This was participated by researchers from BSU, Northwest Samar State University, Bicol University, Marinduque State University, and the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines.

 

BSU President Kenneth A. Laruan and VP for Research and Extension Roscinto Ian C. Lumbres welcomed the participants and the resource speakers from the DA-BAR Program Development Division, Marnelie G. Subong and Leila Jamila P. Rebuldela.

The workshop started with a presentation of DA-BAR funding priorities, requirements, and submission processes by Subong and Rebuldela. This was followed by a discussion on navigating the research processes for DA-BAR funding, led by Nordalyn B. Pedroche, a faculty member of the BSU College of Agriculture and Deputy Director of the Cordillera Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Resources Research and Development (CORCAARRD).

 

Next, Venecio U. Ultra, Jr., DOST Balik-Scientist, along with the participants presented initial topics/problems areas of interest. A writeshop was then held to polish the participant’s significance of the study, objectives, and literature.

The second day began with a recap of the previous day’s activities, followed by sessions focused on polishing Research Design/Methodologies and the preparation of work plans and budgets. Participants also presented their draft proposals to a panel of evaluators.

 

The workshop concluded with the presentation of the participants’ outputs and mentoring facilitated by Ultra and the resource speakers. Junel B. Soriano, Director of DA-BAR, encouraged participants to go beyond the publishing of their research. He emphasized the importance of research impact and urged collaboration with Local Government Units (LGUs). Raymond Patrick L. Cabrera of DA-BAR also attended the event and shared words of guidance with the participants.

 

In her closing remarks, Ruth S. Batani, Director of the Office of Research Services and CORCAARRD, reiterated Soriano’s message about the importance of collaborating with LGUs. She acknowledged that researchers feel satisfied with their research outputs but what is essential is the impact and the need for participation with the LGU. Batani also hoped for a partnership with the DA-BAR.//BTayaban