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		<title>Empowering indigenous agriculture: Mamanwa tribe undergoes comprehensive abaca workshop at NARC</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/empowering-indigenous-agriculture-mamanwa-tribe-underwent-comprehensive-abaca-workshop-at-narc/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Trisha Claire Jualo]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:12:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[SDG-11: Sustainable Cities and Communities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-16: Peace; Justice and Strong Institutions]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-17: Partnerships for the Goals]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In a major effort to strengthen sustainable agriculture and socio-economic resilience among indigenous communities, members of the Mamanwa tribe of Brgy. Binocaran, Malimono, Surigao Del Norte, participated in a three-day intensive capacity-building workshop on Abaca Production Management and Post-Harvest Processing, hosted at the National Abaca Research Center (NARC) in Visayas State University last July 14-16, [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/empowering-indigenous-agriculture-mamanwa-tribe-underwent-comprehensive-abaca-workshop-at-narc/">Empowering indigenous agriculture: Mamanwa tribe undergoes comprehensive abaca workshop at NARC</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Through the lens: strengthening visual storytelling for REI</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/through-the-lens-strengthening-visual-storytelling-for-research-and-development/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jesiah Mar Santos &#124; KM Support]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 01:41:01 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-4: Quality Education]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Every Research, Extension, and Innovation (REI) work always starts with a story. It could be the story of a farmer who adopts a new technology introduced by an extension worker. It could be the story of a community that benefited from a university-based research project. It could be the story of a scientist who successfully [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/through-the-lens-strengthening-visual-storytelling-for-research-and-development/">Through the lens: strengthening visual storytelling for REI</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Strengthening coconut seedling production through innovative vitro culture techniques</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/strengthening-coconut-seedling-production-through-innovative-in-vitro-culture-techniques/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jesiah Mar Santos &#124; KM Support]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:51:25 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[REI Spotlight]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-2: Zero Hunger]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-9: Industry; Innovation and Infrastructure]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The coconut industry has long been one of the pillars of Philippine agriculture, providing livelihood opportunities for millions of Filipino farmers and contributing significantly to the country&#8217;s economy. Despite its importance, the industry continues to face challenges, including aging coconut stands, declining productivity, pest infestations, and the increasing impacts of natural disasters. These concerns underscore [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/strengthening-coconut-seedling-production-through-innovative-in-vitro-culture-techniques/">Strengthening coconut seedling production through innovative vitro culture techniques</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>New chapter in extension service: iCARE Philippines’ first leg takes root in Siargao</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/new-chapter-in-extension-service-icare-philippines-first-leg-takes-root-in-siargao/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Nikka Estrella G. Telen &#124; Extension Office]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:29:35 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Extension]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-13: Climate Action]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-15: Life on Land]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-17: Partnerships for the Goals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-2: Zero Hunger]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-4: Quality Education]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>With the launch of the first leg of VSU’s iCARE Philippines, in partnership with iLAJA Siargao and AGREA-Siargao, with the title, “Para sa Isla: Capacity Building on Regenerative Agriculture and Organizational Development,” the VSU Extension Office has formally commenced its efforts to emplement a first-ever University-led Extension initiative. Led by Dr. Catherine C. Arradaza, Director [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/new-chapter-in-extension-service-icare-philippines-first-leg-takes-root-in-siargao/">New chapter in extension service: iCARE Philippines’ first leg takes root in Siargao</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>VSU Conducts 2026 Annual In-House Review</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-conducts-annual-in-house-review-2026/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jesiah Mar Santos &#124; KM Support]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:39:11 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Extension]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Research]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[and Infrastructure]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-11: Sustainable Cities and Communities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-13: Climate Action]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-15: Life on Land]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-17: Partnerships for the Goals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-2: Zero Hunger]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-4: Quality Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/?p=7457</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>Visayas State University (VSU) successfully conducted its 2026 Annual In-House Review (AIHR) from July 6–10, 2026, at the Office of the Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovation (OVPREI) Building. The event served as a platform for evaluating the progress, accomplishments, and outcomes of the university’s completed and ongoing research and extension programs and projects. [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-conducts-annual-in-house-review-2026/">VSU Conducts 2026 Annual In-House Review</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>VSU Isabel-DIE hosts the 1st International Multidisciplinary Research Colloquium 2026</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-isabel-dei-hosts-the-1st-international-multidisciplinary-research-colloquium-2026/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rovejama Caaya &#124; VSU Isabel]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:12:06 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-4: Quality Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-7: Affordable and Clean Energy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-9: Industry; Innovation and Infrastructure]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Department of Industrial Engineering at VSU Isabel successfully held the 1st International Multidisciplinary Research Colloquium 2026 (IMRC 2026) on May 21-22, 2026. The two-day event brought together researchers, educators, professionals and students from institutions worldwide. With the theme &#8220;Synergy of Knowledge: Unifying Engineering, Sciences and Education towards Sustainable Development, the event capacitated the participants [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-isabel-dei-hosts-the-1st-international-multidisciplinary-research-colloquium-2026/">VSU Isabel-DIE hosts the 1st International Multidisciplinary Research Colloquium 2026</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Farm2Table: Bridging Farmers and Markets Through Digital Innovation in Baybay City</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/farm2table-bridging-farmers-and-markets-through-digital-innovation-in-baybay-city/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Jesiah Mar Santos &#124; KM Support]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:24:20 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[REI Spotlight]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-12: Responsible Consumption and Production]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-2: Zero Hunger]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-9: Industry; Innovation and Infrastructure]]></category>
		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/?p=7379</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>For generations, agriculture has been in a shady situation: while farmers exhaust themselves day and night to feed the nation, they often are the ones who suffer most to put food on their own tables. Indeed, many local farmers, particularly in Baybay City, Leyte, face the same challenges, compounded by other external factors that affect [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/farm2table-bridging-farmers-and-markets-through-digital-innovation-in-baybay-city/">Farm2Table: Bridging Farmers and Markets Through Digital Innovation in Baybay City</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>NCRC-V Bags Major Awards During VSU’s 102nd Anniversary Celebration</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/ncrc-v-bags-major-awards-during-vsus-102nd-anniversary-celebration/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Karla Tomada]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 08:51:41 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Extension]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Research]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-12: Responsible Consumption and Production]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-13: Climate Action]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-4: Quality Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/?p=7212</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>The National Coconut Research Center – Visayas (NCRC-V) received four prestigious awards, namely: Best Booth of the Year, Green Leadership Award, Most Innovative Booth, and Most Creative Booth during the VSU 102nd Founding Anniversary Awarding Ceremony. The Best Booth of the Year award was conferred upon NCRC-V in recognition of the booth’s outstanding overall presentation and impact. [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/ncrc-v-bags-major-awards-during-vsus-102nd-anniversary-celebration/">NCRC-V Bags Major Awards During VSU’s 102nd Anniversary Celebration</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>VSU Strengthens Inclusive Collaboration with PWDs and Business Partners through TLA and MOA Signing</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-strengthens-inclusive-collaboration-with-pwds-and-business-partners-through-tla-and-moa-signing/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gabriel Cillado]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 05:35:38 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Innovation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-1: No Poverty]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-10: Reduced Inequalities]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-17: Partnerships for the Goals]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/?p=6566</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>VSU forged its commitment to inclusive collaboration and regional development through the conduct of a Technology Licensing Agreement (TLA) and Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Signing Ceremony at the VSU–OVPREI Breakout Room 1 on September 22, 2025. The activity convened university officials, industry stakeholders, community partners, and technology adopters, underscoring collaborative efforts to translate research-based innovations [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-strengthens-inclusive-collaboration-with-pwds-and-business-partners-through-tla-and-moa-signing/">VSU Strengthens Inclusive Collaboration with PWDs and Business Partners through TLA and MOA Signing</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>VSU Ignites Youth Entrepreneurship with LIYAB SparkLab 2025 Launch</title>
		<link>https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-ignites-youth-entrepreneurship-with-liyab-sparklab-2025-launch/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Gabriel Cillado]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:05:49 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Innovation]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-13: Climate Action]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-17: Partnerships for the Goals]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-2: Zero Hunger]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-4: Quality Education]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[SDG-8: Decent Work and Economic Growth]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/?p=6557</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>VSU officially rolled out LIYAB SparkLab 2025 at the VSU Smart Classroom in Visca, Baybay City, Leyte, on December 16, 2026, to kickstart a new wave of youth-led business ideas. The program is built to spark grassroots innovation across Eastern Visayas, offering hands-on training, mentorship, and vital resources for young people eager to reshape sustainable [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph/vsu-ignites-youth-entrepreneurship-with-liyab-sparklab-2025-launch/">VSU Ignites Youth Entrepreneurship with LIYAB SparkLab 2025 Launch</a> first appeared on <a href="https://ovprei.vsu.edu.ph">VSU R&D Nexus | Visayas State University</a>.</p>]]></description>
		
		
		
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