Forestry Department NEMSU Bislig Campus

LOOK | A Day with Philippine Flora! 🌿
The North Eastern Mindanao State University Bislig Campus, represented by Forester Charry Mae Numeron & Forester Jun Mark M. Tomas together with the students, explored the rich and diverse plant life of Sitio Sote, Brgy. Burbuanan, Bislig City.

They were joined by distinguished mentors and experts: Dr. Pieter Pelser & Dr. Julie Barcelona from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, CENRO Bislig Forester Romel Arbolonio, and Sir Guiller Opiso from the Philippine Eagle Foundation.

The activity provided hands-on experience in plant identification, ecological interactions, and conservation practices—truly a day full of learning, discovery, and appreciation for our country’s unique biodiversity! 🍃

LOOK | The BS Forestry students of North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) actively participated in the Lecture on Botany and the Co’s Digital Flora of the Philippines (CDFP) as part of their academic enrichment.

Guided by the expertise of Dr. Pelser and Dr. Barcelona, who shared their knowledge all the way from New Zealand, the students gained valuable insights into herbaria and modern digital approaches in studying and documenting Philippine flora. The activity also featured an engaging open forum, where students had the opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and deepen their understanding of plant science and conservation in the digital age. 🌱🌿✨

𝙳𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚖𝚋𝚎𝚛 𝟷𝟹–𝟷𝟺, 𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟻 | 𝙺𝚗𝚘𝚠𝚕𝚎𝚍𝚐𝚎 𝙴𝚡𝚌𝚑𝚊𝚗𝚐𝚎 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚂𝚞𝚜𝚝𝚊𝚒𝚗𝚊𝚋𝚕𝚎 𝙰𝚐𝚊𝚛𝚠𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝙿𝚛𝚘𝚍𝚞𝚌𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗

Forestry Faculty visited the Aquilaria plantation of 𝐌𝐫. 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐨 President of Agar Care Philippines Inc. and participated in a two-day agarwood seminar.

The seminar highlighted advanced, research-based propagation techniques of agarwood seedlings—a crucial innovation for achieving sustainable and scalable agarwood production.

In line with strengthening academe–industry collaboration, NEMSU Forestry Faculty is invited to serve as one of the resource institutions, sharing expertise in:

1. Leaf-based propagation of agarwood seedlings
2. Handling and preparation of mother trees
3. Marcotting, shoot cutting, and hydroponic techniques Sustainable, research-aligned agarwood farming practices.

This engagement underscores the value of collaboration between industry practitioners and academic institutions in promoting innovation, sustainability, and excellence in agarwood research and production.

𝙰𝚜𝚜𝚎𝚜𝚜𝚖𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚘𝚏 𝙰𝚋𝚘𝚟𝚎-𝙶𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚗𝚍 𝙱𝚕𝚞𝚎 𝙲𝚊𝚛𝚋𝚘𝚗 𝚂𝚝𝚘𝚌𝚔 𝚊𝚗𝚍 𝙲𝚘𝚖𝚖𝚞𝚗𝚒𝚝𝚢 𝚆𝚒𝚕𝚕𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚗𝚎𝚜𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝙿𝚊𝚢 𝚒𝚗 𝚃𝚊𝚐𝚞𝚒𝚌𝚘𝚗 𝙼𝚊𝚗𝚐𝚛𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚜

Fieldwork for the thesis “𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝑨𝒃𝒐𝒗𝒆-𝑮𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑩𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒓𝒃𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒄𝒌 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝑷𝒂𝒚 𝒊𝒏 𝑻𝒂𝒈𝒖𝒊𝒄𝒐𝒏 𝑴𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒔 ” was conducted on December 2–5, 2025 by Forestry students of NEMSU Bislig Campus: Christian Pagayanan, Jake Flores, Honey Romina, Angelie Manamao, Reniel Limbaga, and Jolina Rendon, under the supervision of their thesis adviser Forester Charry Mae S. Numeron.

Supported by CENRO–LGU led by Forester Floilan F. Arcitas, together with three Bantay Dagat personnel, the group established 10 × 10 m plots with four replicates per zone across seaward, middle, and landward areas.

Measurements of tree diameter and height were taken, alongside species identification of mangrove stands, to estimate the above-ground blue carbon stock. Prior to this activity, the students conducted a survey in nearby communities to gather data on their awareness of mangrove conservation and their willingness to support related initiatives.

This field activity highlights the Department’s continuing commitment to research-based learning, community collaboration, and science-informed mangrove management.

🌲✨ Empowering Future Foresters Through Drone Technology! ✨🌲

The field of forestry continues to evolve—and so do we. To strengthen modern approaches in forest monitoring, planning, and conservation, a Training Workshop on Basic Flight Planning and Aerial Photogrammetry using Drone Technology was successfully conducted last November 27–28, 2025 at the 3rd Floor Admin Building, NEMSU Bislig Campus.

Through this activity, participants explored how drones and aerial photogrammetry can transform traditional forest surveys by providing real-time, accurate, and high-resolution spatial data. From mapping forest landscapes to supporting reforestation planning, wildfire monitoring, and biodiversity assessment, drone technology is now an essential tool in sustainable forest management.

Facilitated by For. Genevieve A. Vergara and For. Chille T. Usa, and welcomed by Campus Director Whelson C. Pasos, the workshop equipped all 2nd year Forestry students with hands-on knowledge in flight planning, data acquisition, image processing, and the interpretation of photogrammetric outputs.

A special appreciation to our resource speaker, Mr. Michael Jeremiah R. Mativo, GIS Specialist/Remote Sensing Technologist of DENR-Caraga, for sharing his expertise and inspiring future foresters to embrace innovation and digital tools in the field.

🌐📍 Together, we move toward science-based, technology-driven, and sustainable forest management.

𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐭
November 8–9 | Lawigan, Lingig, Surigao del Sur

The ecotourism activity at Lawigan Resort last November 8–9 emphasized practical learning and responsible tourism. Under the instruction of For. Charry Mae S. Numeron, students from 3rd year section B completed activities that strengthened their understanding of sustainable site management.

𝓐𝓬𝓽𝓲𝓿𝓲𝓽𝓲𝓮𝓼 𝓒𝓸𝓷𝓭𝓾𝓬𝓽𝓮𝓭:

Carrying Capacity Assessment – identifying the maximum number of visitors the resort can responsibly accommodate.

AI-Assisted Resort Designing – using AI tools to generate eco-friendly and functional resort layout concepts.

Data Interpretation Session – analyzing site data to guide decisions and support sustainable planning.

Afterwards, students had their get together and other fun activities.

These activities reinforced the importance of using science, technology, and data to protect natural areas while allowing tourism to grow responsibly. The experience highlighted that sustainable development is achievable when environmental limits are respected and decisions are grounded in evidence.





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📅 November 25, 2025
𝓝𝓔𝓜𝓢𝓤–𝓑𝓲𝓼𝓵𝓲𝓰 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙮 𝓕𝓪𝓬𝓾𝓵𝓽𝔂 & 𝓢𝓽𝓪𝓯𝓯 𝓒𝓸𝓷𝓭𝓾𝓬𝓽 𝓑𝓮𝓷𝓬𝓱𝓶𝓪𝓻𝓴 𝓥𝓲𝓼𝓲𝓽 𝓸𝓷 𝓗𝓲𝓰𝓱-𝓥𝓪𝓵𝓾𝓮 𝓢𝓹𝓮𝓬𝓲𝓮𝓼 𝓲𝓷 𝓛𝓸𝓻𝓮𝓽𝓸 𝓪𝓷𝓭 𝓣𝓻𝓮𝓷𝓽𝓸, 𝓐𝓰𝓾𝓼𝓪𝓷 𝓭𝓮𝓵 𝓢𝓾𝓻

The faculty and staff of the Forestry Department, NEMSU–Bislig Campus conducted a benchmarking visit to CENRO Loreto, Barangay Waloe, and the Aquilaria plantation of Sir Chris Albero as part of the preparatory activities for the upcoming GAA-funded research project:

𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐄𝐌𝐒𝐔-𝐁𝐢𝐬𝐥𝐢𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬: 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 Aquilaria spp. (Agarwood), Dillenia philippinensis (Katmon), Diospyros blancoi (Kamagong), and Pterocarpus indicus (Narra).”

The team gathered essential insights on Aquilaria spp. cultivation, management practices, and plantation conditions—critical information that will guide the successful establishment of high-valued species. The forestry department extends its gratitude to Sir Chris Albero for opening his Aquilaria plantation as a benchmark site and for strengthening the partnership between the university and local farmers in advancing Aquilaria research, extension, and production. This collaboration reinforces NEMSU’s commitment to supporting community-based initiatives and promoting high-value species development in the region.

This initiative reinforces NEMSU’s dedication to environmental conservation, biodiversity enhancement, and promoting excellence in sustainable forestry research. A purposeful collaboration toward resilient ecosystems and research-driven innovation.

| Congratulations to For. Charry Mae S. Numeron, a faculty researcher of NEMSU Bislig Campus, for achieving an international milestone with her latest publication in a Q3 Scopus-indexed journal under Mahidol University. This marks her first Scopus-indexed article for 2025—an outstanding testament to her growing research influence and academic excellence.

Scan the QR to read the full article or click the link below:
https://doi.org/10.32526/ennrj/23/20240311

How to cite:
Villareal, J. F., Untong, R. U., Mispil, A. U., Poclis, C. E., Numeron, C. M. S., & Marasigan, O. S. (2025b). Comparative fiber morphology of four underutilized native tree species in Maguindanao, Philippines. Environment and Natural Resources Journal, 23(4), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.32526/ennrj/23/20240311

The NEMSU community celebrates this success with you and looks forward to more impactful research in the future!

Good day, BS Forestry Alumni!

We are currently conducting a Tracer Study for BS Forestry graduates Batch 2018, 2019, and 2020 of USeP-Bislig Campus and Batch 2022, and 2023 of NEMSU Bislig Campus.

We kindly ask for a few minutes of your time to answer this survey. Your responses will greatly help in evaluating our program and improving the quality of education for future Forestry students.

📌 Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0kLSfANpSxSjbXi3CRcge4lcjclS7G9a9WoYs1PngRSivMg/viewform

All information will be kept confidential and used only for research and academic purposes.

Thank you very much for your support!
NEMSU BS Forestry Department

Bachelor of Science in Forestry ALUMNI SURVEY The North Eastern Mindanao State University (NEMSU) Bislig Campus is conducting a tracer study for their forestry graduates — NEMSU classes of 2021–2023 and USEP classes of 2018–2021. This study aims to gather updates on the career paths and employment outcomes of alumni. It also seeks valuabl...

🚀 Empowering the Future of Forestry Through Technology! 🌳✨

Join us for the Training Workshop on Basic Flight Planning and Aerial Photogrammetry Using Drone Technology — a hands-on learning experience designed to equip both faculty and students with advanced skills in drone operation, mapping, and forest resource assessment.

🗓 November 27–28, 2025
📍 New Academic Building, NEMSU Bislig Campus
🎙 Resource Speaker: Michael Jeremiah R. Mativo
You may pre- register through the link: https://forms.gle/UCz85mPR9sjngQ8k9

PS. SLOTS ARE ALREADY FULL.

Let’s take forestry to greater heights with innovation and technology! 🌍📸

The Forestry Department of North Eastern Mindanao State University – Bislig Campus successfully conducted a forestry extension activity on November 07, 2025 at Barangay Coleto under the initiative Project Green-Air. This activity aimed to empower upland farmers by introducing sustainable practices that promote environmental conservation and responsible land management.

A significant highlight of this activity was signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between NEMSU Forestry faculty, Extension Head Melchora B. Baculinao, Department Head Hannah G. Pantaleon and Barangay Coleto officials, represented by the Barangay Captain Hon. Eddie C. Deloy. This partnership marks a shared commitment to strengthen community-based forestry efforts and foster a lasting collaboration for sustainable upland development.

Through Project Green-Air, the university continues to uphold its mission of extending knowledge with local communities to build a greener, healthier, and more resilient future for all. 🌳💚