Mature technologies were pitched by 35 technology transfer officers from the country’s state universities and colleges (SUCs) to potential investors and industry partners. This was done during the 3rd Technology Pitch Days organized by the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PCAARRD).
Themed, “S&T Creations for the People” the event was held on May 27, 2021 via Zoom and Facebook Live.
Technology Pitch Day is one of the activities under the DOST-PCAARRD program, “Support to the University's Strategies in Technology Acceleration Initiatives by Nurturing the Intellectual Property and Technology Business Management Offices of the Consortia Member Agencies - Phase 2 or SUSTAIN IP-TBM,” which involves 30 SUCs in Regions 1, 4, 5, 6, and 11.
DOST Secretary Fortunato T. de la Peña commenced the two-day technology pitching event and described every technology pitch with 3Ps: every technology pitch resonates the Power of S&T creations; every pitch creates Possibilities of Progress as the next start-up might come from this group; and every pitch calls for Partnership for Innovation as we aim to push our local inventions toward commercial success. He encouraged investors and industry partners present during the event to choose and invest on Filipino inventions, especially during these extraordinary times to be able to help rebuild our economy through S&T creation.
DOST Undersecretary for R&D Rowena Cristina L. Guevara; PCAARRD Executive Director Reynaldo V. Ebora; Deputy Executive Director for ARMSS Melvin B. Carlos, and Deputy Executive Director for R&D Feliciano G. Calora, Jr. also delivered their messages during the event.
The following technologies were presented during the event:
Agri-Aqua Inputs and Products
1. GrowVig: a biochar medium for growing seedlings - Mariano Marcos State University
2. AgriBooster+ - Capiz State University
3. KD Foliar Fertilizer: seaweed-based bio stimulant - Davao del Sur State College
4. Cacao Pod Husk Corkboard of the Compostela Valley State College
5. Cassava Ethanol-based Hand Sanitizer with Aloe Vera Gel and Orange Peel Essential Oil
from Sorsogon State College
6. Lactic Acid Technology - University of the Philippines Mindanao
Food and Beverages
7. Chevon Products in Retort Pouch - Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
8. Guimaras Green Mango Chips (Vacuum Fried) - Guimaras State College
9. Kappo: Swan Mussel Bagoong from North Luzon Philippines State College
10. Bangus Binagoongan in Oil or “BB Oil” - Pangasinan State University
11. Mushroom Chili Garlic Sauce - Southern Luzon State University
12. Processed Fish in Pili Pulp Oil - Catanduanes State University
13. Okara-Coco Nuggets - Davao Oriental State College Of Science and Technology
14. Powdered Bagoong - Batangas State University
15. Scallop with Taro Powdered Soup - Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College
16. Rambutan Chocolate Powder - Camarines Norte State College
17. Organic Muscovado Sugar - Central Philippines State University
18. Antique’s Pride Chewy Bar - University of Antique
19. Veggie Cookies - Aklan State University
20. Rice-Mongo-Sesame Polvoron - Davao del Norte State College
21. Bottled Vigan Longganisa Gourmet - University of Northern Philippines
22. Carrot-Turmeric Tea - Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College
23. Tmonade Refreshment Drink - Camarines Sur Polytechnic Colleges
24. Pasteurized Fruit/Vegetable Blended Coconut Water - Central Bicol State University of
Agriculture
25. MAH-GIC Immuno Booster Drink - Sorsogon State College
Equipment and Machinery
26. MusaBag: Banana Bunch Bagger - University of Southeastern Philippines
27. Electro-Pneumatic Banana Chipping Machine - Marinduque State College
28. Automated Smoking Machine (ASMA) for Fish - Cavite State University
29. Multifiber Crop Stripping and Pressing Machine - Bicol University
30. Abaca Cutting and Carding Machine - Bicol University
31. Choppie: Mechanical Chopper for Plant Foliage - Central Bicol State University of
Agriculture
32. Digisoil: Portable Soil Tester for Abaca Plantation - Catanduanes State University
33. Engineered Water Hyacinth Fiber Laminate as Construction Material - Camarines Sur
Polytechnic Colleges
34. Automated Sprinkler Irrigation System (ASIS) - Rizal Technological University
35. Micro Hydro Power Turbine Testing Center - University of Rizal System
The prominent line-up of evaluators for the pitching competition include: Atty. Bayani Loste, President-elect of the Licensing Executives Society Philippines, and Treasurer of the Association of PAQE Professionals, Inc. (APP); Engr. George Co, consultant of various companies like Green Asia Agri Ventures, Quatrolubes Phils Inc., Green Care Solutions, and Simple Green Agri Solutions; the Mercato Centrale Group, headed by its co-founders Mr. RJ and Ms. Vanessa Ledesma; Mr. Kris Moreno, Vendor Recruitment Head; Mr. Daniel Aguilas, Business Development Head; Dr. Nerlita Manalili, Managing Director of Nexus Agribusiness Solutions; and Prof. Matthew George Escobido, Chair of the Sub-Committee for Technology Innovations of the Management Association of the Philippines and Professor of the Asian Institute of Management (AIM).