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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐏𝐞𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐏𝐢𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐙𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐎!

The name was chosen through the participation of the SciComare and SciCompare sa SciComunidad ng Mindanao.

Congratulations to the project team led by Dr. Leonilo Abella, and to Mr. Oscar Francisco for this significant contribution through the naming of ZAMPUERCO.

More than a name, represents a significant milestone for Western Mindanao, reflecting a heritage deeply rooted in the region’s culture, identity, and agricultural traditions. It stands as a symbol of a locally developed innovation that the people of the region can proudly call truly their own.

𝑼𝒑𝒔𝒄𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒅 𝑪𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒗𝒂 𝑩𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒄𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰𝑬𝑪 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒔 𝑫𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒑

Held on May 20, 2026, at the MISTO Conference Room, WMSU, IEC materials were further enhanced through the training workshop spearheaded by the Inclusive Science for Livelihood in Agri-Aqua in Small Islands (ISLA) Project and the Regional Agri-Aqua Innovation System Enhancement (RAISE), in partnership with WESMAARRDEC and the Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator (ATBI).

Incubatees and science communicators from various partner agencies such as BFAR, ZSCMST, the NICER Project, ABH, IPTBM, and the Colleges of Nursing and Engineering of WMSU were trained in "Canva basics and IEC materials development" to effectively communicate simplified and laymanized scientific information.

The training was facilitated by resource speakers Ms. Kimberly Joy R. Kilat, WESMAARRDEC SciCom Cluster Coordinator, and Asst. Prof. Cedrick S. Zabala, graphic artist from the Office of Quality Assurance of Western Mindanao State University (WMSU).

Content creation and publication materials were further strengthened through a session on “Intellectual Property Rights and Proper Use of Digital Content,” delivered by Engr. Arvic S. Francisco, IPTBM-ITSO Manager of WMSU.

The activity not only challenged the creativity of the participants but also enhanced their skills in science communication through well-crafted IEC materials.

WESMAARRDEC supports initiatives like this that promote accessible, understandable, and simplified science information for wider reach and more effective technology transfer.

Photo Credits: RAISE-WMSU

EYES HERE 👀

DOST-PCAARRD is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Startup Grant Fund (SGF) Program.

The SGF Program offers financial and technical support to eligible startup and spinoff companies commercializing technologies in the agriculture, aquatic, and natural resources (AANR) sector. It prioritizes ventures with strong potential for market adoption and measurable contributions to national development. The initiative aims to accelerate the growth of innovation-driven enterprises while strengthening the country’s agri-aqua innovation ecosystem. Submission of proposals is on May 15, 2026.

DOST-PCAARRD encourages startup and spinoff companies to take advantage of this opportunity to access funding and scale up their technologies toward market readiness and impact.

Details of the requirements in this link: https://tinyurl.com/2026-sgf

DOST-PCAARRD is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Startup Grant Fund (SGF) Program.

The SGF Program offers financial and technical support to eligible startup and spinoff companies commercializing technologies in the agriculture, aquatic, and natural resources (AANR) sector. It prioritizes ventures with strong potential for market adoption and measurable contributions to national development. The initiative aims to accelerate the growth of innovation-driven enterprises while strengthening the country’s agri-aqua innovation ecosystem. Submission of proposals is on May 15, 2026.

DOST-PCAARRD encourages startup and spinoff companies to take advantage of this opportunity to access funding and scale up their technologies toward market readiness and impact.

Details of the requirements in this link: https://tinyurl.com/2026-sgf

𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑴𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓’𝒔 𝑫𝒂𝒚!🌹

Your hands may carry the weight of hard work, but they also carry love, hope, and strength for your families and communities. Every harvest is a reflection of your dedication, patience, and sacrifice. Thank you for being the silent heroes who continue to feed the nation while caring for your loved ones with endless love.