On October 15, 2024, faculty members actively
participated in the Sectoral Meeting on Agricultural and Fishery Machinery
Standards, organized by the Department of Agriculture - Bureau of Agriculture
and Fisheries Standards (DA-BAFS). The event was held at the BAFS Conference
Room, BPI Compound, Visayas Avenue, Quezon City, and aimed to discuss and
consult on the development of standards for agricultural and fishery machinery
for the 2024-2027 cycle.
Engr. Kelvin Michael A. Crystal, a
prominent DAFE faculty member, attended the event, contributing his expertise
to the discussions on the future of agricultural machinery standards in the
Philippines. In place of Engr. Richelle Mae D. Mendoza-Olpot, Engr. John Paulo
M. Perido, also from DAFE, represented the university, further highlighting the
department's commitment to advancing agricultural innovation and
standardization.
The sectoral meeting focused on
DA-BAFS’s plans, activities, and programs (PAP) related to agricultural and
fishery machinery, seeking input from key stakeholders, including universities,
research institutions, and the private sector. The collaborative effort aims to
ensure that the machinery standards developed are relevant, efficient, and
tailored to meet the needs of both local and national agricultural sectors.
Both Engr. Crystal and Engr. Perido
played active roles in the discussions, bringing valuable insights from their
academic and research experiences at CvSU. Their participation underscores
DAFE’s leadership in agricultural engineering and its dedication to addressing
the challenges faced by the sector through practical solutions and
technological advancements.
The event not only reinforced the
importance of agricultural machinery standards in promoting productivity and
sustainability but also highlighted the vital contributions of DAFE in shaping
the future of agricultural practices in the Philippines. Through their
involvement, Engr. Crystal and Engr. Perido continue to elevate DAFE’s role in
driving innovation and collaboration within the agricultural and biosystems
engineering community. (VVVergara)
