DOST CALABARZON

14/08/2026

📣WEBINAR ALERT📣

𝐖𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐇 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟐 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟒: “𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤𝐬, 𝐌𝐚𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲”

Safety starts with knowing the risks. 🥽🧤 Join us as we explore essential practices in laboratory chemical handling—from proper storage and labeling to safe handling and disposal.

Because in the lab, safety is not an option—it’s a standard. ⚗️✨

📆 August 24, 2026
🕒 9:00 AM
📍 via Zoom and Facebook Live

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Note: Zoom slots are limited to 150 participants and will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. However, the session may also be viewed live via Facebook.

Stay tuned for more WALASTECH Season 2 episodes as we continue exploring science, technology, and innovation to advance industry development.

13/08/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT | WORK SUSPENSION NOTICE

Please be informed that work operations at the DOST-CALABARZON Regional Office and its Provincial Science and Technology Offices (PSTOs) in Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, and Quezon are SUSPENDED starting today, 13 August 2026, at 3:00 PM due to continuous heavy rainfall brought by the Southwest Monsoon.

This is pursuant to Memorandum Circular No. 125 issued by the Office of the President, following the recommendation of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC).

Operations will resume on Monday, 17 August 2026.

For urgent inquiries and concerns, you may reach out to our official email channels listed below:

📧 DOST CALABARZON: [email protected]
📧 DOST CAVITE: [email protected]
📧 DOST LAGUNA: [email protected]
📧 DOST BATANGAS: [email protected]
📧 DOST RIZAL: [email protected]
📧 DOST QUEZON: [email protected]

Stay safe and keep updated on official weather advisories; follow DOST-PAGASA, PAGASA-National Capital Region PRSD, Civil Defense CALABARZON

13/08/2026

𝐋𝐢𝐩𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐟𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

Sixteen personnel from the City Treasurer’s Office of Lipa City strengthened their capability to verify, inspect, and seal weighing instruments and verify fuel dispensers through a two-day Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-led technical training conducted at New City Hall of Lipa, Bulacnin, Lipa City, August 04–05.

The training aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure the accuracy and reliability of weighing scales and fuel dispensing equipment used in commercial transactions, supporting consumer protection and fair trade in the city.

Engr. Julius P. Regoroso and Engr. Rogerson A. Esmeria of the DOST-CALABARZON Regional Metrology Laboratory (RML), together with Mr. Brigido K. Casanova Jr. of the Regional Volumetric Calibration Laboratory (RVCL), served as resource speakers and provided technical instruction on the proper procedures for verification, inspection, and sealing of weighing instruments and verification of fuel dispensers.

The participants were oriented on the technical requirements and procedures involved in verifying weighing scales to ensure that instruments provide accurate measurements. The training also covered the verification of fuel dispensers to help ensure that the quantity of fuel dispensed corresponds to the amount indicated and paid for by consumers.

The activity highlighted the role of local government personnel in safeguarding consumers and promoting fair trade practices, particularly as fuel prices continue to affect household expenses, transportation costs, and business operations.

Accurate measurements are essential in commercial transactions, where even small discrepancies in the quantity of goods or fuel can affect consumers and businesses. Through proper verification, inspection, and sealing, weighing and measuring instruments can be checked for accuracy and compliance with established standards before being used in trade.

The training also reinforced the importance of applying established metrology standards in local enforcement activities, helping promote transparent transactions, strengthen consumer confidence, and protect the public interest in Lipa City.

12/08/2026

12/08/2026

Let us explAIn the ground rules before you commit to the code.

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Make sure your team meets the criteria before you start the journey to Lucena.

Don’t let a technicality stop your team from reaching the finals!

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12/08/2026

Ready to obtAIn your spot in the most anticipated hackathon in CALABARZON?

The registration for Hack4AProgress 2026 is STILL OPEN! This is your chance to assemble a team of one professor and three undergraduate students to build AI-powered solutions that will drive real impact for a resilient and sustainable nation.

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Ready to obtAIn your spot in the most anticipated hackathon in CALABARZON?

The wait is over—registration for Hack4AProgress 2026 is officially OPEN! This is your chance to assemble a team of one professor and three undergraduate students to build AI-powered solutions that will drive real impact for a resilient and sustainable nation.

Don’t just watch from the sidelines; lead your campus to glory.

Register now thru this link: tinyurl.com/2026-hack4aprogress

Visit our website to learn more: hack4aprogress.dostcalabarzon.ph

Guidelines: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dw9YPxs3w/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Challenges: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1F1AAbzMce/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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12/08/2026

𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

Teachers and workers of the school canteen of Gov. Feliciano Leviste Memorial National High School (GFLMNHS) in Lemery, Batangas strengthened their food safety knowledge and practices through a training on Basic Food Hygiene and Food Safety Hazards conducted by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST)-Batangas, Aug. 04.

The training focused on equipping school canteen personnel with practical knowledge on safe food preparation, handling, storage, and serving to help protect learners and the school community from foodborne illnesses.

The school has maintained its engagement with DOST on food safety initiatives, having undergone a similar seminar in 2018 and subsequently seeking technical consultation from DOST-Batangas on its school canteen layout. Through the consultation, the school incorporated food safety considerations into the design of its canteen, making it the first public school in the province to collaborate with DOST on food safety-compliant canteen planning.

Ms. Jessica G. Navarro, member of the DOST CALABARZON Food Safety Team, served as the resource person and facilitated the training, while Ms. Chona C. Cabral, Head Teacher VI and Canteen Manager, spearheaded the activity on behalf of the school management.

The Basic Food Hygiene session covered personal hygiene, proper food handling, sanitation and disinfection, pest control, food storage, and measures to prevent food contamination. Participants were also guided on maintaining clean and sanitary food preparation areas and equipment.

The Food Safety Hazards session introduced the three major types of food hazards such as physical, chemical, and biological, and the appropriate control measures to prevent these hazards from compromising the safety and quality of food served in the school canteen.

Discussions also emphasized the prevention of cross-contamination during food preparation and serving, highlighting the importance of consistent food safety practices among all personnel involved in handling food.

The training reinforced the role of school canteen personnel as food handlers whose daily practices directly contribute to the safety and well-being of learners. By applying proper hygiene, sanitation, and food safety controls, the school canteen can help minimize food safety risks and ensure that meals and food products served to students are safe for consumption.

The activity forms part of the continuing efforts of DOST-Batangas and GFLMNHS to strengthen food safety awareness and promote science-based food handling practices within school communities.

11/08/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐳𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐆𝐌𝐏 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Department of Science and Technology–Quezon (DOST-Quezon) conducted a Seminar-Training on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for personnel of Southern Processing Corporation (SPC) on August 10, 2026, at the Queen Margarette Hotel in Lucena City.

The seminar-training aimed to reinforce the participants’ knowledge of GMP principles and promote the consistent application of established food safety practices in SPC’s food processing operations. It was attended by personnel from the management and production departments. The activity was facilitated by DOST-Quezon Food Safety Team members, Precious R. Monedera, Supervising Science Research Specialist, and Sydney Mae G. Tadiosa, Science Research Specialist II.

Key areas of GMP implementation were discussed, including GMP organization, education and training, premises, plant and construction design, equipment, sanitation and hygiene, supervision, sanitary facilities, maintenance and sanitation, process control, chemical control, quality management, laboratory facilities and control, documentation, and quality audits. Participants also completed pre- and post-diagnostic examinations to assess their knowledge and learning from the actvity.

To complement the discussions, participants engaged in hands-on workshops on GMP organizational structure, identifying deficiencies in a sample plant layout, and developing an appropriate process flow and layout. A practical Glo Germ handwashing demonstration was also conducted to illustrate the effectiveness of proper handwashing and compare the results of inadequate and proper handwashing techniques.

The seminar-training is part of SPC’s continuing efforts to sustain and strengthen its food safety practices through regular GMP capacity-building activities. The recurring engagement with DOST-Quezon reflects SPC’s commitment to reinforcing GMP principles among its personnel and supporting continuous improvement in its food processing operations.

11/08/2026

#𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 | 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐙𝐎𝐍, 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝

DOST-Cavite, in partnership with DOST CALABARZON, provided strategic support to the Food Processors Association of Cavite (FOODPAC) to enhance product development, packaging, and market readiness. Through appropriate technologies and technical assistance, the initiative aims to improve product quality, strengthen the competitiveness of local food processors, expand livelihood opportunities, and promote inclusive economic growth in Cavite.

11/08/2026

𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐋𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐚 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢’𝐬 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐥𝐨 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢 𝐃𝐚𝐲; 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐒&𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐤𝐬

𝐂𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐈, 𝐋𝐀𝐆𝐔𝐍𝐀 — In celebration of the 12th Sambalilo Festival, the Local Government Unit of Cavinti, through its Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO), headed by 𝐌𝐬. 𝐕𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐎𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐟𝐨, Municipal Agriculturist, spearheaded the annual AGRI DAY on August 3, 2026, at the Cavinti Sports Complex.

The event served as a grand recognition and awarding ceremony dedicated to the hard work and contributions of Cavinti’s agricultural sector, honoring rice farmers, high-value crop (HVC) growers, coconut farmers, fisherfolk, and livestock raisers.

The celebration brought together municipal officials, led by the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐞 𝐑. 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐲𝐨 and members of the Sangguniang Bayan, alongside partners from National Government Agencies (NGAs), private-sector stakeholders, and local community organizations. Representatives and partner agencies delivered messages of solidarity and continuous support for the agricultural community of Cavinti.

Among the guests was the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 (𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓) 𝐋𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐚 represented by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫, 𝐌𝐬. 𝐀𝐠𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐆. 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬, who reaffirmed the department’s commitment to driving agricultural growth through science, technology, and innovation.
In her message of support, PD Morales emphasized the critical role of farmers and fisherfolks in sustaining the nation and highlighted DOST’s commitment to community-driven progress:

"May saysay lamang ang siyensya at teknolohiya kapag ito ay nakarating at pakikinabangan ng mga taong nagtataguyod sa ating mga lupain at karagatan. Nananatiling committed ang DOST na tiyaking walang magsasaka, mangingisda, o LGU ang maiiwan sa ating pagtahak patungo sa isang makabago, matatag, at kayang tumayo sa sariling paang ekonomiya sa agrikultura."

As part of the event's highlights, DOST Laguna was awarded a Certificate of Recognition by LGU Cavinti in appreciation of its strong partnership and continued support in implementing vital programs and technology-driven initiatives for local farmers and fisherfolks.

DOST Laguna’s participation in Cavinti’s agricultural development is backed by several science and technology initiatives and capacity-building trainings currently rolled out in the municipality, including:

• Banana Propagation for BBTV-Resistant Varieties: Enhancing banana production through disease-resistant farming materials.
• MIPTAAC Solar Irrigation System: Promoting sustainable water management for vegetable farmers.
• Rubber Project (Cansuso): Introduction of the Dual Eco-Dryer system using combined solar power and fossil fuel energy.
• Pandan Weaving Enhancement Initiative: Provision and integration of a specialized hot press for hat molding to empower local artisans.
• Support for CAFISOMACO: Enhancement of fish processing technologies through the installation of a cabinet steamer for smoked tilapia (tinapang tilapia).
• Skills & Capability Trainings: Capability-building programs including Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and processing workshops such as Calamansi Processing.

Through continued collaboration with LGU Cavinti and its agricultural stakeholders, DOST Laguna aims to further modernize local production, ensure food security, and improve the livelihoods of rural communities across the municipality.