Faculty members and students from the Department of Agricultural and Food Engineering (DAFE) at Cavite State University (CvSU) showcased their expertise and excellence at the 21st PSABE IV-A Regional Convention, held on January 31, 2025, at the Ynares Events Center, Antipolo City, Rizal. Themed “Innovating for a Sustainable Future: Advancing the Agriculture and Environment Sectors through Engineering,” the event gathered Agricultural and Biosystems Engineers (ABEs) from across the region to discuss technological advancements and sustainable solutions for the industry.
A
highlight of the convention was the plenary session, which featured
distinguished speakers sharing insights on advancing agricultural and
environmental sustainability through engineering. Among them was Dr. Ruel M.
Mojica, a University Professor and esteemed DAFE faculty member, who delivered
a talk on "Accelerating the Future of Agricultural and Biosystems
Engineering through Technology Commercialization." Dr. Mojica emphasized
the critical role of research and innovation in transforming engineering solutions
into market-ready technologies, highlighting the need for stronger
collaboration between the academe, industry, and government to drive progress
in the field.
Adding
to DAFE’s achievements at the convention, the PSABE PPG CvSU Chapter competed
in the 1st PSABE Pre-Professional Group (PPG) Quiz Contest, demonstrating their
knowledge and skills in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering. Both CvSU
teams secured spots in the top three, with the team of Charles Kaven Gonzales,
Ezekiel Borasca, and CJhaye Ron Costa emerging as champions, while Erica Keith
Sanchez, Liane Mojica, and John Bryan Alcantara clinched 3rd place. The teams
were coached by Engr. John Paulo M. Perido, a dedicated DAFE faculty member,
whose mentorship contributed to their outstanding performance.
DAFE’s
strong presence at the 21st PSABE IV-A Regional Convention not only highlighted
the department’s leadership in agricultural and biosystems engineering but also
reinforced its commitment to academic excellence, research, and professional
development. (VVVergara)
