Shamag July 2016

Organic Arabica coffee grown under pine trees is thetrademark of BSU’s Institute of Highland Farming Systemsand Agroforestry (IHFSA)ShamagOfficial Publication of Benguet State University ISSN 0118-0304 JuLY 2016 Vol. XX No. 7DTI and BSU launch shared INSIDE THIS ISSUEservice facility for coffee BSU researchers are CHED In partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry, the shared service facility for coffee was launched on July 7, 2016 at BSU’s Institute of Highland Farming REPUBLICA qualifiers...page 3 Systems and Agroforestry (IHFSA) in Puguis, La Trinidad. The facility is expected to help Guest physician talks about coffee farmers, processors and other stakeholders improve postharvest processing how to prevent diabetes...page methods and raise the yield and cup quality of Arabica coffee. This will be done through 3 services such as depulping, dehulling, sorting/grading, roasting and coffee cup testing. BSU complies with good It will also provide information and techno-guides on quality coffee production and governance requirements postharvest processing. ...page 4 Art in the Jungle Undersecretary Zenaida C. ...page 4 Maglaya DTI-CAR, Regional CHED Commissioner Director Myrna P. Pablo, DTI sanggalang leads forum Benguet, Provincial Director on establishment of techno- Freda M. Gawisan, Benguet demo farms Gov. Crescencio C. Pacalso, La ...page 5 Trinidad Mayor Romeo K. Salda, Japan-funded agriculture and BSU President, Feliciano facility completed G. Calora Jr. opens the Shared ...page 6 Service Facility on July 7, 2016. Upcoming activities for the //Photo by Carlito Dar Centennial Anniversary ...page 7 The launching was led by Undersecretary Zenaida C. Maglaya who heads the DTI Regional Operations Group, DTI-CAR Regional Director Myrna P. Pablo, DTI Benguet Provincial Director Freda M. Gawisan, Benguet Gov. Crescencio C. Pacalso, La Trinidad Mayor Romeo K. Salda, and BSU President, Feliciano G. Calora Jr. The event was attended by other DTI-CAR provincial directors, BSU research and extension directors and staff, Benguet and La Trinidad LGUs and people from the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). DTI provided equipment worth more than PhP 4M which includes coffee roasting machines, espresso machine, coffee cupping kit, cup testing table, moisture DTI and BSU...page 7

2 SJuhlaym20a1g6 Benguet State University VISION A PREMIER UNIVERSITY delivering world-class education that promotes sustainable development amidst climate change. MISSION To provide quality education to enhance food security, sustainable communities, industry innovation, climate resilience, gender equality, institutional development and partnerships. CORE VALUES (SLIDES) Student-centered Leadership Integrity Diversity Efficiency Service GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Goal I. To develop proactive programs to ensure relevant quality education Objectives: 1.To benchmark curricular and co-curricular programs with national and international standards 2.To develop alternative learning experiences to enhance skills that match industry needs 3.To develop innovative and relevant curricular and co-curricular programs 4.To enhance proactive student welfare and development programs Goal II. To develop proactive programs for quality service Objectives: 1.To enhance relevant human resource development programs 2.To develop effective and efficient innovative platforms for cascading information 3.To enhance and develop employee welfare programs EDITORIAL BOARD Goal III. To enhance responsive systems and procedures for transparent EDITOR institutional development Kara S. Panolong Objectives: ASSOCIATE EDITOR 1.To enhance and develop innovative financial management systemsJennyline L. Sabado-Tabangcura 2.To ensure transparency in all transactions in the university 3.To ensure inclusive and consultative decision making PROOFREADERS Alejandro D. Nono Goal IV. To develop relevant and gender sensitive research and extension programs for institutional Sheryl I. Fernando development, sustainable communities, climate resilience, industry innovation, and partnerships Objectives: LAY-OUT 1. To develop relevant multimedia tools in disseminating technology, knowledge Jennyline L. Sabado-Tabangcura and information generated from RDE programs 2. To develop relevant RDE activities that will address current problems and CONTRIBUTORS support cultural advocacy Fely Gabito 3. To partner with strategic local, regional, national and international entities Rocky Ngalob Goal V. To strengthen and expand public-private partnership PHOTO CONTRIBUTORS Objectives: 1. Sustain and pursue functional University-relation with the alumni and other Redgie Melvic Cawis organizations both in the government and non-government entities Carlito Dar 2. To strengthen the linkage among academe, industries, LGUs and community Sheryl Fernado *The above is the new VMGO of the University approved through Rocky Ngalob the Board of Regents Resolution # 2494, s. 2016. CIRCULATION STAFF Emily P. Salazar Alejandro D. Nono Records Office First published in 1996, Shamag is one of the official publications of Benguet State University. It was named after theIbaloi word for news. It is a medium for employees, clients, students and partners to disseminate their programs, achievementsand advocacies. Shamag aims to help the University goal in strengthening public-private partnerships. Articles, pictures, comments, suggestions, reactions, and letters to the Editor may be submitted to the Editor orAssociate Editor of Shamag at the Benguet State University Public Affairs Office through (074) 422-2127 loc. 69 or throughemail at [email protected] or [email protected]. Submitted materials will be acknowledged but Editors will determine whether materials submitted for publicationshall be printed based on the Filipino Journalist’s Code of Ethics. The editors also reserve the right to edit submitted materialsfor mechanics. The Shamag is guided by the journalistic standards of the Associated Press. Any opinions expressed are thoseof the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Shamag staff.

BSU researchers are CHED REPUBLICA qualifiers 3JSuhlaym20a1g6 The CHED REPUBLICA qualifiers were recognized by VP for Research and Extension, Dr. Benguet” by Marissa R. Parao, Kenneth A. Laruan and carlito P. Laurean and BSU president, Dr. Feliciano G. Calora, Jr. during the flag ceremony Mendil T. Palista. on August 1, 2016//Photo by SIFernando On the same occasion, BSU researchers which were recommended by the Higher Education Three researches from BSU were Batani, Gigy G. Banes and Kacy O. Labon. Regional Research Center also presented their studies. recognized as qualifiers to the The researchers were recognized For the oral presentation, the papers presented were: “Ecological Succession of Farms under Fallow Period Commission on Higher Education’s Research on July 27, 2016 at the Century Park Hotel in in Atok, Benguet” presented by Romeo A. Gomez, Jr.; “Development of Soil Fertility Management Decision Publication or REPUBLICA Awards. These Manila during the CHED REPUBLICA Awards Tool for Improving Yield of Cabbage amidst Changing Climate in Benguet” presented by Carlito P. Laurean; researches were among the 53 entries and Recognition Night as part of the Higher “Aboveground Biomass Estimation of Coniferous Forests in Benguet, Philippines using Remote Sensing” selected out of 300 entries nationwide. The Education Research Conference. presented by Roscinto C. Lumbres; and “Prevalence and Stand Susceptibility of Pinus kesiya in Camp John researches are: “Cultivation and Conservation The other BSU entries submitted for Hay, Baguio City to Beetle Infestations” presented by Marissa R. Parao. of Traditional Food Crops and Perceptions of the REPUBLICA Awards were “Species Profile For the poster presentation, the papers presented were “Edible Ectomycorrhizal Mushrooms Farmers on Biodiversity Loss in the Cordillera and Associated Indigenous Knowledge of Trees in Benguet and Mt.Province” presented by Bernard S. Tad-awan and “Utilization of ICT for Benguet State Administrative Region” by Belinda A. Tad- and Shrubs Used as Tea in Benguet” by John University Knowledge Products Towards Knowledge Sharing Support for Climate-Change Initiatives” awan and Esther Josephine D. Sagalla; G. Tacloy; “Quarantine and Other Important presented by Maria Luz D. Fang-asan. The REPUBLICA Awards is held every “Artifacts Speak: Diversions of Benguet Diseases Affecting Economic Crops in Cordillera” two years while the Higher Education Research Conference is held annually. The REPUBLICA Awards Material Culture” by Stanley F. Anongos; by Janet S. Luis, Jocelyn C. Perez, Grace S. aims to recognize and reward outstanding research outputs of higher education faculty researchers, and “Time Use Analysis: Women and their Backian, Jennie T. Bawayan, Cynthia G. Kiswa leading to significant advances in priority disciplines and contributing to national development at the Households as Sites for Everyday Negotiations and Clarence B. Codod; and “Carbon Stock same time encourage research productivity and publication of research outputs in CHED accredited and Organizing Community Life” by Ruth S. Assessment of Selected Agroforestry Systems in and internationally indexed journals. The BSU Research Journal is CHED-accredited.//JST Guest physician talks about how to prevent diabetes On July 25, 2016, Dr. Erickson Madronio was invited by the University Health Services to talk about diabetes during the flag ceremony. Dr. Madronio specializes on internal medicine/endocrinology at the Pines City Doctor’s Hospital, Notre Dame De Chartres Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital Of The Sacred Heart. He related that diabetes, in layman’s term is the increase in blood sugar levels. He also revealed that there has been a rise in the incidence of diabetes caused by a lifestyle that lacks physical activity and improper diet. He added that diabetes is the number one cause of blindness, kidney dialysis and amputation that is not accident- related in the country. Symptoms of Diabetes 1. Dark skin around the neck 2. Irregular menstruation for women 3. Pimples 4. Sudden loss of weight 5. Frequent urination at night Tips in preventing diabetes 1. Diet -minimize carbohydrates (rice, noodles, burgers, pizza, crackers), fats (meat, frozen food, french fries) Dr. Erickson Madronio talks about diabetes -eat more fibers and greens and encourages the BSU constituents -avoid energy drinks and soft drinks to observe a healthy lifestyle in order to 2. Exercise avoid the disease. This was during the flag -ideally one should have 150 minutes of exercise a ceremony on July 25, 2016. week, exercise is not about having time but making time *This infographic is based on Dr. Erickson Madronio’s talk.

4 SJuhlaym20a1g6BSU complies with good governance requirements The Inter-Agency Task Force or IATF on the Harmonization of National Government Performance Monitoring,Information and Reporting Systems assessed that BSU is compliant to good governance requirements. The summary of the finalIATF assessment result is as follows:Eligibility Requirements Final Assessment The IATF also assessed BSU as eligible for the grant of the Performance- Based Bonus or PBB for the Fiscal year 2015. The PBB is given to employees basedGood Governance Compliant on their contribution to the accomplishment of their department’s overall targets andConditions commitments. Compliant One of the criteria and conditions for the grant of the PBB under the IATF1.      Transparency Seal Compliant Memo Circular No. 2015-1 is the use of the Strategic Performance Management(including Posting of System of System or SPMS as basis for ranking performance of First and Second level employees.Rating and Ranking) Compliant However, it must be noted that aside from compliance to the PBB Compliant requirements, the SPMS also support the demand for highly effective employees. The2.      PhilGEPS Posting Compliant performance-based evaluation system holds all employees accountable for increased Compliant clientele’s satisfaction.3.      Citizen’s/Service Charter The IATF members are the National Economic and Development Authority, Compliant Department of Budget and Management, Office of the President of the Philippines,STO and GASS Department of Finance and the Presidential Management Staff.//JST Compliant 1.      Submission of APP Met Obligations and2.      Submission of APCPI Disbursements on BUR targets as per DBM-3.      QMS Requirement CARAGA on 3/3/2016.4.      Submission of FinancialReport5.      Submission of Report onAgeing of Cash Advances6.      Submission of Budget andFinancial Accountability Reports (BFARs)FORM A (MFO and BUR) Met MFO Pls except for one performance indicator. Did not meet PI 2: Total number of graduates in PhD under MFO 2: Advanced Education Services. Actual accomplishmentArt in the Jungle Artist James Gabito facilitated an art workshop at Tuba, Benguet by Fely A. Gabito on January 16, 2016.//Photo courtesy of Fely Gabito On January 16-17, we were invited to facilitate an art workshopin Tuba, Benguet. It was not a typical art workshop so it was challengingbut rewarding. The steep trail leading to the venue was interesting for us especiallyfor our little daughter Taraw. She saw spring water drizzling from a rock,butterflies, a variety of wild vegetables, passion fruits, and rare species ofspider. But her obsession with the bashful mimosa plants gave her muchpleasure. We also saw some exotic hardwood trees and hop which areused primarily as flavoring and stability agent in beer-making. When we were almost near the venue, we could smell the aromaof the native pig being cooked. Upon arriving, we saw some elders whodid some rituals for the event as they were jamming around the campfire.Mr. Billy Gano who was in charge of the sculpture workshop, prepared thematerials together with the participants of the first part of the event. (Billy ART in the jungle...page 7

5SJuhlaym20a1g6CHED Commissioner,Dr. Ruperto Sanggalang andBSU President, Dr. FelicianoG. Calora, Jr. with BSU officialslead the R&E forum on July 1,2016 at the BSU AdCor.//JSTCHED Commissioner Ruperto S. Sanggalang leads forumon establishment of techno-demo projectsWith the pressing research Sanggalang presented that as of March 14, 2016, the techno-demo projects. Thus, in partnership and extension issues of State research outputs of SUCs were 3,037 research papers with the Management Association ofUniversities and Colleges, CHED published, 139 mature technologies developed, 237 the Philippines, CHED came up with theCommissioner Ruperto S. Sanggalang led granted patents and 51 commercial interventions. Business Proposal Endorsement Criteriaa forum on July 1, 2016 with University In terms of extension, there were 284 viable demo that serves as the basis for evaluation ofofficials and the directors and staff of projects, 42,936 adoptors and 22,024 adoptors who proposals or projects.the different research institutions and set up profitable businesses in the last three years. The Business Proposalcenters of BSU. The forum focused on the He added that there is still a need for more Endorsement Criteria is made up of twoestablishment of techno-demo projects in research, the link between research and extension major criteria, socio-economic criteriaSUCs. appears weak and National Agricultural Fisheries (50%) and the investment criteria (50%). As a background, Dr. Education System or NAFES institutions have limited The socio-economic criteria have four sub-criteria and these are: (1) productivityThe input-output/outcomes based framework presented by CHED Commissioner , Dr. Ruperto Sanggalang during the in terms of gross value added over idleR&E forum on July 1, 2016 at the BSU AdCor.//JST land/sea grants/completed research/ application of core competencies for extension services; best use/highest value consideration (2) income to the institution/faculty/team and stakeholders of the project (3) employment in terms of jobs generated, direct and indirect, within and outside the campus (4) social relevance on promoting peace and order, (SME/BMBE, PPP/ GIA; sustainability, development impact. The investment criteria have three sub-criteria which are: (1) risks inherent and consequential to the project, market/financial/operational/ environmental/health risks; (2) return or the IRR/payback of the project/cash flow (3) relative factors such as the furtherance of the SUCs mission, relevance to regional development plans, impact on major criteria #1 and development model. CHED Commissioner...page 7

6 JSuhlaym20a1g6Japan-funded agriculture facility now completeMr. Kenji Terada the First Secretary and Agriculture Attache of the Japanese Embassy with former La Trinidad Mayor, Edna C. Tabanda, BSU President, Dr. Feliciano G. Calora,Jr. and BSU VP for Research and Extension, Dr. Carlito P. Laurean unveil the marker of the BSU-ATBI/IC building on June 21, 2016. //Rocky NgalobAfter five years, the BSU Agribased Technology Business Terada lauded the quality of crops being Incubator/Innovation Center or ATBI/IC building produced at the BSU strawberry farm, wherefunded by the Japanese government is now complete. The incubatees in the ATBI/CI practice their craft theybuilding was formally turned over to the University by Mr. learned inside ATBI/IC.Kenji Terada, the First Secretary and Agriculture Attache of Dr. Ruth Diego, ATBI/IC Director saidthe Japanese Embassy on June 21, 2016. that Mr. Terada did not only monitor them but The BSU-ATBI/IC received a grant amounting motivated them as well, placing them to what theyto107,806 US dollars under the Grant Assistance for are now today. She added that at a gradual pace,Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) in 2012. The they were able to mold young farmers to shift fromfund was used for the construction of a Food Processing the destructive conventional farming to the goodCenter for the ATBI/IC. agricultural practice that is being advocated by Mr. Terada extended his utmost appreciation to ATBI/IC.the personalities involved in the project. The first batch of incubatees who are now “In behalf of the people of Japan, I’m very pleased managing their own farms while at same timeto know that ATBI/IC has contributed greatly to the income mentoring the current incubatees according toof locals who entered the facility, namely the ATBI/IC Diego.incubatees”, said Terada. Meanwhile, BSU President Dr. Feliciano G. Calora said that his administration is eyeing the facility to introduce the ‘value added processed food’ concept - adding value through food processing. He added that since there is abundance of Chinese cabbage, Kimchi could be produced. He also cited the popularization of BSU products like the Strawberry Jam which he believes can compete with the other locally processed jams.// Rocky NgalobMr. Kenji Terada, former La Trinidad Mayor, Edna C. Tabanda, BSU President, Dr. Feliciano G. Calora, Jr., BSU VP for Researchand Extension, Dr. Carlito P. Laurean, BSU-ATBI/CI Director, Dr. Ruth C. Diego and CA Faculty, Dr. Araceli G. Ladilad withthe ATBI/CI incubatees. //Rocky Ngalob

UpcBomSUinCg eancttiveintinesiafolrAthneniversary 7JSuhlaym20a1g6 Going Global: The Centennial Challenge January 27: Tree maintenance at the Centennial Biodiversity Part at the2016 October 6-7: Conference on Indigenous Tree Planting Site at Tawang, La Trinidad Knowledge Systems and Practices January 27-28: Technology Caravan: August 15: Launching of Environmental 4th Week October: Lecture Series: Forestry Community Jamboree in Atok Activities and Natural Resource (Part 1) January 30-31: Leadership JamboreeAugust 22: Staking the BSU highway October: Centennial Inter-Employees Sports January: Centennial Edition: boundary with 100 BSU Festival Farm-to-Forest Run Centennial Flags November: Training on Environmental 2nd Week February: Lecture Series: Forestry August 27: Opening of BSU Alumni Modeling and Natural Resource (Part 3) Association Activities 2nd Week November: Seminar 3rd Week February: Forestry Week September: Environmental Science Week on Hazardous Wastes Celebration Celebration November 7-11: Recognized Student February 23-24: Solid North Cultural September 2: University Tree Planting at Organization Exhibits Competition Tawang, La Trinidad, Benguet November 16-20: Technology Caravan: March: Information Drive: Earth Hour2nd Week September: Seminar-Workshop on Community Jamboree in Tublay March 15-17: International Conference on Ecowaste Management November 24-27: Technology Caravan: Food, Environment and CultureSeptember 1-31: Planting of Everlasting Community Jamboree in Kabayan March 22-24: Technology Caravan: Flowers December 9: Launching of Academic Festival Community Jamboree in BuguiasSeptember 20: Kapihan sa BSU in celebration of Education Week June: Centennial GraduationSeptember 27: Centennial Tour December 5: Ground Demo June to July: Forestry CaravanSeptember 28: Parade, Eucharistic 2nd Week December: Lecture Series: July 31: Environmental AdvocacyCelebration, Opening Program, Ceremonial Forestry and Natural Resource August 22: Kapihan sa BSUTree Planting at the Centennial Biodiversity December 16: Christmas Carols August 25: Centennial Battle of the BandsPark, Balili reclaimed area near museum, 4th Week August: Tree Maintenance at the Opening of Exhibits at the Historical 2017 Centennial Biodiversity Part at the Museum, Dinner with Cultural Show Tree Planting Site at TawangSeptember 27-30: Community Jamboree at January: Seminar-Workshop for Student August 28-31: Culminating Activities (Grand BSU Leaders: Waste management and Alumni Homecoming, Recognition of BSU asSeptember 30: BSU History Stage Play Drafting of Policies and Penalties a Historical Landmark, Everlasting Festival,September: Centennial Fun Run January 18-20: Seminar on Good Salad Crop Festival, Inauguration of theOctober 5-7: Book Fair Governance Centennial Park, Closing Program)October 5: Centennial Teachers Day January 27: Tree Planting at the Centennial Park The programs that can help setupCHED Commissioner...from page 5 techno-demo projects at SUCs as presented by Dr. In order for a business proposal to be while emphasizing that it is the responsibility of Sanggalang are the AIMS or the Asset Inventoryendorsed, it must receive at least a 70% score in researchers to farmers to come up with profitable Management for SUCs, the NAFES or theeach major criteria, and at least an 80% overall outcomes. He also advised that proposals should National Agricultural Fisheries Education Systemscore. The presentation of the criteria was followed have complete data, focused on a framework and the EMERGE or the Educated Marginalizedby a sample project proposal showcasing an with numbers to support funding request and Entrepreneur Resource Generation.//JSToutcomes-based framework. have definite outputs and outcomes with the Dr. Sanggalang then encouraged the guiding principle that people’s money is used toparticipants of the forum to submit proposals help them effectively.ART in the jungle...from page 4 Category) award the silver in the “Prix du Jury” while doing their artworks. Their inherent skillstook the Prix des Artistes or the Artist Award in (Jury Prize). In 2013, he returned to Morges and which need to be honed were manifested. Mythe 2015 International Sculpture Symposium in earned the “Prix des Artistes” (Artists’ Prize, wood favorite scene was that of some parents joiningMorges, Switzerland). category). their kids as they did their drawings. The second part of the event was My husband James and I facilitated The event was successful but one of thea drawing workshop. While waiting for the the drawing workshop which is not the usual challenges is the lack of art materials. But theirparticipants, event organizer Sir Gilbert Gano classroom-type. (James was chosen to represent display of ardent passion make me wish fromplayed the gong. As he played, he did it so Baguio City for the art exchange program in my heart that there will be generous sponsorswith passion which reverberated fully from Taebaek, South Korea for 3 consecutive years.) As who will be willing to support this program inthe peak. (Sir Gilbert first gained international they were unleashing their artistic skills, they were the future. Meanwhile, we encouraged them torecognition at the 2011 Morges International very eager to learn. They have different subject incorporate arts in their daily lives with whateverwhen he sculpted a block of stone into an old matters to explore but they obviously chose those materials available to them.//*The author is aman beating a gong. The figure earned him the which are close to their settlement, like landscapes faculty member at the BSU ELS. She is an art and“Prix du Public-Piere” (Audience Choice-Stone and animals. The children displayed excitement backpacking advocate.DTI and BSU...from page 1meter, percolators and coffee flatbed dryer for the cup testing laboratory of the facility. Once it is fully operational, the shared service facility can depulp asmuch as 10.5 tons of coffee/year, dehull 13.2 tons/year, roast 4.1 tons/year, sort or grade 1,750 samples/year and test 1,750 samples/year. The facility addresses one of the gaps in coffee production as identified by farmer associations and cooperatives, LGUs, NGOs, SUCs, DA-CAR andother stakeholders is the need for postharvest processing, coffee cupping and packaging technologies.//JST

8 SJuhlaym20a1g6 BSU joins 29th Cordillera Day. BSU officials, staff and students joined the parade for the 29th Cordillera Day on July 15, 2016 at Baguio City. This year’s theme is “CAR @ 29: Working together for an Autonomous and Empowered Cordillera.”//Photos by Redgie Melvic Cawis (PIA-CAR) Formal turn over of key positions. The turn-over rites for the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Vice President for Business Affairs were done on July 25, 2016 during the flag ceremony in front of the BSU Administration Building. In photo are: (l-r) Dr. Silvestre K. Aben, the incoming VP for Business Affairs; Dr. Jones K. Feleciano, the outgoing VP for Business Affairs; Dr. Tessie M. Merestela, the incoming VP for Academic Affairs and Dr. Percyveranda A. Lubrica, the outgoing VP for Academic Affairs.//JST We can fight Dengue. As of August 2, 2016, there are already 977 cases of Dengue in La Trinidad according to the Municipal Health Office. Let us take proper precautions and try to know as much as we can about Dengue and how to avoid it. Information is power. Visit www.bsu.edu.ph for an online copy of Shamag.