Evaluation of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund-Rice Extension Services Program (RCEF-RESP) 2019-2024

Evaluation Objectives

The study aims to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of the implementation of the RCEF-RESP. The key evaluation questions below shall serve as a guiding approach for the evaluation process.

1. Assess the extent to which the RCEF-RESP is achieving its intended outcomes based on the log frame.
2. Evaluate the cost-effectiveness of the RCEF-RESP and determine if the program is a worthwhile investment.
3. Assess the sustainability of the RCEF-RESP program to ensure its long-term viability and continuous impact on rice farmers.
4. Provide recommendations for enhancing the implementation and effectiveness of the RCEF- RESP.

Scope of Services and Methodology

The study will cover the RCEF-RESP beneficiaries of the following components:

1. Training (Specialists' Training Programs, Training of Trainers (ToT), Training for Farmers, Seed Growers, Farm Machinery Operators, and Other Beneficiaries Sustainability of Training Programs)
2. Strategic Communication Services (IEC Materials, Information Caravan/Roadshow, Information Campaign/Drive, School-on-Air, Knowledge Sharing and Learning)
3. Enterprise Development Assistance
4. Development of Farm Schools
5. Scholarship Program (Farm Field School and Rice Machinery Operations; Drying and Milling Plant Servicing and Small Engine Servicing)