𝐐𝐔𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐛𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭

As the week-long celebration of Tarlac Agricultural University’s 80th Founding Anniversary draws to a close, University President Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson’s message resonates as a fitting conclusion to a milestone marked by gratitude, reflection, and renewed purpose. In welcoming the TAU community to the Anniversary Convocation, he underscored the remarkable collective journey that transformed the institution from a modest high school into a globally engaged university. He paid tribute to the people behind this progress, affirming that TAU’s true strength lies in its shared vision, unity, and enduring commitment to service and excellence.

Anchored on the anniversary theme, President Salunson honored the University’s rich history while calling on the community to face future challenges with confidence and resolve. He framed pressing global concerns such as climate change, food security, and sustainable development not as obstacles, but as opportunities for TAU to further advance research, strengthen partnerships, and expand its global presence. As the celebration concludes, his message leaves the University community with a clear sense of direction and optimism, affirming that TAU moves forward into its next decade ready to lead with innovation, sustainability, and a strong global perspective.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭

Highlighting the fusion of tradition and innovation, the Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) conducts the Harvest Festival and welcomes guests to the SMART Agriculture Center as part of its 80th founding anniversary celebration, 18 December.

The Harvest Festival is part of TAU’s participation in the vegetable derby, where various seed organizations showcase the diversity of local agricultural produce and help farmers identify seed varieties suited to local conditions.

The event also highlights different food stalls and merchandise located in front of the TAU Multipurpose Center that feature agricultural products, technologies, and services from various organizations and partners.

In addition, TAU opens its SMART Agriculture Center to visiting delegates, providing a closer look at technology-driven solutions in agriculture. Demonstrations feature precision farming tools, data-based decision systems, and modern production techniques aligned with climate-smart and sustainable practices.

𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 | 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬. 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐀𝐔’𝐬 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭, 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝟖𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

During the grand Convocation for Tarlac Agricultural University’s (TAU) 80th Founding Anniversary on 18 December, University President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson framed TAU’s eight decades as a symbolic call to advance the institution’s worldwide influence while renewing commitment to its core mission. The event, held at the Gilberto O. Teodoro Multipurpose Center, centered on the anniversary motto, “80 Years of Excellence: Cultivating Innovation, Sustainability, and Global Leadership,” drawing together the TAU community and distinguished guests in a shared vision for the future.

Representation marked the day from its start, with the planting of a native oak as a living “Legacy Tree”, an act embodying growth, resilience, and TAU’s pledge to environmental stewardship.

In his keynote address, President Salunson urged the academic community to reflect on its journey with gratitude and move forward with a clear purpose. “This occasion invites us to look back with gratitude and forward with purpose,” he stated, challenging TAUians to consider “what we have become and what we choose to pursue.” He highlighted that, over generations, the University has produced not only farmers and educators but also innovators, entrepreneurs, scientists, and leaders who drive progress locally and abroad.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐒 | 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐀𝐔 𝐀𝐃𝐂𝐎 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬

As part of Tarlac Agricultural University’s (TAU) celebration of the 80th Founding Anniversary, members of the Administrative College (AdCo) lead the tree-planting activity on 18 December, reinforcing the University’s long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.

The members gather in a designated one (1) hectare land located at the cottage area near the men's dormitory. Among those planted are Philippine oak (Lithocarpus sp.), palosapis (Anisoptera thurifera), and white lauan (Pentacme paucinervis). 

The oak tree, one of the highlights of the planting activity, carries strong symbolism in the context of a foundation celebration. It represents strength, endurance, stability, and growth from humble beginnings and reflects TAU’s eight decades of service, resilience, and continuous development.

The university also plans to gradually plant all Philippine native tree species within the identified one (1) hectare area, further positioning TAU as a living laboratory for forestry education and a sanctuary for biodiversity conservation.