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SEARCA pushes rigorous impact assessment in S&T at IA Con 2026

MUNTINLUPA CITY, Philippines—The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) co-organized the 2nd Science and Technology IMPACT Assessment Conference (IACon 2026) held on 25–26 May 2026 at the Acacia Hotel in Alabang. The event was led by the University of the Philippines Los Baños College of Public Affairs and D…

TFNet and SEARCA Discuss Possible Collaborations on Capacity Building

24 November 2025

LOS BAÑOS, PHILIPPINES – Mr. Muhamed Salim bin Mohd Ali, Chief Executive Officer of the International Tropical Fruits Network (TFNet), paid a courtesy visit to the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) on 19 November. Mr. Salim was welcomed by Ms…

International Tropical Fruits Network (TFNet)

LOS BAÑOS, PHILIPPINES – Mr. Muhamed Salim bin Mohd Ali, Chief Executive Officer of the International Tropical Fruits Network (TFNet), paid a courtesy visit to the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) on 19 November. Mr. Salim was welcomed by Ms…

24 November 2025

Lao PDR farmers convert farm waste into affordable hydroponic nutrients

24 November 2025

Savannakhet, Lao PDR—A new biotechnology-based innovation is empowering local farmers in Savannakhet province to transform agricultural waste into cost-effective, organic nutrient solutions for hydroponic crops. Supported by a grant from the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Re…

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Savannakhet, Lao PDR—A new biotechnology-based innovation is empowering local farmers in Savannakhet province to transform agricultural waste into cost-effective, organic nutrient solutions for hydroponic crops. Supported by a grant from the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Re…

23 November 2025

SEARCA showcases biotechnology advances at National Biotechnology Week 2025

23 November 2025

MANILA, Philippines — The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) participated in the National Biotechnology Week 2025, held from 28 to 30 October 2025 at the Century Park Hotel in Manila. Featuring the theme "gAIn Biotech, growing Artificial Intellig…

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MANILA, Philippines — The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) participated in the National Biotechnology Week 2025, held from 28 to 30 October 2025 at the Century Park Hotel in Manila. Featuring the theme "gAIn Biotech, growing Artificial Intellig…

22 November 2025

SEARCA calls for bold agri transformation at ICFEC 2025

22 November 2025

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) has underscored the vital role of the science-policy-practice interface in achieving resilient and sustainable food systems. Speaking at the 3rd International Conference on Food, E…

Journal Online

BAGUIO CITY, Philippines – The Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture (SEARCA) has underscored the vital role of the science-policy-practice interface in achieving resilient and sustainable food systems. Speaking at the 3rd International Conference on Food, E…

22 November 2025

Biotechnology key to unlocking healthier, more sustainable future

22 November 2025

THE Philippines is on the cusp of a biotechnological revolution, with the potential to transform the country's agriculture, food security, and public health. A recent forum in Manila brought together scientists, regulators, and media professionals to discuss the latest advances in biotechnology and…

The Manila Times

THE Philippines is on the cusp of a biotechnological revolution, with the potential to transform the country's agriculture, food security, and public health. A recent forum in Manila brought together scientists, regulators, and media professionals to discuss the latest advances in biotechnology and…