INDANG, Cavite (PIA) — The Cavite State University (CvSU) reaffirmed its commitment to agricultural innovation and education by partnering with the Department of Agriculture (DA) Calabarzon to establish an integrated Techno Demo Farm for research, training, and sustainable farming.
According to CvSU, the farm to be developed on a 1.3-hectare portion of CvSU’s STAR Farm in Indang, is expected to strengthen agricultural innovation and education by promoting sustainable farming practices, advancing research, and empowering local farmers and students with modern technologies and skills.
“The initiative also seeks to address pressing issues related to food security, climate-resilient agriculture, and the competitiveness of local farmers in an evolving agribusiness landscape,” CvSU said in a statement.
Under the partnership, CvSU and DA Calabarzon will collaborate in sharing knowledge and resources while implementing programs that promote sustainable farming technologies and agribusiness development.
These efforts will include instruction, research, extension services, and the monitoring and evaluation of activities, policies, and technologies related to the project.
“This partnership with DA Calabarzon aligns with CvSU’s mandate to conduct research and extension services, and to provide progressive leadership in agriculture, science and technology, education, and other related fields,” CvSU added.
Representatives from various national and local agencies, including the Bureau of Plant Industry, Bureau of Agricultural Research, Department of Science and Technology – Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development, local agricultural offices, and farmer cooperatives, were present at the launch held recently, underscoring strong multi-sectoral support for agricultural development.
DA Calabarzon officials expressed optimism that the partnership will facilitate the transfer of modern farming technologies and business practices to rural communities, addressing the challenges posed by outdated techniques and limited access to innovation. (RF, PIA Cavite)