Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Barangays of Banna (Espiritu) in the Ilocos Norte province within Region 1 in the Republic of The Philippines
Balioeg • Bangsar • Barbarangay • Binacag • Bomitog • Bugasi • Caestebanan • Caribquib • Catagtaguen • Crispina • Hilario (Pob.) • Imelda • Lorenzo (Pob.) • Macayepyep • Marcos (Pob.) • Nagpatayan • Sinamar • Tabtabagan • Valdez • Valenciano (Pob.)

The Philippines has been a "decentralized" form of government since 1991, contrary to what most Filipinos think. Ever since the creation of Republic Act 7160, each LGU is responsible for its own domain. Even the smallest LGU the barangay creates its own Budget. It is not dependent on handouts from the city, municipality or province. "IMPERIAL MANILA IS A MYTH!", it does not exist anymore. The Philippine budget formulation system is not centralized. "Budgetary planning has been DECENTRALIZED since 1991". It is the responsibility of each LGU to submit their budgetary needs for review. Failure to submit is the problem.

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Banna Municipal Hall

Wars of ancient history were about possessions, territory, power, control, family, betrayal, lover's quarrel, politics and sometimes religion.

But we are in the Modern era and supposedly more educated and enlightened .

Think about this. Don't just brush off these questions.

Why is RELIGION still involved in WARS? Isn't religion supposed to be about PEACE?
Ask yourself; What religion always campaign to have its religious laws be accepted as government laws, always involved in wars and consistently causing WARS, yet insists that it's a religion of peace?

WHY??

There are only two kinds of people who teach tolerance:

The Bullies. They want you to tolerate them so they can continue to maliciously deprive you. Do not believe these bullies teaching tolerance, saying that it’s the path to prevent hatred and prejudice.
The victims who are waiting for the right moment to retaliate. They can’t win yet, so they tolerate.

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Banna,
Ilocos Norte Province, Philippines

Geography of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

Banna Land Area (as of 2007, in hectares)= 9,273

Location of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

Banna is in the Ilocos Norte province.
Ilocos Norte is within Region I in the island of luzon

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History of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

The town is formerly known as Espirtu, Ilocos Norte. The name changed to Banna under Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) Resolution No. 120-95 on March 20, 1995; ratified on March 10, 1996.

People of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

Banna Population (as of Aug 1, 2007 Census) = 18,161
Banna Registered Voters (COMELEC 2009) = 12,139

Elected Government Officials of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Elected Government Officials on May 10, 2010

Mayor - Carlito N. Abdilla
Vice-Mayor- Carlito A. Abadilla, II
Sangguniang Members:
ABC PRESIDENT: Hon. Alberto Ramirez
SK Federated President: Hon. Abner Dave Manuel

Mayor: Carlito A. Abadilla, II 2007-2010

by Flordelina B. Utleg, March 17, 2011; updated April 23, 2011

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Businesses in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Real Estate for Sale or lease in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Churches, Mosques, or Places of Worship in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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At the town proper of Banna, there are different churches and they are the following: • Bethel Baptist Church • Four Square Church • Iglesia Filipina Independiente • Iglesia ni Cristo • Roman Catholic Church • Seventh Day Adventist • United Christian Church of the Philippines (by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 24, 2011)

Schools in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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The Elementary Schools of Banna
- Brgy. 4 Marcos - Banna Central Elem School - Mrs. Dolena Magadia
  - (Pupils of Banna Central Elementary School are from
    - Brgy. 1 Valenciano, Brgy. 2 Hilario,
    - Brgy. 3 Lorenzo and Brgy. 4 Marcos)
- Brgy. 5 Nagpatayan - Nagptayan Elementary School
- Brgy. 6 Bangsar - Bangsar Elementary School
- Brgy. 7 Imelda - Imelda Elementary School
- Brgy. 8 Bomitog - Bomitog Elementary School
- Brgy. 9 Sitio Quiaoit, Binacag - Quiaoit Memorial Elementary School
- Brgy. 10 Macayepyep - Macayepyep Elementary School
- Brgy. 11 Catagtaguen - Catagtaguen Elementary School
- Brgy. 12 Sitio Lading, Balioeg - Lading Elementary School
- Brgy. 13 Caestebanan - Caestebanan Elementary School
- Brgy. 15 Valdez - Valdez Elementary School
- Brgy. 16 Bugasi - Bugasi Elementary School
- Brgy. 17 Tabtabagan - Tabtabagan Elementary School
- Brgy. 18 Caribquib - Caribquib Elementary School Mrs. Dolena Magadia
- Brgy. 19 Barbarangay - Barbarangay Elementary School
- Brgy. 20 Crispina - Crispina Elementary School Mrs. Dolena Magadia

Public High Schools:
- Lorenzo - Banna National High School Mr. Joel Manuel
- Caestebanan - Caestebanan National High School
- Brgy. 18 Caribquib - Caribkib National High School Mrs. Milagros A. Sagadraca
- Brgy. 11 Catagtaguen - Catataguen National High School Mr. Alex Antonio A. Rupisan

Private High School
- Brgy. 4 Marcos - Banna Academy, 1 Zamora St. Valenciano, Banna (Espiritu), Ilocos Norte

by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 23, 2011

Economy of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Natural Resources of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Tourists Attractions of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Paraiso ti Caribquib (Paradise of Caribquib) is located in Sitio Daramuangan, Caribquib, Banna, Ilocos Norte. We can find the first Zipline (160 meters long)in Banna, Ilocos Norte. It has also hanging bridge (30 meters long) connecting the two mountains. The grotto of Virgin Mary is situated at the mountain side of the northern part of the zipline.

The tourist spot has a spacious parking area and cottages where picnickers could stay. The said place is still in the progress of development. There are also T-shirts to be sold as souvenirs.

Entrance fee is Five pesos (P5.00); Fifty pesos (P 50.00) for Zipline per ride; One hundred pesos (P100.00) per cottage.

Caribquib has its vision - "To make BARANGAY CARIBQUIB BEAUTIFUL, PRODUCTIVE AND PEACEFUL COMMUNITY."

The founder of "Paraiso ti Caribquib" is Hon. Adonis B. Manuel. He was born on December 29, 1968 in Caribquib, Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. He graduated in 1997 at Northwestern University and a holder of Certificate in Police Science Technology. (Flordelina B. Utleg, March 17, 2011; updated as of April 23, 2011)

Festivals, Fiestas and Traditions of Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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The festival of Banna is celebrated every 1st - 3rd day of April and called it PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL. Panag-buos is an Ilocano term which means “time for abuos”. Abuos is a kind of big ant that lay eggs and it is a delicious exotic food. They live in trees located in the hills and mountains around the town proper as well as in the rural areas. There are specific trees in the forest where these abuos weave leaves for them to lay eggs. They usually lay eggs occasionally during the month of April. PANAG-ABUOS FESTIVAL includes variety of activities. Every Saturday of March, there is a singing competition and they called it “Samiweng.” Samiweng is a local dialect of Banna for love songs. The judges usually come from the different towns, cities or provinces. Among the contestants, there are only five (5) to be chosen for the grand finals. The Grand Finals is being held on the last day of the town fiesta. The Champion is given the biggest cash prize and tallest trophy while the others receive smaller amount of money and trophy. This is done after the Coronation Night of Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan and Miss Banna. On the 1st day of April, there is a Search for Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan which is a popularity contest. Contestants come from different countries where former native of Banna resides now. They called it Balikbayan Night. Balikbayan is a local dialect used to refer to people from Banna who migrated to different countries who are coming back for vacation. The contestant who drops the highest amount of money will be the Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan which is called The Queen. Her royal court will compose of First Princess, Second Princess, Third Princess and Fourth Princess. Each will be given a sash, bouquet and trophy during the coronation. On the 2nd day of April, there is a Search for Miss Banna which is a Beauty and Brain contest. The lucky candidates will become Miss Banna - The Queen, First Princess, Second Princess, Third Princess and Fourth Princess. Each will receive cash, sash, bouquet and trophy on the coronation night which is being held on the last night of the town fiesta. During the celebration, they also present the different ethnic dances and their own folk dance – Surtido Banna and sometimes they sing the folksong- Bannatiran. Bannatiran is a kind of bird which has silky brown feather with dotted white on its breast. On the last day, the Miss/Mrs. Balikbayan and Miss Banna with their princesses will ride on a float to have their parade around the town proper. Some of the different candidates will throw candies to the people on the streets who are watching them. During the festival, they usually sing the Banna Hymn before they start any program to show their love and loyalty to their beloved town. Every May 2nd of the year, the Summer Sports Fest begins. This is done every day until the last day of the month. The Championship Game is also held on the last day.. It is held at the Multi-Purpose Hall of Banna. Basketball tournament is for men while volleyball is for women. This is sponsored by the municipality of Banna. Awarding Ceremony is held just after the Championship Game where winners will receive cash prizes and trophies. by Flordelina B. Utleg, April 25, 2011

Your Story about Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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THE VISION AND MISSION OF BANNA:

VISION

BANNA, a progressive, Peaceful, Healthy and Environment-Friendly Community.(Banna Administration, 2008)

MISSION

BANNA shall pursue Agro-industrial, Eco-Tourism Development, Advanced Technology, Balanced Ecology through Committed Leadership and Governance Nurtured by Active People's Participation. (Banna Administration, 2008)

BANNA HYMN

Gameng a naitampok ti BANNA
Karayan mo ken ubbog nasin-aw da
Tanap, pagtatalonan pangnamnamaan
Nabaknang a bantay kabakiran

BANNA lugar a nadaeg
Pagtaudan rimat masakbayan
Dayaw mo ti inkam saluadan
Saguday mo naruay
Ili a “BANNA”

Sadinno man pagdaliasatan
Sikat-bituen iti kaunggan
Balligi-natarnaw kasam-itan
Isagot – mi- kenka ili a BANNA

BANNA lugar a nadaeg
Pagsarmingan rimat masakbayan
Saguday mo inkam saluadan
Ay-ayaten daka ili a BANNA.(Banna Administration,2008)

The municipal officials and employees will sing the Banna Hymn after the singing of the National Anthem every Monday of the week at 7:30 in the morning.

by Flordelina B. Utleg, March 17, 2011)

The oldest man or woman in Banna, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

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Ilocos Norte's famous Banna Rice Coffee brings progress to province

by Carlo P. Canares

Source: Philippine Information Agency

Laoag City, Ilocos Norte (2 September) -- What happens when you mix ingenuity, dedication, research, quality and competitiveness?

The result is Banna Blend (Rice Coffee with Soya).

The Project Management Staff of Bagnos Multi-purpose Cooperative in the town of Banna, Ilocos Norte is brewing a very famous beverage, and its aroma hints a lucrative enterprise.

The B.A.G.N.O.S (Bassit a Ganansia Naurnong Omado Sanikua) MPC was organized on October 28, 2000 and registered with the Cooperative Development Authority on December 21, 2000. Starting from a very small membership of 12 and measly capital of P4,457, Bagnos MPC has served as an agent of change in the locality where poverty was a common spectacle. Now, it has 355 members from barangays Binacag and other barangays of Banna, Nueva Era and Laoag City.

Originally just a credit facility and a consumer store for its members, it has expanded its services to palay trading, goat raising and hog fattening; and on January 22, 2008, the Bagnos MPC set out for yet another major undertaking- Rice Coffee Production. Just goes to prove that the right blend of strong teamwork, dedication, vision, quality & competitiveness and the right help can lead to success.

The Department of Labor & Employment (DOLE) Region 1, under Director Henry John Jalbuena, through its Poverty-Free Zone Program granted the cooperative the amount of PhP895,500.00 for the purchase of equipment and materials for rice coffee production. Since then, what used to be just a homegrown tradition of rice coffee preparation among Ilocanos, has become a main enterprise in the community that is now generating employment and income for locals and a tourist attraction.

The Product

lend is a very competitive product for its truly exotic, natural and nutritive value, all in a cheap price! It is made of all natural raw materials. It has no preservatives and no caffeine, and considered a good remedy for gas pain, ulcer and liver problems. The rice consists of fiber, Vitamin B, protein and carbohydrate. The soya is known for its high protein content, vitamins, minerals, fibers and "isoflavones" which are useful in preventing osteoporosis and controlling menopausal disorders. It can also help prevent breast cancer, and may prevent or slow prostate cancer growth in men.

The association uses the principle of time and motion to avoid wastage of resources and to systematize workflow. The raw materials pass through a strict step-by-step process to ensure quality control.

Banna has 12,800 hectares agricultural land planted to rice with annual yield of 5.25 tons per hectare during the first cropping; 2nd cropping, 40%. Moreover, the cooperative is also engaged in palay trading, which ensures the availability of the raw material for the product. On the other hand, some barangays in the municipality like Sinamar, Tabtabagan and Binacag are producing 3 tons of soya beans per hectare, out of 50 hectares of land. Further, the project site is just a few kilometers away from the towns of Solsona and Dingras, the biggest producers of rice in the Province of Ilocos Norte.

Promotions

Due to the product's competitive quality and comparatively cheaper price, big Trade Fairs such as the Agraryo Trade Fair at the SM Mega Mall (June 3-8, 2008), OTOP Summer Trade Fair at the Aurora Park, Laoag City (May 12-18, 2008), among others, have opened doors for wider markets. Consistent increase in the production of the product over the past 1 year and 2 months indicates a growing demand for it.

Various shops and stores in the LGUs of Banna, Nueva Era and Laoag City serve as stable local markets for the coffee products. With the strong support of the LGU of Banna in promoting the product, OFWs in Hawaii, Spain and London have been bringing abroad Banna's Blend by volume.

The SB of Banna passed Resolution No. 2008-09 Adopting Rice Coffee as the OTOP of the LGU, and Designating the MPDO as the OTOP Coordinator (the product is a nominee for 2009 Outstanding OTOP MSME Award). Not only did the effort put more value in Banna's Blend, it was helpful in promoting it as one of the municipality's tourist attractions. True enough, with the constant efforts of the LGU of promoting tourism, the product was featured in ABS-CBN Studio 23's magazine shows Tablescapes and TNT (Trip Na Trip).

elping the association even further in establishing markets for its Rice Coffee, the LGU of Banna regularly buys the product, and gives it as gifts to guests during special occasions.

To penetrate even bigger Supermarkets and groceries, the association has applied with the BFAD for Bar Code. The application is now on process.

Project Impact

All 355 members of the association are benefitting from the project through dividends. Twenty four (24) members directly benefit from it as workers, while 27 derive income through commission from sales. Members' access to health services has been enhanced through membership in SSS and Philhealth.

Aside from the DOLE as the primary source of assistance, the LGU of Banna and other agencies such as the DTI and DAR are in collaborative efforts to provide comprehensive services to the association through promotional strategies and trainings.

The Cooperative's Assets

As of writing time, the cooperative's assets-including its building, equipment and other properties, working capital, capital build up, savings, receivables, etc.-have reached about PhP 4.8 million.

th Rice Coffee with Soya production as its new core business, the MPC is again building up its size and value. Only 1 year and 2 months since its actual operation in May 2008, the project's accumulated gross sales amount to PhP257,594.00 during the first 6 months and PhP326,910.00 from January 2009 to December 2009.

In an interview, Ms. Amelia Bautista, the Project Manager, said, "Banna Blend is our triumph. Not only has it provided additional income for members and non-members of the cooperative, it has made coffee, a famous beverage, healthful and beneficial." (PIA)