Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau-DENR

04/09/2026

🧬 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗜𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 2026 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡! 🧬

Be part of the National Biotechnology Week (NBW) 2026 celebration and discover how biotechnology contributes to science, innovation, agriculture, the environment, health, and national development! Come explore the exhibits, learn more about biotechnology, and celebrate with us!

📅 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 21–24, 2026 📍
𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗥 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹, 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆

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03/09/2026

𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗥-𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗕 to 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝗔𝗛𝗜 🧵♻️

The DENR-ERDB, through the Urban Ecosystem Research Division (UERD), led by Division Chief Dr. Lynlei L. Pintor, in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Pandi, conducted the 2nd Stakeholder Mapping Workshop for Project TAHI in Pandi, Bulacan.

The workshop brought together key stakeholders from the local textile sector to establish baseline data on textile waste flows and identify priority problems and opportunities for waste avoidance, reduction, recovery, and circularity.

Through this collaborative initiative, Project TAHI strengthens stakeholder engagement and promotes innovative and sustainable approaches to textile waste management, supporting the transition toward a more circular textile sector.

03/09/2026

📰 | 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞-𝐛𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬

A recent feature by DOST-PCAARRD highlights the Mindanao Forest Tree Seed Center (MFTSC) and Training Hub under DENR-ERDB’s Forest and Wetland Research, Development and Extension Center (FWRDEC) in Bislig, Surigao del Sur.

The MFTSC, a facility funded by the DOST-PCAARRD through a joint project with DENR-ERDB, provides quality forest tree seeds and science-based seed technologies while strengthening the capacities of forestry stakeholders through training and technology transfer—helping advance reforestation, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable forestry across Mindanao. 🌿

Discover more about the MFTSC in this episode of DOST-PCAARRD’s Lakbay GALING Series: https://youtu.be/eZ5uwdl9FLQ

📖 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://pcaarrd.dost.gov.ph/index.php/quick-information-dispatch-qid-articles/mindanao-forest-tree-seed-center-strengthens-reforestation-through-science-based-quality-seed-technologies?fbclid=IwY2xjawUDC0BwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAGJyaWQRMUtSV045UUx4ZFJkRzJKWUFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeSEzQvv0LK9LCI0SecKiyYJ_6NFT4T9qo5Jrz-u34paBnFc3f9LjcfnWnJX8_aem_nn2iQw0lG1J5VxKnmgEFTQ

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Forests provide more than timber as they help regulate water supply, protect biodiversity, prevent soil erosion, and mitigate climate change. At the...

02/09/2026

📰 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑-𝐄𝐑𝐃𝐁-𝐔𝐁𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐂 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 4𝐀, 4𝐁, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 5

Strengthening the delivery and dissemination of the Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau’s (ERDB) technologies, the Urban and Biodiversity Research, Development and Extension Center (UBRDEC), of the DENR Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau, conducted the Technology Forum for UBRDEC-generated Technologies on July 28, 2026 via online platform.

“We believe that data-driven research is the cornerstone of responsive ENR programs and sound policy formulation. Coinciding with World Nature Conservation Day, this event highlights our commitment to conservation and sustainable practices,” said ERDB Director Lormelyn E. Claudio.

📖 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://erdb.denr.gov.ph/news/denr-erdb-ubrdec-offers-its-technologies-to-denr-region-4a-4b-and-5/

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31/08/2026

📰 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑-𝐄𝐑𝐃𝐁-𝐖𝐖𝐑𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐂 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚

𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (DENR-ERDB), through its Watershed and Water Resources Research, Development and Extension Center (WWRRDEC), convened a Watershed Research Initiatives Forum, dubbed "Watersheds Without Borders: Research, Innovation, and Initiatives for a Unified and Resilient Cordillera," on July 21, 2026, at the WWRRDEC Conference Room and via Zoom.

Held in celebration of Cordillera Month, the forum gathered 76 female and 41 male representatives from the DENR Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) and its Provincial and Community Environment and Natural Resources Offices (PENROs and CENROs), Kalinga State University (KSU), Benguet State University (BSU), the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-Cordillera, the Department of Agriculture (DA)-Cordillera, the Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic, Natural Resources Research and Development (CorCAARRD), the Metropolitan Baguio, La Trinidad, Itogon, Sablan, Tuba, and Tublay Development Authority (MBLISTTDA), and other partner institutions.

📖 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://erdb.denr.gov.ph/news/denr-erdb-wwrrdec-holds-watershed-research-forum-in-the-cordillera/

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29/08/2026

𝗕𝗜𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗟: 𝗥𝗲𝗲𝗹-𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶-𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🎬🌱🧬

Got a creative idea about biotechnology? Turn it into a 60–90 second reel and show the world how biotech makes a difference in our everyday lives—especially in agriculture and food production!

👥 Open to all Filipino citizens residing in the Philippines
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📅 Submission deadline: September 12, 2026 | 11:59 PM (GMT+8)

📩 Submit your reel and requirements (caption, participant details, and signed informed consent form) to [email protected].

Join and let your creativity bring biotechnology to life! This competition is a buildup activity for the 2026 National Biotechnology Week (NBW) organized by ISAAA.org, in partnership with DA Biotech Program.

29/08/2026

📻 LIVE | Teleradyo Interview with Dr. Paul C. Limson

Catch Dr. Paul C. Limson, Director of the Department of Agriculture - Philippines – DA Biotech Program, as he joins Radyo Pilipinas for a live teleradyo interview to discuss the importance of biotechnology in advancing Philippine agriculture, food security, and sustainable development.

Tune in as he talk about the upcoming 22nd National Biotechnology Week!🌱🧬

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28/08/2026

📰 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑-𝐄𝐑𝐃𝐁-𝐖𝐖𝐑𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐂 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐈𝐀𝐄𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐫𝐢 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐚

𝗦𝗿𝗶 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮 – The Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau–Watershed and Water Resources Research, Development and Extension Center (ERDB-WWRRDEC) strengthened its proficiency in sustainable groundwater management after participating in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Regional Training Course on Isotope-based Mass Modelling and Estimation of Efficacy of Artificial Recharge Measures held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from July 20 to 24, 2026.

Representing the Philippines, Ms. Glady Mae V. Vijandre, Senior Science Research Specialist, joined experts from 11 Asian countries under the IAEA Technical Cooperation Project RAS7043, including Bangladesh, China, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The training focused on advanced techniques for assessing Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) using environmental isotopes, hydrochemical analysis, hydrological data interpretation, and mass-balance modeling to improve groundwater management in water-scarce regions.

📖 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://erdb.denr.gov.ph/news/denr-erdb-wwrrdec-strengthens-groundwater-research-through-iaea-training-in-sri-lanka/

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26/08/2026

📰 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑-𝐄𝐑𝐃𝐁-𝐖𝐖𝐑𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐂, 𝐔𝐏 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡

𝗟𝗼𝘀 𝗕𝗮ñ𝗼𝘀, 𝗟𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗮 – The Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau–Watershed and Water Resources Research, Development, and Extension Center (ERDB-WWRRDEC) and the University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) formalized its partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing on July 27, 2026, to strengthen research and management of invasive alien species (IAS).

The agreement with the UPV College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences–Institute of Aquaculture supports ERDB-WWRRDEC’s project on harvest-based, community-driven IAS management while expanding collaboration in research, technology development and transfer, knowledge exchange, and capacity building on Invasive Alien Species Research .

📖 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗘: https://erdb.denr.gov.ph/news/denr-erdb-wwrrdec-up-visayas-strengthen-partnership-on-invasive-alien-species-research/

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