PhilRootcrops

IN PHOTOS | 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢-𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠, 𝐋𝐞𝐲𝐭𝐞

PhilRootcrops conducted a Training on Rootcrop Production and Processing on May 6, 2026, as part of the Agri-Aqua Fair 2026, one of the major highlights of the Fiesta celebration of the Municipality of Hindang, Leyte.

The activity aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of local farmers on sustainable rootcrop production, product development, and value-adding technologies to improve productivity and livelihood opportunities.

Serving as resource persons were Science Research Aide Mr. Ricardo Jarofe Maranguit, who discussed rootcrop production covering key practices from land preparation to harvesting, and Food Technologist Ms. Mary Rose Maniego, who facilitated the session on rootcrop processing and value-adding, demonstrating practical techniques and product innovations that enhance the economic potential of rootcrops.

The training was attended by members of various farmers’ associations in Hindang, Leyte, who actively participated in the discussions and learning activities.

Through these initiatives, PhilRootcrops continues its commitment to capacity building, empowering local farmers and supporting livelihood enhancement through rootcrop value-adding practices.

IN PHOTOS | 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐰𝐒𝐒𝐔 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐔𝐛𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠

PhilRootcrops, in collaboration with Northwest Samar State University (NwSSU), conducted a Capability Building for Farmers on Sustainable Organic Ube Production and Processing on April 27, 2026, at the PhilRootcrops Training Hall, Visayas State University, Baybay City, Leyte, which brought together farmers and representatives from various LGUs.

Serving as the resource person was Senior Agriculturist Mr. Dioscoro Bolatete, who delivered technical discussions and practical guidance to further enhance the participants’ knowledge and competencies in organic ube production and processing.

The NwSSU delegation was led by the Director for Research, Innovation, and Extension – San Jorge Campus, For. Eduardo G. Espejon Jr., together with the Director of SIOARDC, Dr. Jessie R. Sabijon, and the Head of Extension Services, Ms. Jayrose P. Ortiz.

As part of the initiative to support ube production, each participant was provided with purple yam seedlings after the training, serving as planting materials to apply the knowledge gained and promote sustainable ube production in their respective communities.

Happy birthday to our esteemed Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovation, Dr. Santiago T. Peña, Jr.!

Your visionary leadership continues to inspire breakthroughs, empower communities, and elevate our university’s pursuit of excellence and impact. Through your thoughtful efforts, research becomes more felt, extension more meaningful, and innovation more empowering and transformative.

The whole VSU community is truly grateful for your passion and dedication towards bringing us into greater heights.

Once again, happy birthday Doc Dodoy!