The Department of Agricultural and Food
Engineering (DAFE) together with the Department of Information Technology (DIT)
and Sugar Palm Research, Information and Trade Center (SPRINT) had successfully
launched the first Kaong Serye: Tiba – Tiba sa Tuba last November 23, 2021
via Zoom and FB live. It was attended by students, faculty members, representative
from different LGU and cooperative and selected kaong farmers.
During her opening statement, Dr.
Marilyn Escobar echoed the importance of
continuous research on kaong sugar processing to further harnessed its
potential. Due to its low glycemic index, kaong sugar is considered as
good alternative to our conventional white sugar. She also added that this
technology will help our local kaong famers increase their income. Engr.
Arturo C. Eraña, a licensed agricultural and biosystems engineer and currently
serving as the Director of SPRINT served as the main speaker of the event. He
talked about the process behind kaong sugar production. The session
provided much needed information for the kaong famers and other
stakeholders who wanted to engage and learn more about the technology. Prof.
Charlotte Carandang reminded the kaong farmers that Cavite State
University will continue to join them in achieving the success in kaong industry
through effective extension and research activities.
This event is just the start, come and join us in the next Kaong Serye!
