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CLSU Hybrid Rice Harvest Festival Showcases Innovation, High-Yielding Varieties

Mar. 19, 2026

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The Central Luzon State University (CLSU) through the University Business Affairs Program (UBAP) gathered farmers, students, and agricultural partners for the Hybrid Rice Harvest Festival held today, March 18, at the field demonstration site and Multi-purpose Gymnasium (MPG). The Festival served as a strategic bridge between the academe and the farming community, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange. Led by Dr. Karenina B. Romualdo, Vice President for Business Affairs, and Assoc. Prof. Jaypee Estigoy, Director for Crop Production, alongside Dr. Ace Mugssy Agustin and Mr. Francis Mina as rice module project managers, the event highlighted high-performing hybrid rice varieties for local farmers and students. It showcased the results of this year’s competitive planting models, providing data-driven insights and practical benchmarks to guide local growers in optimizing productivity and decision-making. In his message, University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella reaffirmed CLSU’s steadfast commitment to spearheading agricultural advancement through research and innovation. Strengthening this vision, the program featured a lineup of agricultural leaders who shared regional insights, including Dr. Joice San Andres, Director for Animal Production, representing VP Romualdo, Mr. Christian Ramos, Regional SEED Coordinator, DA-RFO III, Mr. Leonel Parugrug, City Agricultural Office of Muñoz, and Dr. Jovita B. Agliam from the Provincial Agriculture Office. The derby was supported by the attendance and participation of top seed companies and agricultural research institutions. Among those present were Enviro Scope Synergy Inc., Syngenta Philippines Inc., Bioseed Research Philippines, Inc., Pro Agri Seed Corp., Prasad Seeds Philippines Inc., Bayer CropScience, Inc., Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice), SL Agritech Corporation, SeedWorks Philippines Incorporated, Aljay Agro-Industrial Solutions Incorporated, Leads Agricultural Products Corporation, and Farmex Corporation. The event was attended by farmers, agriculture students, seed companies, and agricultural technicians. #SievingForExcellence

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    Goal 1: No Poverty

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    Goal 2: Zero Hunger

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    Goal 4: Quality Education

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    Goal 15: Life on Land

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    Goal 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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    Goal 17: Partnership for the Goals

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Central Luzon State University (CLSU) through the Agriculture and Food Technology Business Incubator (AFTBI) formally commenced the SIBOL 2026: Nurturing Ideas, Growing Innovations, Creating Impact: Empowering Student Incubatees to Build Sustainable and Innovative Ventures, today, September 14, through a Ceremonial Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Signing, marking a significant step toward strengthening student innovation and entrepreneurship within the University. Organized in partnership with the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and the Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD), the program equips student incubatees with startup mentorship, financial modeling, intellectual property guidance, and technical evaluation. The ceremonial signing was led by University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, with Dr. Celyrah B. Castillo, Dean of the College of Home Science and Industry (CHSI); Dr. Pablo J. Rafael, Jr., CHED CLSU-SIBOL Project Leader; Dr. Dana G. Vera Cruz, CHED CLSU-SIBOL Project Staff; Dr. Joel G. Juvinal, Assoc. Prof. Geraldine G. Tayag, and Asst. Prof. Jennylyne L. Joaquin, CHED CLSU-SIBOL Mentors and Resource Speakers; Dr. Jessica M. Rustia and Instructor Kim Aron Velasco, CHED CLSU-SIBOL Mentors; and Assoc. Prof. Celeste D. Dela Cruz, Head of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management (DTHM), together with the thirteen student incubatees and their parents and guardians. In his message, President Abella encouraged the student incubatees to make the most of the experience. “Your ideas may still be at their beginning stages, but with proper guidance and your willingness to learn, these ideas can grow into innovations that will definitely create impact in our community,” he stated. Following the ceremonial signing, the 13 student incubatees from the Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management (BSHM) and Bachelor of Science in Food Technology (BSFT) began a three-day training workshop featuring a series of learning sessions designed to strengthen their competencies and equip them for the further development and commercialization of their innovative ideas. Through this collaboration, CLSU, CHED, and DOST-PCAARRD continue to empower the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs to identify opportunities, address challenges, and develop solutions responsive to the needs of communities and industries.

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CLSU Reaps 2 Awards for Sustainable Tourism at 2026 CL Star Awards

Central Luzon State University (CLSU) earned two recognitions during the 2026 Central Luzon Star Awards held on September 10, 2026, at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center. CLSU was recognized as the winner for Sustainable Tourism Education Leadership under the State Universities and Colleges Category, affirming the university’s commitment to promoting quality and sustainable tourism education and its continued contribution to the development of the tourism industry. Moreover, CLSU was also declared the Overall Destination Stewardship Champion, highlighting its continued commitment to responsible tourism and destination stewardship. The awards were received by Dr. Celyrah B. Castillo, Dean of the College of Home Science and Industry (CHSI), and Assoc. Prof. Celeste D. Dela Cruz, Chair of the Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management (DHTM), together with other faculty members from the CHSI – DHTM, who represented the university during the ceremony. These recognitions reflect the dedication of CLSU to excellence in tourism education and its efforts to contribute to the advancement of sustainable tourism in Central Luzon and beyond. #SievingForExcellence

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CLSU Graduate Programs Eye Approval for Level IV Accreditation

The graduate programs under the Institute of Graduate Studies (IGS) underwent a comprehensive three-day Level IV, 2nd Cycle accreditation survey visit conducted by the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines (AACCUP) from September 2 to 4, 2026. The rigorous evaluation covered eight advanced degree programs: Master in Agribusiness, Master of Science in Agricultural Economics, Master of Science in Crop Protection, Master of Science in Animal Science, Master of Science in Crop Science, Master of Science in Soil Science, Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Science, and Doctor of Philosophy in Crop Science. During the closing program, Dr. Edgardo P. Lillo delivered the overall impression on behalf of the accrediting team, commending the college for sustaining high standards while maintaining the unique identity of each academic program. Dr. Lillo further highlighted key strengths including high-quality international research publications, strong alumni employability, active community engagement, highly qualified faculty roster, growing portfolio of patents and copyrights, state-of-the-art facilities, and robust local and international partnerships. In response, University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella, represented by Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, delivered the Pledge of Commitment, expressing deep gratitude to the AACCUP accreditors and the internal task force for their thorough evaluation. “We shall listen, learn, evaluate, innovate, and improve. As the CLSU community, we pledge to commit to quality, to lead with integrity and excellence, to serve with purpose and compassion, and to continuously pursue an unending journey of excellence,”

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