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The University of Southeastern Philippines’ (USeP) cultural ensemble, the Pangkat Silayan provided the cultural backdrop to the festive mood during the opening program of the “FIESTA sa Dabaw,” which is part of the 30th founding anniversary of the Southern Mindanao Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development Consortium (SMAARRDEC). Pangkat Silayan performed rhythmic tribal dances that delighted officials and guests who belonged to the 25 member agencies of SMAARRDEC.
“FIESTA sa Dabaw” features major programs and technologies generated for significant regional commodities such as coconut, banana, mango, and sea cucumber.
FIESTA is a collaboration of SMAARRDEC and the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PCAARRD). Conceptualized by PCAARRD, FIESTA aims to show the complete sphere of research and development as it treats with equal importance the whole agricultural value chain from production to processing to technology mainstreaming.
Through FIESTA, PCAARRD and its partners gather the various players of agricultural R&D, primarily the technology generators, farmers, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to showcase regional agricultural, aquatic and natural resources (AANR) technologies, innovations, products, and services; assist in the diffusion of technologies for better farming opportunities; and provide a true encounter of various research and development beneficiaries to maximize the benefits of particular products and commodities.