DOST, DOT partner to align Western Visayas tourism with global sustainability standards

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Western Visayas and the Department of Tourism Region VI (DOT VI) partner to align local operations with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Standards. Designed to bridge the gap between global benchmarks and local implementation, the partnership organized two (2) knowledge-exchange activities with academic and industry partners who
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From Seafarer to Science-Driven Agripreneur

The path from the life of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) to that of a flourishing agripreneur is rarely a straight line; it is a rigorous test of one’s discipline and capacity to evolve. For Mr. Chester A. Coronica, however, this transition has been defined by perseverance, a deep-rooted love for his community, and the
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DOST Capiz collaborates with NIA to boost Irrigators’ Association market readiness

Five (5) participating Irrigator’s Associations (IA) in Capiz enhanced its product compliance and strengthen the market readiness through a Packaging 101 and Mandatory Labeling Requirements training conducted by the Department of Science and Technology Capiz Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST -Capiz PSTO), in collaboration with the National Irrigation and Administration (NIA) Aklan-Capiz Irrigation Management
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Capiz Provincial Fisheries Development Plan TWG Meeting Kicks Off Strategic Roadmap

With nets cast toward a more sustainable future, leaders and stakeholders from across Capiz, gathered to guide the province’s fisheries and aquaculture development, as the Provincial Government, through the Provincial Agriculturist Office (OPA), together with DOST Capiz, partners from various national government agencies, Capiz State University, and local government units, convened the session of “Strengthening
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DOST Aklan honors outstanding S&T  partners in the province

The Department of Science and Technology Aklan Provincial Science and Technology Office (DOST Aklan) recognizes the achievements of local businesses and communities during the 2025 Provincial SETUP and CEST Awards. The event was attended by recipients of the Small Enterprise Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP) and the Community Empowerment through Science and Technology (CEST) awards, marking
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DOST’s FoodtrIP and SAFE food carts bring local food innovations to Sinadya Bazaar 2025

Department of Science and Technology Capiz  (DOST Capiz), in partnership with the Roxas City Local Government and Capiz State University (CAPSU), headlined the Sinadya Bazaar held in Roxas City, Capiz through showcasing local street food and agri-fishery products and science-based innovations. The bazaar featured three SAFE Food Carts developed under the DOST Grants-In-Aid (GIA) project
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Future hospitality professionals develop human resource capabilities in DOST’s modern service industry orientation

To bridge the gap between academic learning and global industry standards, the Department of Science and Technology Western Visayas (DOST Western Visayas) held a comprehensive technical orientation for 105 students and faculty members of Malay College, Aklan. The training, which specifically targeted Tourism and Hospitality Management majors, focused on three critical pillars of the modern
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DOST Capiz recognized for advancing quality basic education through S&T initiatives

The Department of Science and Technology Capiz (DOST Capiz) was recognized by the Department of Education (DepEd) – Schools Division of Capiz for its significant contributions to the division’s programs aimed at strengthening the delivery of quality basic education in the province. During the 2025 Partners and Stakeholders’ Recognition and Appreciation Program cum Local Stakeholders’
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DOST Capiz recognizes top MSMEs and community partners in the province

The Department of Science and Technology Capiz (DOST Capiz) celebrates the impact of science, technology, and innovation (STI) through honoring exceptional MSMEs, implementing agencies, and community partners in Capiz during the 2025 Provincial SETUP and CEST Awards. The ceremony served to highlight successful S&T interventions that are fostering inclusive and resilient development across the province.
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Local farmers identify priority needs and develop solutions at DOST Aklan’s CLCP workshop

Local farmers from Banga and Balete, Aklan identify priority needs and develop solutions within the community during the Department of Science and Technology Aklan’s (DOST Aklan) Community Life Competence Process (CLCP) workshop. The activity brought farmers from both municipalities of Banga and Balete, who were grouped together to better understand their community concerns. Utilizing the
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