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Silliman University College of Agriculture Student Researchers Garner Best Poster Award at IConSIE 2026 in UP Cebu

Student researchers from the Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly brought home the Best Poster Award during the International Conference on Nature Studies and Innovations for the Environment (IConSIE 2026) held at the University of the Philippines Cebu from May 12–15, 2026.

The award was earned in recognition of their outstanding research presentation, competing against participating academic institutions from different parts of the world.

Full details to follow.

Padayon Silliman!

Silliman University College of Agriculture at ICoNSIE 2026

The students together with faculty researchers of the Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly participated in the Poster Paper Competition during the ICoNSIE 2026 held at University of the Philippines Cebu from May 12–15, 2026.

The event showcased innovative research, scientific collaboration, and academic excellence among young researchers from various academic institutions worldwide. This participation reaffirmed the commitment of SUCoA to advancing sustainable agriculture, research innovation, and scholarly engagement.

Congratulations to our student researchers, advisers, and mentors for representing Silliman University with excellence, professionalism, and passion for science and service.

Padayon Silliman!

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Silliman University College of Agriculture is the largest delegation at the International Conference on Nature Studies and Innovation for the Environment (ICoNSIE) 2026 held at UP Cebu.

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Silliman University College of Agriculture Practicum Orientation is scheduled on April 21, 2026 (Tuesday), at 8:00 AM, to be held at Room 9. This orientation is an essential activity for all students who will be undertaking their practicum this midyear.

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Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly announces another milestone in student research excellence as the study entitled “𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐮𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 (𝐂𝐮𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐮𝐬 𝐋.) 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐨 (𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐦 𝐥𝐲𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐦 𝐋.) 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐞 𝐕𝐞𝐫𝐚 (𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫) 𝐆𝐞𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠” has been accepted for oral presentation at the International Conference on Nature Studies and Innovations for the Environment 2026 (ICoNSIE 2026).

The research was conducted by 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐢 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐕. 𝐈𝐧𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨, 𝐉𝐂 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐁. 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐨, 𝐁𝐞𝐚 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐲𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐅. 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐐. 𝐁𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐥, 𝐉𝐫., whose collaborative work was selected for oral presentation, signifying a notable milestone in student-led research and international academic engagement.

Anchored on the theme, “Navigating the Path Towards Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050,” ICoNSIE 2026 serves as a global platform for researchers, scholars, and environmental practitioners to present scientific innovations that promote ecological sustainability, food security, and climate-responsive solutions.

The accepted study investigates the use of aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis Miller) gel coating in extending the shelf life and maintaining the quality of cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) and tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.), offering valuable insights into natural and eco-friendly preservation techniques. The research highlights the potential of plant-based coatings as sustainable alternatives to conventional postharvest treatments, contributing to reduced food waste and improved storage practices.

This achievement reflects the dedication, innovation, and research excellence of the student researchers, as well as the continued commitment of the Silliman University College of Agriculture to nurture globally competitive learners who contribute meaningfully to agricultural advancement, food sustainability, and environmental stewardship.

Padayon, Aggies researchers!

Via.Veritas. Vita

Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly announces another milestone in student research excellence as the study entitled “𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦-𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐬 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥, 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬” has been accepted for oral presentation at the International Conference on Nature Studies and Innovations for the Environment 2026 (ICoNSIE 2026).

The research was conducted by 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗮 𝗩. 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮, 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘇, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗺 𝗣. 𝗪𝗼𝗹𝗳𝗲, whose collaborative work was selected for oral presentation, signifying a notable milestone in student-led research and international academic engagement.

Anchored on the theme, “Navigating the Path Towards Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050,” ICoNSIE 2026 serves as a global platform for researchers, scholars, and environmental practitioners to present scientific studies and innovative approaches that support ecological sustainability, climate resilience, and responsible resource management.

The accepted study focuses on farm-level land suitability analysis for crop production in Negros Oriental, providing valuable insights into optimizing land use, improving crop productivity, and guiding evidence-based agricultural decision-making. The research highlights the importance of site-specific assessment and data-driven strategies in promoting efficient, sustainable, and climate-responsive farming systems.

This achievement reflects the dedication, analytical rigor, and research excellence of the student researchers, as well as the continued commitment of the Silliman University College of Agriculture to develop globally competitive learners who contribute meaningfully to agricultural advancement and environmental stewardship.

Padayon, Aggies researchers!

Via.Veritas. Vita

Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly announces another significant achievement in student research as the study entitled “𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝙋𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙮𝙧𝙝𝙞𝙯𝙪𝙨 𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙪𝙨 (𝙇.)𝐔𝐫𝐛., 𝙄𝙥𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙚𝙖 𝙗𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙨 (𝐋.) 𝐋𝐚𝐦., 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝘾𝙪𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙖 𝙢𝙖𝙭𝙞𝙢𝙖 𝐃𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬” has been accepted for poster presentation and included in the Poster Paper Competition at the International Conference on Nature Studies and Innovations for the Environment 2026 (ICoNSIE 2026).

The research was conducted by
𝐁𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐑. 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨, 𝐃𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧 𝐃. 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐭, 𝐃𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐒. 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧, 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐂. 𝐇𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜, 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐚 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐑. 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐨ñ𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫 𝐉𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐕. 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐨, whose collaborative work was selected for poster presentation, signifying a notable milestone in student-led research and international academic engagement.

Anchored on the theme, “Navigating the Path Towards Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050,” ICoNSIE 2026 serves as a prestigious global platform for researchers, students, and environmental advocates to present scientific studies that promote ecological sustainability, food innovation, and climate-responsive solutions.

The accepted study explores the culinary potential of selected root and vegetable crops—Pachyrhizus erosus (singkamas), Ipomoea batatas (sweet potato), and Cucurbita maxima (squash)—highlighting their value in developing innovative food applications. The research provides meaningful insights into food sustainability, value addition, and the utilization of locally available crops to support environmentally responsible and resource-efficient food systems.

This accomplishment reflects the dedication, creativity, and research excellence of the student researchers, as well as the continuing commitment of the Silliman University College of Agriculture to nurture globally competitive learners who contribute meaningfully to agricultural development, food innovation, and environmental sustainability.

Padayon, Aggies researchers!

Via.Veritas. Vita

Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly announces that another study entitled “𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐲𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧 (𝙕𝙚𝙖 𝙢𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙇.) 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬” has been accepted for 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐈𝐂𝐨𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔).

The research was conducted by 𝐉𝐂 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐁. 𝐈𝐧𝐚𝐨, 𝐁𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐑. 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨, 𝐋𝐞𝐯𝐢 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐕. 𝐈𝐧𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨, 𝐉𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐚𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐜 𝐑. 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐭, 𝐄𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨, 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐂. 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐚, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐨 𝐃. 𝐁𝐮𝐥𝐟𝐚 𝐉𝐫., whose collaborative work was selected for oral presentation, signifying a notable milestone in student-led research and international academic engagement.

Anchored on the theme, “Navigating the Path Towards Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050,” ICoNSIE 2026 serves as a distinguished global platform for researchers, students, and environmental advocates to present scientific studies and innovative solutions that support ecological resilience, climate action, and sustainable development.

The accepted study investigates the effects of rice hull silica nanoparticles on root growth and chlorophyll content in corn (Zea mays L.) under salinity stress, offering important insights into crop resilience, sustainable agricultural technologies, and the productive utilization of agricultural by-products. The research highlights the potential of nanotechnology-based interventions in improving plant performance under adverse environmental conditions, aligning strongly with the conference’s commitment to science-driven solutions for a more sustainable future.

This achievement reflects the dedication, teamwork, and research excellence of the student researchers and their mentor, as well as the continuing commitment of the Silliman University College of Agriculture to nurture globally competitive learners and scholars who contribute meaningfully to agricultural advancement and environmental stewardship.

Padayon, Aggies researchers!

Via.Veritas. Vita

Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly announces another notable achievement in student research as the study entitled “𝗨𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝗱-𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗮 (𝙈𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖 𝙇.) 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀” has been accepted for poster presentation and included in the 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐈𝐂𝐨𝐍𝐒𝐈𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔).

The research was conducted by 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞 𝐓. 𝐎𝐥𝐚𝐦, 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐞 𝐆. 𝐃𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧 𝐉𝐚𝐲 𝐒. 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬, all of which are 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗜 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 of the College whose work has gain acceptance for its relevance to this year's theme and goal.

ICoNSIE 2026 serves as a prestigious global platform for researchers, students, and environmental advocates to showcase scientific studies that promote ecological resilience, sustainability, and innovation in response to current environmental challenges. The conference is anchored on the theme, “Navigating the Path Towards Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050,” underscoring the urgency of developing science-based solutions for a more sustainable future.

Their accepted study explores the effect of ultrasonication on the germination and seedling growth of hard-coated ampalaya (Momordica charantia L.) seeds, providing promising insights into seed enhancement technologies that may improve crop establishment and agricultural productivity. The research highlights the potential of innovative pre-sowing treatments in supporting efficient and environmentally responsive crop production systems.

This accomplishment reflects the dedication, scientific curiosity, and research potential of the student researchers, as well as the continued commitment of the Silliman University College of Agriculture to cultivate globally competitive learners who contribute meaningfully to agricultural advancement and environmental sustainability.

Padayon, Level I Aggies researchers!

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Silliman University College of Agriculture proudly announces another academic achievement of its Level I learners and graduate student 𝐊𝐲𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐐. 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐨, 𝐍𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏. 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐧, 𝐀𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐃. 𝐉𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧, 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐧 𝐓. 𝐓𝐚ñ𝐚𝐫𝐚, 𝐄𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐨 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐂. 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐯𝐚, whose research study has been accepted for 𝐎𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at the 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 (𝗜𝗖𝗼𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗘 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲).

Their study, entitled “𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐮𝐥𝐥–𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬 (𝐒𝐍𝐏𝐬) 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬,” was selected for oral presentation, signifying a notable milestone in student-led research and international academic engagement.

The conference, themed “Navigating the Path Towards Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050,” serves as a global platform for researchers, scholars, and innovators to present scientific studies and sustainable solutions that contribute to environmental resilience, climate action, and ecological advancement.

The accepted research investigates the growth response of corn seedlings to rice hull–derived silica nanoparticles (SNPs) under salt stress conditions, offering valuable insights into sustainable agricultural innovation, crop adaptability, and the productive use of agricultural by-products. The study underscores the importance of scientific inquiry in developing environmentally responsive strategies for crop improvement and food production systems.

This accomplishment reflects the dedication, collaborative effort, and research potential of these young scholars, as well as the continuing commitment of the Silliman University College of Agriculture to nurture globally competitive learners who contribute meaningfully to agricultural development and environmental sustainability.

The College of Agriculture extends its heartfelt congratulations to Kylle Benedict Q. Arado, Nash Vincent P. Castillon, Aston D. Jumawan, Cameron T. Tañara, Emilio Jacinto, and Jack C. Silva for this outstanding achievement and wishes them success as they represent the institution in the international academic community.

Padayon, Aggies researchers!

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