Department of Agriculture NEWS BUREAU OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH ISSN 1655-3942 DA adopts IPM scheme against Brontispa hronicle Gawad Oscar Florendo ht cour photo Visit our official website at http://www.bar.gov.ph Awardee for Outstanding Information Tool for Print According to PCA Administrator C ollowing the alarming outbreak of BAR an invasive coconut pest in the Oscar Garin, the plague ofBrontispa can be asianipm of tesy Fcountry, the Department of controlled and contained through integrated Volume 8 Issue No. 10 Official monthly publication of the Bureau of Agricultural Research OCTOBER 2007 Agriculture (DA), through the Philippine control measures. This includes (1) Coconut Authority (PCA), has devised mechanical control method which involves the and adopted an integrated pest cutting of the young coconut fronds infested .da.gov management (IPM) strategy to control the by the beetle; (2) biological control method Yap promotes abundant & nutritious spread of the coconut pest. IPM is a which involves the mass propagation of .ph combination of different pest-control earwigs, a biological predator ofBrontispa . agri food products strategies implemented to reduce pest Earwigs will be released on infested coconut damage to an acceptable level. trees to feed on brontispa as its prey; and (3) The coconut pest, which was the chemical control which suggests the use of identified asBrontispa longissima Gestro systematic insecticides through trunk n the recent affordability. or the coconut hispine beetle is an insect injection. The devised IPM scheme against the AgriLink/AquaLink/FoodLink He also encouraged the that feeds on the young leaves of Brontispa plague is the result of PCA's Coconut leaf beetle Icelebration held on 4-6 October students to be creative and be the best as coconuts and other palm species. The research, actual observations, and field 2007 at the World Trade Center, Pasay new vegetable discoveries are unveiled pest poses a great threat to the country's experiences. Batangas, Cavite, Quezon, Rizal, Palawan, City, Department of Agriculture (DA) for better nutrition program for families, coconut industry as it is considered The IPM scheme for the control and Albay, Camarines Sur, Sorsogon, Iloilo, Secretary Arthur C. Yap emphasized that households, communities, schools and among the most damaging pest of containment of the coconut pest is already Aklan, Guimaras, Bohol, Eastern Samar, the future of the country lies in the whole country. coconut. The larvae ofBrontispa feeds being implemented with PCA as the lead Northern Samar, Zamboanga, Bukidnon and agriculture. Meanwhile, this year's Pinaka- on young leaves of coconut, leaving it agency. Garin reported that PCA has already Davao. He stressed this during the BEST agricultural crop and fishery scorched in a ragged appearance, while treated more than 70,000 infested coconut Brontispa was believed to be culminating activities of the affair commodities showcased the bountiful the adults leave chewing marks on the trees. introduced in the country in 2004 through wherein winners of the O! May Gulay harvests from rich and fertile soils and leaves. The damage that the pest causes DA has placed Metro Manila under the importation of ornamental palms. In Cooking Contest and the Pinaka-BEST water resources from the different impairs the physiological activity of the quarantine and other 26 provinces that were this regard, the imports of palm seedlings agricultural products were recognized regions of the country. leaves, which can lead to the death of the reported to haveBrontispa infestation. The and germinated seeds from over two dozen and awarded. Yap pointed out that to have plants. Coconuts that are 4-5 years old provinces under quarantine are Ilocos Norte, countries with reported Brontispa Yap mentioned that we should nutritious and healthy food, agriculture are most heavily attacked by this pest. Pangasinan, Nueva Vizcaya, Pampanga, infestation were banned by DA. (Ellaine encourage children, youths and everyone must play an important role in making Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, Aurora, Laguna, Grace L. Nagpala) to eat healthy, nutritious, and delicious the commodities abundant and vegetable recipes because of their sustainable to address the nutritional nutritive value and affordability. He requirements of people in the rural areas made reference to the new vegetable and metropolis. DA implements program to abate use of chemical fertilizers recipes that enable households to cook “If we want to have a steady cheaper and better vegetable supply of agricultural products, we must involve ourselves and be productive for he Department of Agriculture (DA) two types of technologies: Modified Rapid National Agriculture and Fisheries Council preparations as six high schools in Metro a healthier and wealthier ,” he through the Bureau of Soils and Composting (MRC) andTipid Abono (TA). (NAFC) has approved the three-year Manila competed for the coveted award Water Management (BSWM) is MRC promotes farm wastes recycling and financial assistance amounting to PhP 246.0 for originality, innovativeness and concluded. (Dr. Marlowe U. Aquino) T million as a start-up fund for its nationwide implementing the Organic-based composting, which is an alternative Agriculture “Agri-Kalikasan” technology suitable in poverty stricken implementation. Development Program to abate the areas, with farmers having limited capital to Dir. Eleazar said that the dependence of small farmers on chemical- sustain production. Meanwhile, TA promotion of biofertlizer production based fertilizers which are not only technology is an alternative to help farmers technology is hoped to generate income not World Food Day highlights “Right to Food” only for the farmer-cooperators but expensive but are also risky to the their cope with high input costs which promotes he need to realize the human right Yap. The seminar on indigenous plants ultimately to improve the economic health and the environment. This, reported the judicious use and proper mixtures of to obtain adequate food by served as BAR’s participation in the WFD In this issue... activities in the regions. Through this by BAR Director Nicomedes P. Eleazar oil-based chemical fertilizers and recycled ensuring respect, protection, and celebration. project, resource utilization are optimized “T during a brief presentation during the home and farm wastes, animal manures, fulfillment”— this highlights the theme Other agencies involved were the while at the same time protecting the Yap promotes abundant and nutritious...... 1 “Bio-organic Fertilizer Production Project dung, guano, and other forms and for the 2007 World Food Day (WFD) Agricultural Training Institute (ATI), environment through proper disposal and World Food Day highlights “Right to Food”...... 1 Orientation” held on 2 October 2007 at the natural sources of soil ameliorates and celebration highlighting the National Agricultural and Fishery Council use of farm and agro wastes. 2/F RDMIC Bldg., Visayas Ave., Diliman, organic fertilizers in areas where input costs banner,”Right to Food”. (NAFC), DA-Agribusiness and Marketing 72-kg squash aces as “Pinka-BEST” People’s...... 2 Attending the project orientation Quezon City. are too high for farmers. Department of Agriculture System (DA-AMAS) and Bureau of Plant BAR awards 16 outstanding researches in agri...... 3 were RIARC managers and key staff from The presentation was made in The Japanese Government, under (DA) Secretary Arthur C. Yap with Food Industry (BPI). Locally-developed ND vaccine wins PSAS Award...... 4 the Regional Coordination Division (RCD) complementation with an on-going project the RP-Japan Increased Food Production or and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Participants coming from the BAR conducts bio-organic fertilizer orientation...... 4 the KR2 program, in cooperation with the of BAR. (Rita T. dela Cruz) funded and supported by BAR on bio- Representative Kazuyuki Tsurumi attached bureaus and agencies of the Eleazar recieves distinguished alumni award...... 5 organic fertilizer and in cooperation with a organized various programs and Department, Regional Field Units (RFUs), UPLB celebrates Loyalty Day; Velasco highlights...... 5 private institution, the Agro-Forestry Crop activities in observance of the worldwide Regional Integrated Agricultural Research Systems, Inc. (AFCSI). The project is Nutritious malunggay-based recipe wins 2007...... 6 DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE event. Center (RIARCs), Regional Fisheries Food company eyes the potential of malunggay...... 6 implemented in 18 pilot experimental sites BAR Research Centers (RFRDCs), state colleges of the Regional Integrated Agricultural Chronicle Seminar on indigenous plants turn to page 9 Beverage from malunggay...... 7 Research Centers (RIARCs). RDMIC Bldg., Visayas Ave.,cor. Elliptical Rd. Director Nicomedes P. Eleazar BAR promotes nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals ...... 7 In the presentation, Dir. Eleazar Diliman,Quezon City 1104 of the Bureau of Agricultural Research BAR introduces potential product lines from...... 8 stressed that the Agri-Kalikasan program PHILIPPINES (BAR), being the chairperson for the A fresh look atsiling labuyo ...... 8 is a science-based back-to-basic WFD Seminar Committee, led in the Operating the onion industry with OPREMS...... 9 sustainable agricultural and rural conduct of seminars/fora particularly on Empowering upland communities through...... 10 development program that promotes topics concerning indigenous plants. Agricultural cooperatives: Catalyst for profitability...... 11 organic-based farming guided by scientific This is in relevance with the recently DA adopts IPM strategy againstBrontispa ...... 12 principles. launched Indigenous Plants for Health Entered as second class mail at the Quezon City Central Post Office under permit no. 753-01 NCR DA implements program to abate use of chemical...... 12 Initially, the program implements and Wellness RDE Program of Secretary NEWS FEATURE

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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 72-kilogram squash aces as BARChronicle The official monthly publication of DA-BAR “”Pinaka-BEST People's Choice photo by NICANOR B. DEL ROSARIO III photo by RITA DELA CRUZ RITA T. DELA CRUZ managing editor/layout

MARLOWE U. AQUINO, PhD RITA T. DELA CRUZ MA. ELOISA E. HERNANDEZ FERDINAND DAX C. LORENA ELLAINE GRACE L. NAGPALA writers

RICARDO G. BERNARDO AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVES: print manager Catalyst for profitability and answer to globalization The author during one of their JULIA A. LAPITAN field visits in Japan. VICTORIA G. RAMOS Ferdinand Dax C. Lorena circulation that is involved in all aspects of a farmer's life from farm planning to selling, from marketing, understanding about the structure, role and MANUEL F. BONIFACIO, PhD Lifting the 72-kg squash during the pre-screening (right) and final judgement (left). LEARN-he advent of globalization andIT free : banking to technology dissemination and even editorial consultant trade creates a condition wherein management systems of agricultural with the medical treatment, welfare and heavy pumpkin weighing 72 production management practices of the crop the Philippine agricultural sector is cooperative organizations in Japan. education of its members. TMaking rice info technologyThe training created an available in real time MARLOWE U. AQUINO, PhD kilograms was hailed as People's and developed within the culture period in changing fast. Imported food products are JA Yamagata is also a prime decision head, MISD Choice and grand-prize winner for enclosed or developed aquaculture facilities. on the rise, cheap and often subsidized opportunity for the participants to study the maker in the conduct of research and A Japan Agricultural (JA) Cooperatives in the squash category in the search for the The grand-prize winners for each fresh agricultural produce are penetrating development (R&D) in agriculture thereby NICOMEDES P.ELEAZAR, CESO IV Pinaka-BEST Agricultural Harvest held on commodity received a cash-award of PhP the market making our agricultural Yamagata, Japan and see it in the exemplifying a true market driven R&D. adviser 6 October 2007 during the awarding 10,000 while a consolation prize of productivity low compared to our perspective of a highly successful, The good thing about this BAR Chronicle is the official monthly ceremony of the 2007 PhP1,000 were given to the runners-up. Southeast Asian neighbors. Moreover, most effectively organized, and efficiently cooperative is that, farmers become traders publication of the Bureau of Agrilink/Aqualink/Foodlink at the World The commodities include mango, Filipino farmers are still engaged in managed organization. wherein profitability of stakeholders is Agricultural Research (BAR) of the Trade Center, Pasay City, Manila. Cardaba banana, pineapple, papaya, and traditional methods of production and live dispersed as farmers and capitalist work hand yellow corn for the crops category; bitter Department of Agriculture (DA), which A crowd-drawer, the pumpkin was below the poverty line. Uniting the weak in hand. The cooperative also does the market gourd, eggplant, squash, cabbage, and sweet is mandated to ensure that all brought all the way from Davao City as an Under such circumstances, there The basic tenet of an agricultural guaranteeing supply and utilization and potato for the vegetable category; and entry of the Punetespina Orchids and is an urgent need to address these issues cooperative is mutual aid. Those farmers in determining the best price for the products. agricultural research is coordinated tilapia, milkfish, lapu-lapu, carp, black tiger and undertaken for maximum utility to Tropical Plants, Inc. to the said contest. and the answer might lie in the formation a weak economic position must unite and Quality is also assured as products are Sponsored by the Department of shrimp(sugpo) , white shrimp, and fresh help each other for the common good. standardized. agriculture. water shrimp(ulang) for the fisheries of agricultural cooperatives. Agriculture (DA), in coordination with the On 12-29 September 2007, a A cooperative provides a venue to The use of “branding” and first-rate category. “packaging” in all the major products of This publication provides regular Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR), group of 17 Filipinos from the Department lend money, buy raw materials at low price Winning commodities came from Yamagata such as cherries, pears, wines and updates on BAR’s activities as the the Pinka-BEST Agricultural Harvest was of Agriculture (DA) and state colleges and and sell products directly to consumers. Region 11 (Davao del Sur, Davao Oriental beef is a marketing coup. Raw materials are country’s national coordinator for launched in line of DA's priority to make universities (SCUs) attended a “Training This empowers poor farmers through higher and Davao City), Region 1 (Sto. Tomas, profits and an opportunity to alleviate them processed into commodities, carefully agriculture and fisheries R&D; and food available, abundant, and affordable to Programme for Young Leaders” sponsored all Filipinos. Pangasinan and Dagupan City), Region 4A from poverty. packaged and branded with JA Yamagata highlights features and news articles (Rizal, Quezon and Cavite), Region 5 by the Japanese International Cooperation Likewise, the activity contest was Through a cooperative, the assuring quality, product brand, and concerning NaRDSAF-member (Camarines Norte), Region 7 (Cebu City and Agency (JICA). conducted to give due recognition to the standard of farming is increased based on processor's trade name retention to consumers. institutions. Negros Oriental), and Region 2 (Isabela). One of the key objectives of the farmers and fisherfolk who raise and collaborative works and technology sharing. The judges for the search of the program is for the participants to gain produce commodities to their maximum This ensures quality of Implications to agricultural development For subscription and inquiries please Pinka-BEST Agricultural Harvest were East capability with good quality and command Given the level of success, West Seed Company General Manager Mary produce and lowers cost of contact: high value when sold in the market. organizational structure, and the critical role of Ann Sayoc, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic production making it more Applied Communication Section The Pinaka-BEST Agricultural JA Yamagata, it is plausible that it can be Resources (BFAR) Assistant Director Gil competitive in the market as Management Information and Systems Harvests were judged per commodity based replicated in the Philippines. If there is Adora, Ms. Jenny Remoquillo of the against imported goods. Division (MISD) on its weight (45%), length (45%) and cooperation among farmers, businessmen, and Ginintaung Masaganang Ani-High Value Bureau of Agricultural Research overall appearance (10%), and where the local government, agricultural Commercial Crops Program, BAR Assistant Characteristics of Department of Agriculture compared to the usual size of the cooperatives will be a major catalyst in the Director Teodoro S. Solsoloy, and BAR- Japanese cooperative: The 3/F RDMIC Bldg., Visayas Ave. commodities with reference to exhibit agricultural development. Program Development Division Head Case of Yamagata cor. Elliptical Rd., Diliman exemplary size, weight, length, and visual Marketing concepts such as branding Carmencita V. Kagaoan. (Ellaine Grace L. JA Yamagata is a Quezon City 1104 quality that were grown in the normal and the effective use of packaging is also a Nagpala) regional cooperative with almost 21,000 members. It driving force in the success of JA Yamagata as Tel. nos: 928-8624 local 2043-2044 employs 557 people and it gives competitive advantage over imported Fax: 927-5691 or 927-0227 goods through the projection of high quality BAR conducts...from page 4 holds office bigger than the E-mail: [email protected] which serves as one of the pilot sites of and being locally manufactured. Bureau of Agricultural beneficial microorganisms. AFCSI for the BioPlus Activator. There is a great opportunity for Research (BAR) with an Articles are also available online. The project aims to increase the The different regions are Philippine agriculture products. Having asset and liabilities in 2005 Please visit http://www.bar.gov.ph productivity, profitability, and sustainability currently drafting their respective farmers' organizations and cooperatives to of farmers' farming systems through the use proposals in preparation of the valued at Php61B and net operate their own promotion and business of biofertilizers. implementation of the biofertilizer project income of Php93M management is a good start to be competitive Articles may be reprinted with (P1:¥0.39). permission from the management. RIARC managers accompanied by in their respective regions. (Ma. Eloisa E. particularly in handling their goods both for the regional coordinators visited the BPSU, The author (left) with officials from the Yamagata General This is the cooperative Hernandez) Agricultural Research Center, Japan. domestic and international markets.

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photo cour tesy of M CME Empowering upland communities photos by RITA DELA CRUZ BAR awards 16 outstanding throughDampalit watershed project researches in agri & fisheries Rita T. dela Cruz researches and technologies developed and Second prize went to Rose Mary G. generated in the year. It coincides with the Aquino, Orlando J. Lorenzana, Violeta A. ow does one prevent environment Los Baños, Bay, Calauan, and Calamba celebration of the National R&D Week, Peralta, and Vanessa Joy V. Fortin of DA- degradation and still provide and other nearby provinces. The headwater which is observed every first week of Regional Field Unit II-Cagayan Valley Hlivelihood for the upland farmers and of the Dampalit Falls is also a popular October as stated in Proclamation No. 382 Integrated Agricultural Research Center in the communities that depend heavily on tourist spot among the locals. series of 2000. (CVIARC) for their study, “Namnama 2: forest-based resources? To ensure the productive and This year's entries centered on the CVIARC Peanut Crop Improvement Project For the case of the Makiling Forest sustainable management of the watershed, Dr. Kevin F. Yaptenco of UPLB receives theme: "Agriculture and Fisheries R&D High-Yielding Wet Season Variety”. Reserve (MFR), this is certainly no picnic in a participatory upland development project the AFMA Best R&D Paper (applied Toward Agribusiness Development and The third prize went to Severino C. the park. is being implemented by the Makiling research, agriculture category). Agro-industrialization”. Tumamang, Roynic Y. Aquino, Robert M. Center for Mountain Ecosystems (MCME) The forest reserve is a major source Dampalit Falls Winners were awarded based on Atalin, Buena Allyn C. Malbas, Orlando J. of livelihood for many landless farmers in the of the University of the Philippines Los the six categories: applied and adaptive Lorenzana, and Valentino C. Perdido of DA- adjacent and nearby communities of Los Baños College of Forestry and Natural Founding Anniversary of SAMALUP on 14 researches (agriculture), applied and RFU II -CVIARC for their study, “New Open Baños that they have become antagonistic to Resources (UPLB-CFNR). This is in October 2007, Brgy. Lalakay, Los Baños, adaptive researches (fisheries), Pollinated White Flint Corn Varieties in Support any government intervention. collaboration with a farmers' organization- Laguna. development research, and socio- to Food Security in Region 02”. Past records show that punitive Samahang Magsasaka sa Mataas na Lupa “This project provided us adequate economics. actions such as arresting and imprisoning ng Lalakay sa Bundok Makiling, Inc. information, skills, and means of livelihood Applied and Adaptive Researches (fisheries) illegal MFR occupants proved ineffective (SAMALUP) and the local government of which enable us to go on our farming Applied and Adaptive Researches For the adaptive, the study on along with resettlement endeavors. Forest Brgy. Lalakay. activities without compromising the forest,” (agriculture) “Settlement, Growth and Survival of Post- occupants return gradually and continue to The project is being implemented Onico added. Applied research is directed Larval Abalone (Haliotis asinina) Feed on grow by the numbers. from April 2006 to 2008 with funding Attending the activities were toward gaining knowledge or Different Diatom Diets” by Mario N. Ruinata of So like the saying, “if you can't beat support from the Bureau of Agricultural institutional representatives that are understanding necessary for determining the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources- them, join them” the government, instead of Research (BAR) in line with its drive to instrumental in the implementation of the Ms. Lorna V. Sancha of PCA receives the means by which a recognized and Region VIII and Anthony S. Ilano of the imposing punitive actions to illegal occupants, empower the farmers through participatory project. Best AFMA R&D Paper (development specific need is met. Adaptive research University of San Carlos (USC) was awarded upland farmers and communities were made development programs. Lalakay Barangay Chairman category) and Best R&D Poster Award. refers to the fine-tuning of newly developed the third place. partners in addressing the problems of In general, the two-year project Gaudencio P. Macatangay highlighted the technologies necessary to determine their For the applied, the first prize went to environmental degradation and poverty in the hopes to address the problems of poverty importance of the project not only for the technical feasibility in solving specific the study on “Cortisol Response of Nile Tilapia area. and environmental degradation through communities benefitting from the watershed needs related to agricultural and fisheries (Oreochromis niloticus ) Subjected to Different The key is to implement a participatory involvement of upland but also its impact to the environment as a productions and postproduction in agro- Hatchery Management Stressors” by Apolinario participatory upland development program farmers making them partners of the whole. He said that, through this project there ecological and social conditions in location- V. Yambot and Jonathan V. Lazaro of the that is both pro-environment and pro-upland government. Consequently, by tapping is a great chance that the next generation specific areas. Central Luzon State University (CLSU), farmers. their active participation, the MFR's would be able to enjoy clean and safe water. For the applied research, the study Ronalie J. Barlis of the Pampanga Agricultural resources are being managed and protected He added that, this participatory development on “Respiration Modeling of Cherry College (PAC), and Su-Mei Wu of the National Why a watershed project? in a sustainable basis and in harmony with project serves as a model for other nearby Tomato at Different Temperatures for Chiayi University. The Dampalit watershed of the MFR the existing national forestry and communities to adopt and follow. Modified Atmosphere Packaging The second prize went to the study, plays a crucial role in the communities environmental laws. Meanwhile, BAR Director Applications” by Kevin F. Yaptenco of the “Bio-Piscicide from Physic Nut (Jatropha surrounding it. The watershed is part the Specifically, the project has four Nicomedes P. Eleazar stressed that poverty College of Agriculture-University of the curcas L.) for Aquaculture” by Tereso A. MFR's major watershed zones with an area of objectives: 1) determine the current state need not immediately lead to environmental Philippines Los Baños (CA-UPLB), Ji Abella, Julieta D. Holasca, Annabelle A. Tadeo, 690 hectares. Its water largely flow into the and gather benchmark information on the degradation. In a message read by Ms. Evelyn Elmer R. Esplana of BAI receives this Gang Kim and Hye Eun Lee of the Rural Jeremiah P. Abella, Rosie B. Reyes, Christopher Laguna Lake where many fish ponds are resources, farming systems and socio- H. Juanillo, he emphasized that, upland year’s Best AFMA R&D Paper (socio- economics category). Development Administration (RDA) South D. Del Rosario, May R. Sandoval, Remmele M. located. economic condition of the farmers; 2) farmers resort to natural resources misuse to Korea, bagged the first prize for the applied Malit, Rosalie R. Rafael, and Gella Patria L. The Laguna Water District gets its provide knowledge and skills in designing, survive. “They depend heavily on these forest agriculture category. Abella of CLSU. Meanwhile, the study on water supply from the watershed distributed planning, and developing upland farming resources for their basic needs and unless we he Department of Agriculture's Meanwhile, the studies on “A “Vaccine AgainstAeromonas hydrophilla and among its four major municipalities including systems; 3) establish demonstration farms teach them on the importance of sustainable (DA) thrust of creating a Complete Micropropagation System of Probiotics-supplemented Diet Increased the showcasing appropriate upland farming development, there will come a time when the technology-based agriculture and photo by RITA DELA CRUZ T Avocado (Persea americana Mill.) from Yield of Nile Tilapia Oreochromis niloticus techniques in partnership with forest resource will no longer be there for the fisheries industry is brought at the Somatic Embryogenesis to Successful Cultured during Dry and Wet Seasons in farmer groups; and 4) strengthen the next generation to enjoy.” forefront as the Bureau of Agricultural Transplant to Soil and its Application to Pampanga, Philippines by Apolinario V. capabilities of the farmers' He added that this watershed project Research (BAR) awarded 16 researchers Mutation Breeding” by Renato A. Avenido, Yambot, Ma. Neda A. Catalma, Tereso A. organization in upland is a great proof that upland farmers can co- and their outstanding researches in the Lilian F. Pateña, Julita G. Dimaculangan, Abella, Isagani P. Angeles of CLSU; Julie-Anne development. exist in harmony with their marginal fields of agriculture and fisheries during Julieta N. Welgas, Jennelyn M. Carandang, D. Lanuza, Carina M. Tayag of ACE Feeds Inc.; environments. the culmination of its 19th National Ramon C. Barba of UPLB and the and Annette Ong, Yasuyoshi Miyake of Forging ties with farmers' org Los Baños Mayor Caesar P. Perez Research Symposium (NRS) on 6 “Production of Kawayan Charcoal Biobank Japan – got the third prize. SAMALUP, the farmers' commended the people behind this project October 2007 at the Manila Hotel. Briquette Using Chichacorn Processing organization involved in the project and hoped that the it will be emulated and Handing over the awards were Effluent as Binder” by Stanley C. Malab, Development Research has a lot to say about how this replicated in other communities. He Agriculture Secretary Arthur C. Yap, Jose A. Zafaralla, Beatriz S. Malab, This refers to output of systematic watershed project's turn into a emphasized the importance of upland farmers' BAR Director Nicomedes P. Eleazar, and Angeline A. Tagay of the Mariano Marcos work, drawing on existing knowledge gained success. participation in this endeavor and hoped that BAR Asst. Dir. Teodoro S. Solsoloy. State University (MMSU) – garnered the from research and/or practical experience that is According to SAMALUP former their income-generating capability will soon NRS is an annual event second and third spots, respectively. directed towards producing new materials, President Martin P. Onico, he was improve. coordinated by BAR wherein top For the adaptive, the study of products, devices, installing new processes, happy that what he had envisioned Also present during the activity scientists and researchers from various Roberto C. Guarte and Marisel T. Andrino systems, services, and improving substantially more than a decade ago is slowly were UPLB Chancellor Luis Rey I. Velasco, state colleges and universities (SCUs) of the Visayas State University (VSU) those already produced and in use by the being realized now through this and premier research institutions gather SAMALUP founder and former president, Martin P. SAMALUP President Juanito S. Mercado, titled, “Sustainable Production of Plant Oils intended client. together to present their most promising Onico briefs visitors on how their association project. This, he revealed during the UPLB-CFNR Dean Ramon A. Razal, and in the Philippines” took home the grand This year's first prize winner went to was established 14 years ago. celebration of the Farmers' Day and 14th MCME Director Portia G. Lapitan. prize. next page

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photo by RUETH T. CABRAL Locally-developed ND vaccine wins PSAS Award Operating the onion edication, passion, and Animal Industry (BAI). The main Results revealed that the local industry withOPREMS efficiency– these are the qualities researcher, Dr. Rachel B. Cadeliña, vaccine can irradicate the ND even within that made the research on agricultural center chief of the Biologics the free range production management D Ellaine Grace L. NAGPALA “Efficacy of Locally-developed Vaccine Production Laboratory in the system of native chicken. To be successful, Inactivated Oil Emulsion Newcastle region said that, her team was working on it is advised that native chicken raisers must Disease (ND) Vaccine in Native the vaccine for two years specifically strictly follow clean and sanitized nions(Allium cepa) are practically to market demand and opportunities is the Chicken” to win the Philippine Society of within Region VII. management system and incorporate the use essential in the everyday lives of key to a successful venture with onions. The Animal Science (PSAS) award for the The research including laboratory of the ND vaccine for better production OFilipinos. For every cook, it is an weak structural integration of the critical health and welfare research category. and field experiments is supported by BAR efficiency. important food seasoning that renders a spicy resources and information in production, The award was given during the through a research grant for poultry and Plans of ND vaccination in the and pungent taste to their dishes. For the postharvest facilities, marketing, and credit closing ceremony of the 44th Scientific livestock program. It used locally-produced entire Visayas zone and selected Mindanao health conscious ones, onions are excellent plays a vital role in making strategic Seminar and Annual Convention on 18- vaccine through Hemagglutination areas are now in their final stage and are source of vitamin C, potassium, dietary fiber decisions, especially in the agribusiness Onions are stacked in a packing house in Nueva Ecija ready to be hauled. 19 October 2007 held at the CSB Inhibition (HI) technique and challenge ready for expansion. Given the utility and and folic acid. Likewise, it has antioxidants sector. International Conference Center and test. The technology on vaccine application of the locally ND vaccine, a which help delay slow oxidative damage to A successful onion industry is Hotel, Malate, Manila. production was assisted by a Japanese 100% survival rate is expected when applied cells. For the farmers, onions are cash crops dependent on the interlocking decisions, production, resource allocation and marketing. The research is a joint volunteer together with Filipino properly compared to zero or unvaccinated which can give high returns considering the timing, and effective management of With the establishment of the necessary ICT tools, an onion resource management system collaboration project of the DA Regional researchers whose main goal is to produce native chicken during production high demand and high market price of for the resources. It has vital implications on fund (OPREMS) will be installed and Field Unit –VII and the Bureau of local vaccine. management. (Marlowe U. Aquino, PhD.) crop in the domestic and foreign markets. allocation, access to postharvest facilities Asec Salacup keynotes techno forum for Mindanao cluster operationalized initially in Northern and . Onions can be sold at PhP27.50/kg to and institutional market. wholesale and PhP38.61/kg at retail price. In this case, the Bureau of Central Luzon to monitor the supply flow of Agricultural Research in partnership with the onion at any given time, at the same time, BAR awards...from page 3 The local onion industry Optiserve Technologies, Inc. and DA- monitor the activities of onion growers and BAR conducts Over the past years, the production Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) came traders, and effectively link the farmers to the study, “Farm Level Technology Chain of the Philippine Goat Industry: An bio-organic fertilizer of onion in the country is slightly increasing up with an information and communications prospect markets. Adoption towards Entrepreneurship to Assessment” by Elmer R. Esplana, Lary Nel to meet the local demand. The domestic technology (ICT) intervention that aims to The project's entry-point is the Overcome Poverty in Coconut Growing B. Abao, and Rolando M. Vasquez of the orientation consumption of onion in 2003 was estimated establish a field-level business process establishment of OPREMS in the top five onion Community: The Case of Feimco in Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI). at 64,443 metric tons (MT) equivalent to PhP management system. producing areas in the country. Information Maitum, Sarangani Province” by Erlene The study, “Social Equity and 2,488.14 million increasing to high such as farmer's profile and production details C. Manohar, Elisa P. Gabi, Lorna V. Public Policy Dimensions of Innovative Rice he issuance of Executive Order 481 production of 86,741 MT in 2004. However, Introducing OPREMS will be encoded and uploaded utilizing the e- Sancha of the Philippine Coconut and Corn Technologies” by Linda M. on “The Promotion and despite the increase in farm productivity of Pinoy Farms platform developed by Optiserve. Authority (PCA)- Region XII. Peñalba, Aida O. Grande, and Flordeliza A. The Operation of an Onion TDevelopment of Organic onions, the influx of cheap imports of fresh Resource Management Systems or Approximately 5,000 farmers will be enrolled The second prize was bagged by Sanchez of UPLB garnered the second spot. Agriculture in the Philippines” signed by and chilled onions impedes the development OPREMS is an ICT-based project of BAR in the OPREMS from the provinces of Nueva researchers from DA RFU I – Ilocos The third spot belonged to Lilibeth President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, of the local onion industry. Reports of and Optiserve that will allow farmers and Ecija, Nueva Vizacaya, Ilocos Sur, Pangasinan, Integrated Agricultural Research Center G. Miralles, Pablo B. Pedrera, and Marichu prompted the Department of Agriculture smuggled onions also badly affected the local their cooperatives effectively manage the and Tarlac. The information that will be (ILIARC) led by Jovita M. Datuin, Mary M. Padayao of the Visayas State University (DA) through the Bureau of Agricultural onion growers. supply chain of onion. It is an enterprise gathered will be integrated with the current Jane B. Alcedo, Josefina P. Bueno, (VSU) for their study, “Social Profile Research (BAR) to support the “Bio- In response to this dilemma, resource planning solution developed to body of knowledge in onion production system Melinda G. Calumpit, Joey Warren A. Characterizing Adoption of Agricultural Organic Fertilizer Production Project”. Agriculture Secretary Arthur C. Yap establish process-driven information which for strategic decision-making, i.e. expenditures Bragado, Edmundo M. Quinit, and Liza Technologies, N. Leyte, Philippines”. During an orientation held on 2 recognized the need for a roadmap of the can be shared by the key players in the onion in production inputs, postharvest facilities, L. Ronquillo for their study on Winners of the “AFMA Best R&D October 2007 at the RDMIC Conference onion industry, with focus on increasing the industry. agricultural credit portfolio or advance selling “Enhancing Goat Production Through Paper” received P20,000 cash and trophy. Room, the Regional Integrated Agricultural productivity of onion growers and the Thru the project, the onion farmers of produce to institutional markets. Moreover, Public and Private Partnership in Region Second and third prize winners went home Research Center (RIARC) managers were tapping of more markets for onions and their organizations will be equipped with the OPREMS can be considered as a one-stop- I”. with their trophies and cash prizes amounting given a briefer on the components of the produced. ICT tools to organize, process, and access shop where information can be exchanged Meanwhile, the last spot was to P15,000 and P10,000, respectively. project together with the private sector Being able to proactively respond mission-critical data for planning, among various partners and stakeholders. awarded to the study, “Community-based partner, Agro-Forestry Crop Systems, Inc. OPREMS heavily banks on the use Participatory Action Research on Banana AFMA Best Poster (AFCSI). The orientation was followed by and interpretation of information for strategic Development Program (CPAR-BDP) in The AFMA Best poster winners field visits at the Bataan Peninsula State World Food Day...from page 1 winners at Pritil Public Market during its decision-making. Hence, data gathering Sarangani Province” by Rogaciano J. were chosen from the submitted posters of University (BPSU), Abucay, Bataan. inauguration as one of the Barangay Food becomes a crucial step for the success of the Lumen, Jessie A. Lumbao, Jose L. the different papers presented during the As stipulated in the Memorandum and universities (SCUs), attended the Terminals (BFTs) on 16 October 2007. implementation of the project. Malaque, Loreto I. Pagarigan, Eddie A. NRS. of Agreement (MOA) fo the project, BAR seminar on 4 October 2007 at the RDMIC BFTs serve as venue for quality, safe, and Once the information exchange Ampodia, Crisaida Peralta, and William This year's winner went to the and AFSCI will establish biofertilizer 4th Floor Conference Room, Visayas Ave., affordable food. structure is established, both producers and Bustamante of DA RFU XII – Central study, “Farm Level Technology Adoption production facilities in the different Diliman, Quezon City and on 6 October consumers will be linked to an on-line auction- Mindanao Integrated Agricultural towards Entrepreneurship to Overcome experimental sites of RIARCs. 2007 at the World Trade Center, Manila. Worldwide candlelight vigil type marketplace, or the e-Pinoy marketplace. Research Center (CEMIARC). Poverty in Coconut Growing Community: BAR, through its Agribusiness Culminating this year's celebration The Case of Feimco in Maitum, Sarangani Development Projects (ADPs), will be Poster-making contest is the worldwide candlelight vigil on the What is expected Socio-economics Research Province” by Erlene C. Manohar, Elisa P. responsible in the adoption and One of the highlights of the WFD “Right to Food”. Staff members from the With the implementation of This research deals with people Gabi, Lorna V. Sancha of PCA-Region XII. dissemination of technologies on the celebration is the National On the Spot DA family, civil society organizations, legal OPREMS, the onion farmers are expected to and institutions including governance, They received P7,000 cash prize and a organic fertilizer using biodegradable Poster Making Contest. This activity was and religious organizations, and civil rights become information sensitive when in comes to politics, economics, sociology, and trophy. organic waste. RIARCs will assist on the made possible through in collaboration with groups were enjoined to take part in this decision making. Likewise, onion farmers are anthropology, focuses on methods of The second and third runners-up promotion of the technology in the Department of Education (DepEd). momentous event. The ceremonial lighting willed to become entrepreneurs and participatory research, monitoring and went to the posters, “Production of Kawayan collaboration with the local government Students from Grade IV to VI from the of candles was led by Secretary Yap agribusiness managers thru effective evaluation of technological packages with Charcoal Briquette Using Chichacorn units (LGUs). AFCSI, on the other hand, different public schools in Metro Manila and followed by the reading of pledge of “Right management of resources, thereby leading to a regard to adoption and impact, and Processing Effluent as Binder” of MMSU; will provide the manufacturing technology DepEd accredited private schools were to Food”. The activity showed the more productive onion industry. OPREMS is contributions to policy-related issues and “Namnama 2: CVIARC Peanut Crop through conduct of trainings. It will also encouraged to join. Students showed their commitment of the DA family in ensuring also expected to provide access to the critical pertaining to agriculture and fisheries Improvement Project High Yielding Wet provide the BioPlus Activator, a scientific artistic minds and talents in interpreting the the right of every Filipino to food. Thus information from its database houses to production. Season Variety” of the DA-RFU II-CVIARC. biological formulation consisting of 25 theme, “The Right to Food”. President serving as instruments and advocates in different program implementers and policy- makers specifically in the provision of vital The grand prize was awarded to They received P5,000 and P3,000 cash prizes turn to page 2 Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Secretary Yap eradicating hunger and poverty. (Ma. Eloisa turn to page 4 the study, “Development in the Supply and trophies. (Rita T. dela Cruz) awarded the trophies and cash prizes to the E. Hernandez) support services for the onion industry.

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photo by RITA DELA CRUZ Let’s go indigenous! Eleazar receives distinguished BAR introduces potential product alumni award from UPLBAA photo cour tesy of R FU III lines from Philippine oregano

regano wine, oregano juice for through indigenous knowledge. that aim to develop innovative products ecognizing his notable efforts and bayan, that is: iskolar para sa bayan .” human, oregano juice for poultry, Dr. Taño revealed that oregano from indigenous plants, increase awareness achievements in the field of Dir. Eleazar was given the Ooregano tea and oregano vinegar. contains carminative, diaphoretic, tonic, and promotions, and market them to Rresearch management and recognition along with other nine These are just some of the and stimulant chemical and medicinal generate income and sustainable administration, Bureau of Agricultural awardees who are well-known in their potential products that can be derived from properties. Specific contents in oregano are community-based livelihood . Research (BAR) Director Nicomedes P. respective fields. the Philippine oregano (Coleus rosmarinic acid compound, and thymol These technologies on production, Eleazar is this year's recipient of the They were: Resurreccion aromaticus). This was reported by Dr. responsible for its anti-inflammatory, anti- processing and value-adding are parts of a distinguished alumni award from the Banzon-Apiras (achievement in fine arts), Estela C. Taño of the Department of bacterial, anti-oxidant, anti-fungal and anti- BAR-funded research through its National University of the Philippines Los Baños Eladio Baradas (rural youth development Agriculture Regional Field Unit IVa - viral properties per document analysis. Technology Commercialization Program College of Agriculture Alumni Association through sports), Emmanuel Cayton Southern Tagalog Integrated Agricultural However, chemical analysis on the (NTCP), which is a major initiative of (UPLBCAAA) and the College of (public service-military), Catalino Flores Research Center (STIARC) during a public commodity is still to be conducted to Agriculture Secretary Arthur C. Yap on Agriculture Alumni Awards Committee. (plant breeding research and agricultural seminar on “Indigenous Plants for Health support and promote these potential “making business from agriculture.” This is The award was presented during entrepreneurship), Alfredo Gonzalez and Wellness” conducted by the Bureau of product lines. implicated by creating job opportunities and the Alumni Fellowship and Awards Night (public service and extension), Francisco Agricultural Research (BAR) in celebration The fleshy and scaly leaves of income growth created from yield- in celebration of UPLB's 89th Loyalty Day Peñalba (swine research and industry BAR Director Nicomedes P. Elezar of the Health and Wellness Tourism (HWT) oregano are rich in volatile oils which improving technologies generated from and Alumni Homecoming held on 9 development), Lydia Velasco-Magnaye Month. according to Dr. Taño is believed to be research and development (R&D). October 2007 at the Baker Hall, UPLB, (agricultural research), Erlinda Rillo (FAO). In many parts of the world, responsible for slowing the process in the Dr. Taño said that once the College, Laguna. (coconut research and development), and He led and coordinated various oregano is cultivated for its condiment and spoilage of food therefore minimizing the technologies are perfected, these potential Handing over the certificates and Violeta Villegas (science and technology). development projects under the SEAMEO culinary use. It's strongly flavored leaves risk of ingesting harmful microorganisms. product lines of Philippine oregano will the trophies for the awardees were UPLB Prior to the alumni award, Regional Center for Graduate Study and make an excellent filling for grilled meat, She reported that fresh leaves of oregano greatly boost the government's promotion on Chancellor Luis Rey I. Velasco, UPLBAA Eleazar is also an outstanding alumnus Research in Agriculture (SEARCA), FAO- fried vegetables, and other specialty dishes can yield to as much as 0.055% volatile oil rural agribusiness. President Elpidio L. Rosario, and CA Dean awardee of the Lourdes Academy in 1992 United Nations Development Programme that need that distinct aromatic flavor. which is largely carvacrol. She added that there is now a great Candida B. Adalla. and a recipient of the Gawad Saka of the (UNDP), Japan International Cooperation market potential for these kinds of products However, in the Philippines, The potential products from In the welcome and Department of Agriculture (DA) in 1991. Agency (JICA), Canada-International especially because consumers are becoming oregano is mostly known for its medicinal Philippine oregano, as introduced by Dr. congratulatory address of Chancellor His specialization in the fields of Development Research Center (IDRC), and more cautious in what they eat. (Rita T. dela value particularly in relieving children's Taño, are the results of an indigenous Velasco, he commended and recognized the project development and implementation; Asian Development Bank (ADB). Cruz) coughs as claimed by earlier generations technology documentation research efforts distinguished alumni awardees for bringing policy studies; and research management Eleazar finished his Bachelor of “home a lifework of dedicated service.” and administration is well recognized Science in Agriculture (Animal Science) from photo cour tesy of BAR Album He congratulated them for their both here and abroad. UPLB in 1981 and his Master of Science in contributions to UPLB and society. He re- He was a technical consultant in Management (Project Management) from A fresh look at siling labuyo echoed what they symbolize for the various international research institutions Cranfield University, England in 1993. university saying that “You are exemplars such as the Centre for International He holds the CESO IV position in iling labuyo ( condiment while its leaves are usually of the UPLB spirit of service to the nation. Agricultural Research (ACIAR), and the Career Executive Service (CES) ranking frutescens) has the potential to consumed as vegetables. You reflect the true meaning of iskolar ng Food and Agriculture Organization structure. (Rita T. dela Cruz) Sreduce the risk of cancer, In medicinal terms, the labuyo cardiovascular diseases, cataract, and fruit was earlier utilized as an herbal plant macular degeneration. This was to ease arthritis and rheumatism. Likewsie, stressed by Dr. Evelyn B. Rodriguez, thelabuyo is an effective cure for UPLB celebrates Loyalty Day; Velasco highlights DA support professor from the Institute of dyspepsia, flatulence, and toothache. and 839mg/Kg fresh sample, respectively. PLB is where our hearts are. But Secretary Arthur C. Yap during the UPLB Homecoming celebrations. Chemistry at the University of the Los “Phytochemicals are what people Dr. Roriguez encouraged eating also the UPLB which has 35th Commencement Exercises. Faculty, staff, students, Baños (UPLB) in a seminar on need to stay healthy,” Dr. Rodriguez a variety of fruits and vegetables to become our home has also kept The UPLB Alumni Association jubilarians, and other alumni, together indigenous plants for health and stressed in her presentation. U acquire the phytochemicals present in itself a home in our own hearts”. (UPLBAA) awarded outstanding alumni with the different government agencies, wellness at the Bureau of Agricultural Phytochemicals are chemical th them along with its promising health and Thus proudly said by for their significant contributions and civic organizations, and R&D institutions Research (BAR) during its 19 National compounds that are abundant in fruits, wellness benefits. University of the Philippines Los Baños accomplishments in their respective fields. joined the traditional foot parade on 10 Research Symposium and in vegetables and other plant species. These Moreover, Dr. Rodriguez (UPLB) Chancellor Luis Rey I. Velasco Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) October 2007, bringing with them celebration of the 8th National naturally-occurring compounds which act pointed that more studies should be done as he welcomed UPLB alumni during Director Nicomedes P. Eleazar is one of banners and flags of their respective Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Week. as anti-oxidants capable of metabolizing onsiling labuyo and with other the Alumni Fellowship and Awards recipients of the Outstanding College of offices. Also known as the chili free-radicals in the body that can cause cell indigenous plants likemalunggay . The Night on 9 October 2007 at the Baker Agriculture Alumni Award for his notable Culminating the event is the pepper,siling labuyo is among the death. potential disease-preventive mechanisms Hall, UPLB, College, Laguna. achievements in the field of research ceremonial launching of the UPLB indigenous plants that the Department In , carotenoids and of pyhytochemicals in fruits, vegetables In his message Chancellor centennial celebration officially unveiling of Agriculture (DA) promotes through phenolic acids are the phytochemicals that management and administration. and their constituents are not limited to Velasco acknowledged the financial the centennial logo led by Chancellor the Indigenous Plants for Health and can be derived from its leaves and fruits. Other awardees from the DA antioxidant activity only. The support of the Department of Agriculture Velasco, UP President Emerlinda Roman, Wellness RDE Program” of BAR. The Based on the studies conducted by family were Dr. Davinio P. Catbagan, phytochemicals can also act in the (DA) in the conduct of their research and UPLBAA President Elpidio Rosario. said program aims to promote and the team of Dr. Rodriguez, the anti-oxidant director of the Bureau of Animal Industry modulation of detoxification enzymes, development and extension (RDE) The UPLB Centennial theme highlight the importance of indigenous activity ofsiling labuyo extracts (300ppm) (BAI) and Dr. Erlinda P. Rillo, division stimulation of the immune system, activities. This year, DA has released song,“Isang Daan” was also performed plants and its products. in terms of free radical scavenging activity chief of the Philippine Coconut Authority alteration of cholesterol mechanism, and PhP 200M worth of projects. UPLB is marking the start of the year-long The fruit of siling-labuyo is a is 60.1%. Meanwhile, phenolic content of (PCA), Guinobatan, Albay. blood pressure reduction. (Ellaine Grace currently working for the release of preparation for the centennial celebration popularly used as a spicy and chili fruit and leaves oflabuyo are 3536mg/Kg The Fellowship Night was part of L. Nagpala) another PhP 200M promised by the 89th Loyalty Day and Alumni of UP in 2008. (Ma. Eloisa E.

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All about Moringa Oleifera Beverage from malunggay

ere's a new refreshing way of which he claims can cure many human Nutritious malunggay-based recipe wins 2007 Agri-Cookfest consuming the lowly diseases. Malunggay in tea bags are now Hmalunggay vegetable. widely sold in the market, which are Following the massive developed by Mr. Shoji's company and ht yNCNRB DEL B. NICANOR by photo campaign of the several health benefits other companies in the private sector Josefina M. Marcelino and Jonnah Laine High School of Quezon City. from malunggay, a line of malunggay- Meanwhile, Dr. Edwin V. Toy for their winning recipe, Winners were annouced based products have been released in Balbarino of the Visayas Stae University malunggay combo with malunggay and during the awarding of the O! May the market. There is the malunggay oil reported that malunggay juice is carrot juice. Gulay Cooking Contest on 6 October for cooking, which can be used as an extracted from the leaves of the The winning recipe was 2007 during the OAI III ROSARIO alternative to olive oil; the malunggay vegetable in Leyte. The extract is mixed prepared by the students from Florentino AgriLink/AquaLink/FoodLink powder that can be used as flavoring or with lemonsito juice to produce iced Torres High School in Tondo, Manila. It celebration at the World Trade Center, additive to pre-processed food products candies or cold drinks for children who includes malunggay leaves and fruit as Metro Manila. such as noodles and ; normally do not like eating vegetables. main ingredients due to their nutritional The grand winner received malunggay tablets are also made as a The malunggay, also termed as value together with sweet potato, carrot Php 20,000 plus an exposure trip to health supplement. moringa, is a vitamin rich vegetable, and pulp and milk, butter, onions, garlic and Baguio for the whole class, a trophy Still, the list of malunggay- contains protein, iron and potassium. It sugar to taste. For the juice, a and some special awards. based products is growing because of contains anti-oxidants that suppress the photo cour tesy of static.flckr .com combination of malunggay, carrot juice The first and second runners- the nutrients that can be derived from activities of free-radicals, which causes and with sugar were blended up received Php 15,000 plus an the vegetable, hence the innovation of cell death. to complement the combo. exposure trip to Tagaytay for the whole refreshments from malunggay. As part of its campaign to Malunggay can be planted using seeds and Winning recipe: Malunggay combo Thevegetable jardenera recipe class, and a trophy; and Php 10,000 and cuttings. The development of malunggay- with malunggay and carrot juice After the discovery of a combat poverty, malnutrition and other prepared by Joanne Cammille De Luna a trophy, respectively. Japanese businessman on the health health disorders, the Department of based products and its commercialization and Ma. Vanilyn Bilbao of Pasay South Department of Agriculture is likewise promoted by DA. (Ellaine nnovative, authentic, affordable and benefits from malunggay, Mr. Mitsuo Agriculture (DA) promotes the planting High School won the first runner-up and Secretary Arthur C. Yap awarded the Grace E. Nagpala) nutritious malunggay-based recipes Shoji developed the malunggay tea, and consumption of moringa. themalunggay California maki recipe cash prices and personally are the important factors necessary I by Rowena M. Anislagon and Edgelyn congratulated the winners. (Dr. to win this contest. This was shown by M. Garcia of the Holy Spirit National Marlowe U. Aquino) the creativity and artistry skills of Nieva

photo by RITA DELA CRUZ BAR promotes nutraceuticals and Food company eyes the potential cosmeceuticals derived from food crops of malunggay for biofortification Los Baños (UPLB) who has been showed that rice bran and rice bran oil are researching on specific crops for this among the most important sources of

ht cour photo purpose. functional components of nutraceuticals Presented during the opening and cosmeceuticals. Although rice bran th has been propagated worldwide, this is

eyo delhiplanet.com of tesy ceremony of the 19 National Research underutilized and poorly used for human Fortification of food is just one Symposium (NRS) at the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR), the consumption. of the many marketing potentials of nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals could Rice bran and rice bran oil malunggay that the private sector could help enhance beauty and wellness. containγ-Oryzanol which is claimed to tap and adopt given that the Department photo cour tesy of tr ee-nation.com In her presentation, Dr. prevent bone loss, serves as antioxidant, is strategically positioning itself to boost Rodriguez defined nutraceuticals as food and promotes skin capillary circulation. its commercial production. the millennium development goals that are substances or a part of a food that It also contains phytic acid,Myo -Inositol Although currently, the being implemented by agricultural provides medical or health benefits which has anti-cancer, antioxidant, Philippines is still in the midst of organizations all over the Malunggay-fortified noodles including the prevention and treatment of properties for blood regulation and developing the local market for world—eradicating hunger, reducing child diseases. stimulation, regeneration of the liver cell, malunggay and its various product lines, mortality, and improving maternal Meanwhile, cosmeceuticals are and management of kidney and gall noodle company is eyeing the industry is slowly on its way to health. Dr. Evelyn B. Rodriguez of UPLB lectures malunggay for the Essentially, biofortification is the intended to enhance beauty because these bladder stones. become a global competitor with the nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals from are ingredients present in fruits (exfoliate Furthermore, yellow flower biofortification of noodles as process of breeding food crops that are food crops. A help of DA's Biotechnology Program. and improve circulation), chamomile from squash is said to be rich in lutein. part of its commitment to support the rich in bioavailable micronutrients. In Biofortification of food crops is Lutein is a substance that helps program to fight malnutrition which is other words, these crops are being onsider these the “in thing” for flower (anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterials one of the most promising new tools of maintain good eyesight and functions to prevalent in the countryside, said “loaded” with high levels of minerals and health and wellness, the and calms irritated skin), green tea and science today to fight malnutrition and vegetables (anti-oxidant), tamarind filter high energy blue light which lowers Director Alice Ilaga of the save lives. vitamins in their seeds and roots, which Cnutraceuticals and the risk for cataract development and Biotechnology Program Office (BPO) of are then harvested and eaten. cosmeceuticals derived from food crops (immunostimulation), coconut This approach is a new (moisturize, repairs rough and dry skin, prevent muscular degeneration, the the Department of Agriculture (DA). paradigm in the field of agriculture, the Through biofortification, farmers are here to stay. This was revealed by Dr. heals wound). principal cause of irreversible blindness Given the nutritional value of results of which focus on providing are provided with crop varieties that Evelyn B. Rodriguez of the Institute of To support these claims, one of in the elderly, she added. (Dr. Marlowe U. malunggay, it can also be used in better food to poor people and not just naturally reduce nutrition-related health Chemistry, University of the Philippines the studies conducted by Dr. Rodriguez Aquino) fortifying other products including providing them with bulk. problems. (Rita T. dela Cruz with reports sauces, juices, milk, and bread. This approach is in sync with from Biolife)

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