19th National Biotechnology Week

As the curtains draw on the phenomenal journey of the 19th National Biotechnology Week, we stand in awe and gratitude for the incredible participation and enthusiasm exhibited by every individual who contributed to our events, engaged in our exhibits, participated in our games, and immersed themselves in the interactive activities. Your passion and involvement have continue reading : 19th National Biotechnology Week

The DA-Fisheries Biotechnology Center recently concluded the 8th National Fisheries Biotechnology Symposium (NFBS) held at BFAR-NFTC, CLSU Compound, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija on November 22-24, 2023

The Symposium served as a build-up activity to the 9th National Biotechnology Week and platform for insightful discussions and knowledge exchange within the dynamic field of fisheries biotechnology. The FBC team extends their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who actively participated and contributed to the success of the symposium. Mabuhay ang sektor ng pangisdaan! See you continue reading : The DA-Fisheries Biotechnology Center recently concluded the 8th National Fisheries Biotechnology Symposium (NFBS) held at BFAR-NFTC, CLSU Compound, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija on November 22-24, 2023

Filipino Scientists Develop Easy, Affordable and Efficient Method of Fish Spawning

https://www.isaaa.org/kc/cropbiotechupdate/article/default.asp?ID=20164 Researchers from the National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI) in the Philippines have developed a fish-spawning method that will allow fish farmers to produce high-quality, pure spawn during off-season that do not require a high level of technical knowledge to execute. The method is expected to help Filipino farmers reduce their dependence on wild stocks while helping continue reading : Filipino Scientists Develop Easy, Affordable and Efficient Method of Fish Spawning

Domestic Biotech Innovations to Aid Philippine Agri and Aquaculture

The Philippines has been at the forefront of the Southeast Asian region when it comes to biotechnology applications and regulations. Two Filipino scientists showcased their research in the recently concluded ISAAA webinar on March 16, 2023, which featured microbial stimulant for plants and mudfish spawning technology that farmers in the Philippines can use to enhance yield production. BioMeg is a microbial continue reading : Domestic Biotech Innovations to Aid Philippine Agri and Aquaculture

Department of Agriculture – Fisheries Biotechnology Center (DA-FBC) and University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) Research Personnel Capacitated on the virtual technical training titled, “Guide RNA Design and Delivery Methods for CRISPR/Cas9 System in Fish”.

The training is part of the project titled, “Establishment of CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing laboratory in fish and provision of technical skills training to research personnel” funded by the DA-Biotechnology Program Office (DA-BPO) through the DA-Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR) which is implemented by the University of the Philippines Visayas in collaboration with the DA-National Fisheries continue reading : Department of Agriculture – Fisheries Biotechnology Center (DA-FBC) and University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) Research Personnel Capacitated on the virtual technical training titled, “Guide RNA Design and Delivery Methods for CRISPR/Cas9 System in Fish”.

Typhoon-affected farmers, fishers in Northern Luzon get P1.5-B worth of agri-fishery interventions

Author: DA Communications Group | 15 October 2021 The Department of Agriculture (DA) has rolled out a total of P1.5-billion worth of agri-fishery interventions to aid farmers and fisherfolk affected by the Severe Tropical Storm (STS) Maring. Of the total P1.5-B assistance, P650 M is allotted to provide emergency loans to affected farmers and fisherfolk continue reading : Typhoon-affected farmers, fishers in Northern Luzon get P1.5-B worth of agri-fishery interventions

DA allots initial P822 M to help farmers, fishers affected by “Typhoon Maring”

Author: DA Communications Group | 14 October 2021 The Department of Agriculture (DA) has allotted an initial P822-million (M) worth of various interventions to assist farmers and fisherfolk affected by “Typhoon Maring” that caused damage to major crops, livestock, and fishery products, mostly in Northern Luzon (Regions 1, 2, and CAR). “We will continue to continue reading : DA allots initial P822 M to help farmers, fishers affected by “Typhoon Maring”