2012 SEARCA Agriculture and Development Seminar Series (ADSS)
The SEARCA Agriculture and Development Seminar Series (ADSS) encourages the presentation and discussion of development and research issues, as well as their implications for agricultural and rural development. It aims to contribute to a vibrant scientific exchange within, and even beyond, the Los Baños Science Community.
Interested in ADSS?
SEARCA is keen to partner with government institutions, corporations, universities, civic organizations and individuals who see the potential in ADSS and would like to explore hosting a session or series of sessions, to serve as a resource speaker or to simply suggest the next ADSS topic.
Interested parties may contact Dr. Nova Ramos at .
26 Jan 2012
Progress in R&D of Biotech Products at Monsanto
Dr. Stanislav Flasinski, Gene Expression Discovery Team Lead, Monsanto
Remarks: Special Seminar
13 Mar 2012
Updates on the UPLB Bioenergy Program
Dr. Rex B. Demafelis, Professor, Department of Chemical Engineering, College of Engineering and Agro-industrial Technology, UP Los Baños
Remarks: In cooperation with Gamma Sigma Delta-Honor Society of Agriculture (GSD-HSA)
20 Mar 2012
Biotechnological Approaches for Effective Management of Virus Diseases of Major Crops in the Philippines
Dr. Filomena C. Sta. Cruz, Associate Professor, Crop Protection Cluster, College of Agriculture, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Remarks: UPLB Centennial Professorial Chair Lecture
21 Jun 2012
Renewable Energy in California: Some Insights for Community Development in Southeast Asia
Dr. Valentino M. Tiangco, Biomass Program Lead and Senior Project Manager, Energy Research and Development Department, Sacramento Municipal Utility District California, USA
Remarks: Special Graduate Seminar
18 Jul 2012
Investing in Structured Trade of Farm Products: Case of Yellow Corn in the Philippines
Dr. Ramon Clarete, Professor, School of Economics, UP Diliman
19 Jul 2012
Research 102: What I didn't learn in my research method course
Dr. Mia Liza A. Lustria, Associate Professor, College of Communication and Information, Florida State Univeristy
20 Jul 2012
REDD+ and Safeguards: State of UNFCCC Negotiations and Relevance to ASEAN
Dr. Nur Masripatin, Director, Centre for Standardization and Environment, Ministry of Forestry, Indonesia and Coordinator, ASEAN Regional Knowledge Network on Forest and Climate Change (ARKN-FCC)
24 Jul 2012
Southeast Asian Development Trends and Opportunities: What They Mean for SEARCA’s Research
Dr. Mercedita A. Sombilla, Former Manager for Research and Development, SEARCA
28 Aug 2012
Philippine Agriculture 2020
Dr. Emil Q. Javier, President, National Academy of Science and Technology
18 Sep 2012
A Management System for Watersheds Dominated by Spiked Pepper (Piper aduncum) in Southern Mindanao, Philippines
Dr. Thomas L. Cardente, SEARCA PhD Scholar and Forester I, DENR Region XI
19 Sep 2012
Biodiversity in Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Mr. Jose C. Reaño, President and Managing Director, Broadchem Corporation
5 Oct 2012
In Pursuit of Inclusive Growth
Dr. Arsenio M. Balisacan, Secretary of Socioeconomic Planning and Director-General of the National Economic and Development Authorit
Remarks: Special Seminar; In cooperation with University of the Philippines Los Baños College of Economics and Management Department of Economics
7 Dec 2012
The Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries, and Food Security (CTI-CFF): An Initiative for a Sustainable Future
Dr. Hendra Yusran Siri, Vice-Coordinator, Interim Regional Secretariat, CTI-CFF, Jakarta, Indonesia
Remarks: Special Seminar
10 Jan 2012
Factors Influencing Enrollment in Agriculture Courses
Mr. Kritsada Phongkaranyaphat, Lecturer, Maejo University - Phrae Campus, Thailand
10 Jan 2012
Early Growth and Carbon Sequestration Potential of Selected Tree Species in Degraded Grassland in Southern Leyte, Philippines
Prof. Anatolio N. Polinar, SEARCA PhD Research Scholar and Assistant Professor, College of Forestry and Natural Resources, Visayas State University
24 Jan 2012
Year-Round Programmed Production of Mangoes
Dr. Calixto M. Protacio, Professor, Dept. of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, University of the Philippines Los Baños
Remarks: In cooperation with Gamma Sigma Delta-Honor Society of Agriculture (GSD-HSA)
7 Feb 2012
Threat on and Prospect of the Philippine Banana Industry in the Face of Fusarium Wilt TR4 Epidemic
Dr. Agustin B. Molina, Regional Coordinator, Asia and the Pacific Bioversity International
21 Feb 2012
The Role of Socially Responsible Small and Medium Enterprises in Agricultural and Rural Development
Mr. Benjamin R. Quiñones, Jr., Chairman, Coalition of Socially Responsible SMEs in Asia
28 Feb 2012
Hibiscus Breeding in the Philippines: A Thriving Sector in the Flower Industry
Dr. Pablito M. Magdalita, Associate Professor and UP Scientist I, Crop Science Cluster, College of Agriculture, UP Los Baños
Remarks: In cooperation with Gamma Sigma Delta-Honor Society of Agriculture (GSD-HSA)
2 Mar 2012
KM for Development: Focus on R&D and Innovation
Dr. Serafin D. Talisayon, Director, R&D, Center for Concious Living Foundation, Inc. Philippines
Remarks: Special Seminar
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