๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ | TAU strengthens Partnership for Agar Wood Propagation, receives Seedlingsย
Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) continues to advance its commitment to sustainable agroforestry development through a ceremonial signing of partnership with the Open Paradigm CenterโCMC, Incorporated, recently held at the University, on 20 January 2026.ย
The agreement was formally signed by TAU President Dr. Silverio Ramon DC. Salunson and Mr. Apolinario M. De Leon, Jr., Head of the partner corporation, signifying collaborative initiatives for environmental stewardship and livelihood development.
As a manifestation of the strong partnership, the Open Paradigm Center also awarded 50 Agar Wood seedlings to TAU. These seedlings will serve as mother plants and will be planted at Titi-Calao, the Universityโs forest reserve, to support future propagation efforts.
We proudly congratulate the Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (BSABE) students of Tarlac Agricultural Universityโs (TAU) College of Engineering and Technology (CET) for their spirited participation and impressive achievements at PABESTIGAN XII, held at University of the Philippines Los Baรฑos from 23-25 January.ย
A special salute goes to Maume P. Ariola (BSABE-4) for securing the 2nd Runner-up spot in the Agricultural Machine Parts Identification, and the entire CET delegation for being crowned the Champions of the Cheer Category, truly showcasing the unbeatable spirit of TAU.
Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) marks another significant breakthrough in research and innovation with the implementation of the DOSTโTECHNiCOM funded project, โMooving-Forward with the Philippine Mastitis Test,โ 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.
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.
The Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) through the National Service Training Program (NSTP) strengthens student emergency response skills during the โGender-Responsive Training on Emergency Response (First Aid, Life Support, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for NSTP studentsโ 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.
