Animal Science Society - USM Kabacan

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧(𝐀𝐋𝐄) 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐱 𝐀𝐕𝐑, 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨.

The seminar featured 𝐃𝐫. 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐮𝐬 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐆. 𝐄𝐥𝐞 as the resource speaker, who shared valuable knowledge and insights relevant to the field of Animal Science. The activity was organized under the guidance of the faculty in charge, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐒. 𝐂𝐚ñ𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐬 .

This academic activity aimed to enhance students’ understanding and appreciation of important concepts and current discussions in Animal Science. The success of the seminar was made possible through the collective effort and participation of the organizers, speaker, faculty members, and attendees. 📚🌱

💻𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚
𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫, 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐥

𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗔-𝗟𝗦𝗚

The CA-LSG strongly condemns the ongoing mockery directed at our Governor. Such behavior is baseless, malicious, and contrary to the values of respect and solidarity we uphold.

The tarpaulin was placed not only to welcome returning students but most especially to extend our embrace to shifters and transferees. This initiative reflects the CA-LSG’s commitment to creating a welcoming environment for those who have chosen to shift from other Colleges into the College of Agriculture. We recognize that shifting is a difficult decision, and we stand as their ates and kuyas, ready to ease their integration into the CA community.

On January 23, 2026, we proudly conducted the "Panag-uban CA-Pamilya: A Psycho-Spiritual Fellowship for Shifters and Transferees," the first of its kind in the University. This milestone event embodies our care and support for them as new members of the CA-Pamilya.

We are also grateful to our generous CA-LSG Advisers, whose support makes our campaigns and activities possible. To the CA student body, we assure you that the LSG fund remains secure in our USMECCO Account, and our Office is open for any verification.

We reaffirm our dedication to fostering dignity, inclusivity, and accountability within the College of Agriculture. Together, we build a community where every student feels valued and respected.

Tiwala’t Pagkakaisa: CA-Kampi para sa CA!

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒, 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐀𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐒!🌾🐄🌱💚

Your USM Animal Science family is so proud of you for passing the November 2025 Licensure Examination for Agriculturist.

𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎𝐃 𝐁𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐆𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐘 !

The Animal Science Society proudly extends our heartfelt congratulations to our dedicated professors for their outstanding contributions to the field of animal science. Your unwavering commitment to research, education, and innovation continues to inspire and elevate our community.

Thank you for shaping the future of animal science and mentoring the next generation of leaders. We are truly proud to have you as part of our society! 🙌

NEWS | 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗚𝗔𝗕𝗜 𝗡𝗚 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗔𝗟: 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗖𝗟𝗔𝗜𝗠𝗦 𝗘𝗫𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗨𝗦𝗠 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗𝗦 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬

With its unyielding pursuit of excellence in research, extension, and instruction, the College of Agriculture (CA) once again stood tall in the spotlight during the 2025 Gawad Parangal of the University of Southern Mindanao. The ceremony, held on September 27, 2025, at the USM Auditorium, celebrated the outstanding achievements of faculty and staff across the university. This year, the College of Agriculture brought immense pride to the USM community as its faculty dominated key categories.

The Gawad Karunungan, one of the highest distinctions awarded to faculty members who have earned prestigious recognition or citations from national or international institutions, was conferred solely to CA faculty. The honorees were Elorde Jr. S. Crispolon, Ph.D., Tamie C. Solpot, Ph.D., and Edward C. Barlaan, Ph.D.

Further adding to CA’s pride, Dr. Tamie C. Solpot was awarded as the Most Outstanding Researcher, bringing honor to the College with his impactful scholarly works.

In the field of extension, all three nominees for Most Outstanding Extensionist—Dr. Julius Jerome G. Ele, Dr. Josephine R. Migalbin, and Dr. Jurhamid C. Imlan—came from the Animal Science Department. Dr. Julius Jerome G. Ele was awarded the distinction, a testament to his dedication in strengthening the link between academic research and community development.

The Most Outstanding Research Program was awarded to NICER Project : Molecular Fingerprinting of Cacao Parental Recommended HYVs and True Criollo Ensuring Multiplication of Quality Planting Materials (QPMs) for Increased Productivity and Profitability. Spearheaded by Dr. Edward A. Barlaan and Bernadith T. Borja, MSc, with their research team.

In the Ulirang Kawani Awards, Ana Rose E. Cunanan, MSc was awarded in the Instructor Category, while Roy C. Ricabar, MSc also represented CA as nominee. In the Professor Category, Dr. Josephine R. Migalbin carried the CA banner as a distinguished nominee.

The College of Agriculture itself stood proud as nominee for Outstanding Academic Unit, underscoring its collective achievements as a premier academic institution.

With these triumphs, the College of Agriculture once more proves its standing as a center of excellence at USM. These accolades are not only individual victories but also collective achievements that embody the College’s vision of advancing agricultural education, research, and service. To all CA awardees, your dedication and hard work continue to bring honor to the College and inspire future generations of scholars and leaders. Congratulations!

𝗚𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗱 𝗞𝗮𝗿𝘂𝗻𝘂𝗴𝗮𝗻:
Elorde Jr. S. Crispolon, Ph.D.
Tamie C. Solpot, Ph.D.
Edward C. Barlaan, Ph.D.

𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿:
Tamie C. Solpot, Ph.D.

𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁:
Awarded: Julius Jerome G. Ele, Ph.D.
Nominees: Josephine R. Migalbin, Ph.D.; Jurhamid C. Imlan, Ph.D.

𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺:
NICER Project 1 – Molecular Fingerprinting of Cacao Parental Recommended HYVs and True Criollo Ensuring Multiplication of Quality Planting Materials (QPMs) for Increased Productivity and Profitability
Led by Edward A. Barlaan, Ph.D., Bernadith T. Borja, MSc, with Team

𝗨𝗹𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗶:
Instructor Category: Ana Rose E. Cunanan, MSc (Awarded); Roy C. Ricabar, MSc (Nominee)
Professor Category: Josephine R. Migalbin, Ph.D. (Nominee)

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁:
College of Agriculture (Nominee)

𝙑𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙡𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚

✍: Mitch Jairah A. Perez
💻: Jhun Jr. B. Lumayon

🌱𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢-𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭⁣
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Students from the 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 impressed visitors at the 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐡𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢-𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 with their inventive use of local ingredients and fresh ideas.⁣
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𝐉𝐀𝐃’𝐒 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐳𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦, developed by 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐨 𝐃𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐠 (𝟒𝐁𝐒𝐀-𝐂) and his team 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐑𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐲, 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐤𝐤𝐲 𝐊𝐡𝐲𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐚, 𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐣𝐨, 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐥 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐢ñ𝐨𝐬 (𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞), 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐥𝐣𝐮𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐥 (𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞). This creamy treat, made from dragon fruit, stood out for its delicious flavor and smooth texture. It won the 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 and 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐒𝐧𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐫𝐲, showing the team’s talent in creating unique, tasty products.⁣
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Another remarkable entry was 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐫é𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝, developed 𝐛𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐣𝐨 and the same team. Made from duck liver, this protein-rich spread combined traditional ingredients with a gourmet twist. It earned two special awards for 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and the 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 due to its appealing look and well thought out concept.⁣
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Both products highlighted the students’ creativity, teamwork, and skill in turning local agriculture and aquaculture into exciting food innovations. These achievements demonstrate how young innovators can bring fresh ideas to the industry, promoting sustainable and flavorful solutions.

Animal Science Society | CA-SINADYA 2025 Highlights🐐🐑🐔🐖🐄

This year’s CA-SINADYA 2025 has been a meaningful and memorable experience. It was not just a celebration of talent and competition, but also a time of growth, unity, and learning. We are proud to share the results of our collective efforts and teamwork.

We are grateful to be declared Champions in the following events:

🏆Mobile Legends
🏆Basketball
🏆Tug of War
🏆Extemporaneous Speech
🏆Charcoal Rendering
🏆Agri-Indakan: Hiphop Competition
🏆SILAKBO – Battle of the Bands

We also earned:

🥇 1st Place
Catch the Dragon’s Tail
Dish Garden

🥈 2nd Place
Mr. Agri- Fishery Icon 2025
Banderitas
In-Situ Painting

🥉 3rd Place
Ms. Agri-Fishery Icon 2025
Sack Race
Agri-Scientific Spelling Bee
Essay Writing
Saludo
Salakot Painting
Agri-Indakan: Contemporary Dance

These achievements remind us of what can happen when we support each other and work toward a common goal. It wasn’t just about winning it was about learning how to lead, how to listen, how to push ourselves, and how to show up for our team.

We give our heartfelt thanks to our Society Adviser Ma'am Josephine R. Migalbin, Co-Adviser Ma'am Beverly R. Valle and Department Chairperson Sir Roy C. Ricabar for the constant guidance and encouragement, and to our Society President Ms. Analuna Magdadaro for leading with purpose, patience, and dedication.

To every member who participated, volunteered, competed, or simply supported from the sidelines thank you. You helped build a community that values both excellence and respect.

This experience showed us that success is not only measured by award, but by how much we grow as individuals and as a team. We carry not only award, but lessons that will guide us far beyond this celebration.

Congratulations, Animal Science Society. Let’s continue to move forward with humility, strength, and unity.