𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭

Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) marks another significant breakthrough in research and innovation with the implementation of the DOST–TECHNiCOM funded project, “Mooving-Forward with the Philippine Mastitis Test,” an initiative designed to deliver affordable and accessible solutions to dairy farmers across the country.

With a total project allocation of Php 3,778,174.00, the twelve-month program officially commenced on 23 May 2025 and is set to conclude on 22 May 2026. The project focuses on the development of a cost-efficient mastitis test reagent, providing dairy farmers with a practical and reliable tool for the early detection of mastitis as one of the most prevalent and economically damaging diseases affecting dairy cattle.

Notably, this initiative established the only Mastitis Testing Center in the Philippines, positioning TAU at the forefront of dairy health diagnostics and innovation. Since its implementation, the technology has already gained traction beyond Tarlac, with early adopters from the neighboring province of Pangasinan, reflecting the growing demand for affordable mastitis detection solutions among dairy communities.

The project is spearheaded by Ms. Catherine Diane DG. Robillos, Instructor at the College of Agriculture and Forestry (CAF), with the support of Mr. Ronaldo A. Briones, Project Technical Staff III and CAF faculty member. Together with the research team, they are dedicated to transforming scientific research into farm-ready technologies that directly respond to the pressing needs of dairy farmers, particularly in the region.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

Students, faculty, and staff from various colleges gather at multiple venues on 19-22 January for the College-Based Talakayan 2026. Organized by the College Student Councils (CSCs), this yearly assembly creates a crucial space for open communication and straightforward discussion between the student body and College leadership.

Within the sessions, a productive dialogue takes place. The event includes a question-and-answer segment, enabling concerned personnel to respond directly to student inquiries and feedback. This cooperative approach ensures that student perspectives are acknowledged and that the administration provides timely, clear answers to current campus matters, including resource availability, the rollout of new regulations, and academic guidelines.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭-𝐀𝐢𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) through the National Service Training Program (NSTP) strengthens student emergency response skills during the “Gender-Responsive Training on Emergency Response (First Aid, Life Support, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for NSTP students” held at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center on 24 January.

The whole day activity includes four modules and hands-on training. TAU-NSTP, in compliance with Republic Act 10121 also known as the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010, aims to adhere to the mandates that integrate disaster preparedness and education into school curricula and training programs.

Furthermore, the NSTP office intends to enhance the competency of students in terms of dealing with emergencies that come in the wake of natural or man-made calamities, as this is in line with the national program of the Department of Education (DepED), Commission on Higher Education (CHEd), and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), in collaboration with the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), among other agencies.

𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐑 | 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞, 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫

Running is the ultimate metaphor for dreams. Each stride is already a destination, each finish line a story.

In a relay, that story becomes shared. The baton pass is a pact of duty, linking solitary contribution to a collective effort. For Tarlac Agricultural University’s (TAU) athletes heading to the Regional SCUAA Games 2026, the track is a proving ground. Four determined runners, each in their own lane, are ready to carry the University’s hopes forward.

Tarlaqueño Jhaypee D. Maglalang is a hurdler and relay runner, he navigates the dual obstacles of academics and sports, inspired by his idol, Usain Bolt, and believing that true achievement is forged through sacrifice. A Dean’s Lister, he finds his pace at TAU, within a supportive community that acts as his second team, and where encouragement from teachers and staff helps him maintain balance. For Jhaypee, the race is about clean technique and consistent momentum, both on the track and in life.

The race for John Raven C. Villa is a marathon of grit. Specializing in the grueling 3000m to 10,000m events, his challenge is the ever-present shadow of injury, a setback that could erase months of training. Inspired by the humility of athlete Arlan Arbois Jr., he runs to build a better future for his family, viewing each exhausting lap at TAU as a necessary step toward a more stable finish line far beyond his home province of Batangas and the University oval.