To provide access to latest science-based information on rice research for development to the academic community, particularly in State Colleges and Universities (SUCs), DA-PhilRice, spearheaded by the Office of the Deputy Executive Director for Development (DED-D), is now partnering with local SUCs.
The Institute has tied up with UP Los Baños and launched the “Rice Science and Technology (S&T) Webinar Series,” which consists of seven episodes focusing on critical rice industry statistics, technologies, and government initiatives in support of rice.
Dr. Karen Eloisa Barroga, DED-D, expounded that this webinar series aims to mold the minds of students in SUCs, who will soon be the next-generation scientists and innovators.
Rice information presented can also be used as bases for theses of students or be incorporated in lectures of teachers.
“We want to facilitate awareness of the students and faculty on rice, particularly in its contribution to food security and the economy,” she added. Partnership with Central Luzon State University is in the works and expected to start in March, and DA-PhilRice also plans to collaborate with other SUCs.
