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  • Isabel (Leyte)

    Definition

    Isabel, officially the Municipality of Isabel, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, located within the Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a historic island province known for the San Juanico Bridge, geothermal energy, and farming (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Isabel, Leyte
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Isabel,_Leyte
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Isabel (Leyte, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Isabel Leyte agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Isabel
    • Isabel Leyte

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including copra production and rice farming.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Isabel to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Isabel was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Isabel has roots dating back to pre-colonial coastal settlements, later organized as a parish or pueblo during the Spanish colonial regime, and formally established under modern Philippine municipal laws.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Typhoon Destruction

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Limited Local Jobs

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Leyte Province
    • Eastern Visayas
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Isabel, Leyte — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Irosin (Sorsogon)

    Definition

    Irosin, officially the Municipality of Irosin, is a municipality in the province of Sorsogon, located within the Bicol Region (Region V), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a southern tip of Luzon province famous for whale shark tourism, abaca, and agriculture (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Irosin, Sorsogon
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Irosin,_Sorsogon
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Irosin (Sorsogon, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Irosin Sorsogon agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Irosin
    • Irosin Sorsogon

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including whale shark tourism and abaca crafting.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Irosin to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Irosin was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Irosin was organized as an agricultural settlement during the Spanish colonial period, transitioning into a formal municipality during the American civil government era.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Volcanic Ash Mudflows

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Typhoon Damage

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Sorsogon Province
    • Bicol Region
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Irosin, Sorsogon — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Ipil (Zamboanga Sibugay)

    Definition

    Ipil, officially the Municipality of Ipil, is a municipality in the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, located within the Zamboanga Peninsula (Region IX), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a Mindanao province rich in rubber plantations, seaweed farming, and aquaculture (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Ipil,_Zamboanga_Sibugay
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Ipil (Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Ipil Zamboanga Sibugay agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Ipil
    • Ipil Zamboanga Sibugay

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including rubber harvesting and seaweed farming.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Ipil to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Ipil was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Ipil was historically settled by indigenous and Muslim communities before undergoing migration surges and administrative organization during the American period and mid-20th century.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Vast Agricultural Waste

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Regional Security Management

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Zamboanga Sibugay Province
    • Zamboanga Peninsula
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Inopacan (Leyte)

    Definition

    Inopacan, officially the Municipality of Inopacan, is a municipality in the province of Leyte, located within the Eastern Visayas (Region VIII), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a historic island province known for the San Juanico Bridge, geothermal energy, and farming (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Inopacan, Leyte
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Inopacan,_Leyte
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Inopacan (Leyte, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Inopacan Leyte agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Inopacan
    • Inopacan Leyte

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including copra production and rice farming.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Inopacan to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Inopacan was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Inopacan has roots dating back to pre-colonial coastal settlements, later organized as a parish or pueblo during the Spanish colonial regime, and formally established under modern Philippine municipal laws.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Typhoon Destruction

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Limited Local Jobs

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Leyte Province
    • Eastern Visayas
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Inopacan, Leyte — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Initao (Misamis Oriental)

    Definition

    Initao, officially the Municipality of Initao, is a municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental, located within the Northern Mindanao (Region X), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a industrial and agricultural corridor in Mindanao, rich in fruits and logistics hubs (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Initao, Misamis Oriental
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Initao,_Misamis_Oriental
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Initao (Misamis Oriental, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Initao Misamis Oriental agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Initao
    • Initao Misamis Oriental

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including copra production and industrial logistics.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Initao to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Initao was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Initao was historically settled by indigenous and Muslim communities before undergoing migration surges and administrative organization during the American period and mid-20th century.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Industrial Waste Containment

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Coastal Storm Surges

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Misamis Oriental Province
    • Northern Mindanao
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Initao, Misamis Oriental — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Infanta (Quezon)

    Definition

    Infanta, officially the Municipality of Infanta, is a municipality in the province of Quezon, located within the CALABARZON (Region IV-A), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a large agricultural province known for coconut plantations, marine resources, and festivals (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Infanta, Quezon
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Infanta,_Quezon
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Infanta (Quezon, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Infanta Quezon agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Infanta
    • Infanta Quezon

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including coconuts cultivation and copra production.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Infanta to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Infanta was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Infanta was organized as an agricultural settlement during the Spanish colonial period, transitioning into a formal municipality during the American civil government era.

    Challenges and Controversies

    High Typhoon Frequencies

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Limited Provincial Highway Lanes

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Quezon Province
    • CALABARZON
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Infanta, Quezon — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Indang, Cavite

    Definition

    Indang is a first-income-class municipality in Cavite, Philippines, on the inland plateau west of Tagaytay. It is an agricultural and educational town known for coffee, coconut, fruit trees, and vegetables, and for hosting the main campus of Cavite State University (CvSU). The town blends rural upland farming with a growing academic community.

    Identities

    • Wikipedia: Indang
    • Wikidata: Q133517
    • DBpedia: http://dbpedia.org/resource/Indang,_Cavite

    Also Known As

    • The University Town of Cavite (informal)
    • Home of Cavite State University

    Examples and Analogies

    Indang is comparable to Los Baños in Laguna: an inland municipality shaped by a major state university, agricultural research, and a surrounding farm economy. Like Los Baños, it is a knowledge-and-agriculture hub rather than a purely commercial center.

    Usage Scenarios

    Indang appears in discussions of university-town development, agricultural extension, and rural education. CvSU is a venue for agricultural research and farmer training. The municipality also supplies produce to nearby cities and houses students and staff.

    Strategies

    Local strategies leverage the university for knowledge-based development: agri-technology transfer, student enterprises, eco-tourism around springs and farm trails, and better road links to Trece Martires and Tagaytay, while preserving farmland and watersheds.

    Security and Safety Measures

    Indang maintains municipal police and barangay tanods, with attention to student-area security near the university, typhoon preparedness, and upland flooding in low-lying barangays. Campus security is coordinated with CvSU guards.

    Historical Context

    Indang is among Cavite’s older municipalities, with colonial-era parish roots. During the Revolution it was linked to the Katipunan conflict: Andres Bonifacio and his brother Procopio were captured in the vicinity in 1897 after the Tejeros Convention. It later became an educational center with what is now CvSU.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Indang faces land-conversion pressure, debates over university and subdivision expansion, and infrastructure strain on Tagaytay-corridor roads. The historical association with Bonifacio’s capture remains a sensitive heritage topic.

    Related Topic

    Cavite

    References

    1. Indang

  • Indanan (Sulu)

    Definition

    Indanan, officially the Municipality of Indanan, is a municipality in the province of Sulu, located within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a archipelagic province in Mindanao known for exotic fruits, pearls, and fisheries (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Indanan, Sulu
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Indanan,_Sulu
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Indanan (Sulu, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Indanan Sulu agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Municipality of Indanan
    • Indanan Sulu

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including pearl harvesting and exotic fruits cultivation.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Indanan to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Indanan was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Indanan was historically settled by indigenous and Muslim communities before undergoing migration surges and administrative organization during the American period and mid-20th century.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Island Logistics Costs

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Regional Security Management

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Sulu Province
    • BARMM
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Indanan, Sulu — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Inabanga (Bohol)

    Definition

    Inabanga, officially the Municipality of Inabanga, is a municipality in the province of Bohol, located within the Central Visayas (Region VII), Philippines. It is a local government unit characterized as a island province famous for the Chocolate Hills, tarsiers, eco-tourism, and farming (Wikipedia, PSA)

    Identities

    Source Type Identity
    Wikipedia Inabanga, Bohol
    Wikidata N/A
    DBpedia Inabanga,_Bohol
    ProductOntology N/A
    Wiktionary N/A
    Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) Inabanga (Bohol, Philippines)
    MeSH N/A
    NCBI Taxonomy N/A
    AGROVOC N/A
    Google Scholar Inabanga Bohol agriculture economy development
    ConceptNet local center
    OpenCyc N/A

    Also Known As

    • Inabanga
    • Municipality of Inabanga
    • Inabanga Bohol

    Examples and Analogies

    • Local Farming Center: Serves as a vital consolidation point for local agricultural goods including eco-tourism and coconuts cultivation.
    • Community Settlement: Contains residential areas and local schools supporting families involved in agriculture and commercial trades.

    Usage Scenarios

    1. Acquiring Farmland

    An agribusiness firm purchases agricultural land in a rural barangay within the municipality to grow local crops.

    2. Opening a Local Business

    A retail merchant leases commercial space near the municipal hall of Inabanga to provide household goods to the local community.

    Strategies

    • Coordinate property investments with the local municipal Zoning Office to ensure compliance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.
    • Align agribusiness schedules with regional road access conditions, particularly during the wet season.

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Verify the registration status and title annotations at the provincial Registry of Deeds before concluding land transactions.
    • Ensure that residential structural designs conform to local building standards for wind and rainfall resistance.

    Historical Context

    The municipality of Inabanga was settled during historical migrations and Spanish or American colonial organization. The municipality of Inabanga has roots dating back to pre-colonial coastal settlements, later organized as a parish or pueblo during the Spanish colonial regime, and formally established under modern Philippine municipal laws.

    Challenges and Controversies

    Water Utility Capacity

    The local government continuously monitors infrastructure to mitigate the impact of seasonal weather, ensuring regional roads remain open.

    Heritage Site Preservation

    Balancing local community development with the preservation of natural forest cover and agricultural resources is a municipal priority.

    Related Topic

    • Bohol Province
    • Central Visayas
    • Zoning
    • Registry of Deeds
    • Comprehensive Land Use Plan

    References

    1. Inabanga, Bohol — Wikipedia
    2. Philippine Statistics Authority — Official Website

  • Impasugong, Bukidnon

    Definition

    Impasugong, officially the Municipality of Impasugong (Binukid and Higaonon: Banuwa ta Impasug-ung; also spelled Impasug-ong), is a municipality in the province of Bukidnon, Philippines, within Region X (Northern Mindanao). According to the 2024 census it has a population of 55,901. It is a highland municipality regarded as a heartland of the Higaonon indigenous people, with an economy based on upland agriculture, corn, sugarcane, and livestock, and it includes a tree park a short drive from the town center.

    Identities (Wikipedia/Wikidata/DBpedia)

    • Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Impasugong,_Bukidnon
    • Wikidata: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q357075
    • DBpedia: http://dbpedia.org/resource/Impasugong

    Also Known As

    • Impasug-ong (alternate spelling)
    • Higaonon highland municipality of Bukidnon
    • Largest-municipality contender by land area in Bukidnon

    Examples and Analogies

    Impasugong is like a frontier highland in the best sense: wide cattle ranges, corn and sugarcane fields, and forested ridges stretch across one of Bukidnon’s largest land areas. Its Higaonon communities give it a cultural depth comparable to other indigenous heartland municipalities of northern Mindanao.

    Usage Scenarios

    • A highland cattle and corn ranching municipality
    • A center of Higaonon indigenous culture and customary governance
    • A destination for upland eco-tourism and tree-park visits

    Strategies

    • Recognition and support of Higaonon ancestral domains and traditions
    • Sustainable upland ranching and crop diversification
    • Reforestation and watershed management across large land areas

    Security and Safety Measures

    • Forest-fire prevention during the dry season
    • Protection of ancestral domains and community lands
    • Road safety on remote mountain barangay roads

    Historical Context

    Impasugong developed as a northern highland municipality of Bukidnon, long inhabited by the Higaonon people. Over the 20th century it saw the expansion of ranching, corn, and sugarcane alongside efforts to recognize indigenous rights, while retaining a largely rural and upland character.

    Challenges and Controversies

    • Balancing agribusiness with indigenous land rights
    • Deforestation and watershed pressures from upland farming
    • Service delivery across a large, sparsely settled land area

    Related Topic

    Bukidnon – the highland province whose northern municipalities, including Impasugong, hold large indigenous Higaonon communities and extensive upland farms.

    References

    1. Impasugong, Bukidnon
    2. Bukidnon