Training Workshop on Kab-Kab Food Processing in Villaba, Leyte

On March 25–26, 2025, the LGU Villaba’s Municipal Social Welfare and Development (MSWD) office and Visayas State University’s Research, Extension, and Innovation (REI) unit of Baybay (VSU Baybay) and Villaba (VSU Villaba) conducted a two-day Food Processing Training on the production of kab-kab. It aimed to safeguard traditional food processes and improve the livelihoods of Women‘s Association members in Villaba, Leyte. The training featured theoretical lectures and practical workshops with discussion on ingredient selection, hygiene, packaging, and market trends, facilitated by VSU experts. The participants were highly satisfied and […]

Purple Gold: The Promising Future of Ube in Region 8

Purple Gold: The Promising Future of Ube in Region 8 In the lush landscapes of Region 8, a bright future is taking root, ube  (𝘋𝘪𝘰𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘓.). A humble crop that serves as a staple and dessert in many Filipino households for decades, and is widely cultivated by local farmers for its distinct flavor and […]