff are friendly and useful?  What recommendations would you make to improve or streamline these or other  areas? The USDA staff is friendly, open minded and ready to assist at any time. Responses are normally received from USDA within 24-48 hours. Name of report preparer: Ester Neltrup Preparer’s e­mail address: eneltrup@planetaid.org 14 Preparer’s phone #: 410—796­1510 Date prepared: 11/15/11 Save completed report locally as a Word document.  Submit report as an e­mail attachment to   E­ mail questions and comments about this form to the same e­mail address.   Mailing address (for audits and/or hard copy reports):  Ron Croushorn,Director Programming Division Export Credits, Stop 1034 1400 Independence Avenue Washington, D.C.  20250 Courier or hand delivery address (for audits and/or hard copy reports):  [Please phone PD at  (202)720­4221 from lobby for entry into the building] Ron Croushorn, Director Programming Division Export Credits 1250 Maryland Ave.,S.W. Washington, D.C. 20024 This form was last revised on April 13, 2016. 15