As part of its continuing commitment to innovation and collaboration, the VSU Innovation Office, along with the RAISE Program Region 8 Projects and the DA-BAR TBI Project, embarked on a three-day benchmarking visit from July 14-16, 2025. The team visited three key innovation hubs: UPLB’s Technology Transfer and Business Development Office (TTBDO), the AIM-Dado Banatao […]
DSS Soil Health Services Program (DsoHESeP),” an initiative of Visayas State University’s Department of Soil Science, helps farmers discover new ways to unlock the full potential of their land. “Soil has a lot of functions,” says Mr. Sereñina, a project member of DsoHESeP. “One of the pressing challenges with farmers in Region 8 is that […]
Eastern Visayas is set to elevate its ube industry with a stronger focus on organic production. On February 27, 2025, at Visayas State University, the Organikong Magsasaka at Mangingisda sa Rehiyon Otso (OMMRO), in collaboration with PhilRootcrops, the Biodiversity Research Center, Fatima Multi-Purpose Cooperative, and Filipino Ube House, with the support of the Department of […]
The VSU-Technology Business Incubator, in collaboration with Department of Agriculture 8 under the DA-BAR project, joined the 3rd National Agriculture and Fisheries Technology Exhibition (NAFTE) with the theme, “Utilizing Industry Driven Agri-Fishery Technologies towards Progress” this event was participated from regional AFRREDN groups, DA offices, and representatives from the private sector on June 19-21, 2025, […]
This year’s Farmers and Fisherfolks’ Day (FFD) offered more than just celebration—it brought learning to the heart of the event. For the first time in years, the FFD program included a demo and learning site visit. It is a meaningful activity that provides a deeper purpose: to equip farmers and fisherfolk. They had the chance […]
At just 27 years old, Jeffrey Son and Joe Bagarinao are making waves in the agricultural sector as the proud owners of JEJO Farm, a thriving hydroponics farm located in Brgy. Marcos, Baybay City, Leyte. What began as a simple friendship has blossomed into a successful business partnership rooted in shared passion, education, and a […]
The Visayas Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Program (ViCARP) held its Strategic Planning Workshop and Capability Building activity in Coron, Palawan, Philippines, on 18-20 February 2025. The main agenda of the workshop was to define ViCARP’s vision, mission, and goals and formulate strategies for the next four years, ensuring a clear path for its […]
