PIA, Butuan media, army cruise Agusan River
By Jennifer P. Gaitano
BUTUAN CITY, April 11 (PIA) – In time with the
celebration of this year’s ‘Araw ng Kagitingan’ (Day of Valor), the Philippine
Information Agency (PIA) Caraga in coordination with the Save Mindanao
Volunteers Incorporated through executive coordinator Ruel Hipulan and 4th CMO
Battalion, convened the media partners here on Saturday and cruised the Agusan
River.
PIA Caraga regional director Abner Caga emphasized
that the media being a constant partner of PIA should also have a time for
exploration and bonding with other media personalities in the city, and the
River Cruise is just one of the many activities which the PIA planned to do
with them.
“The media have been our partner in information
dissemination and we see it necessary to allow them to explore and have fun at
the same time. More of this activity will happen as we work along with the
media here,” highlighted Caga.
Ramil Bangues, station manager of dxBC-RMN
appreciated the efforts of PIA in initiating such activity with the media.
Bangues, who is from Pagadian City has seen the picturesque spots of Agusan
River and discovered different water and forest species.
“Agusan River is really amazing. Its beauty, calm
water and the vegetation grown in the riverbanks are so attractive and it has a
lot of tourism potentials. With that activity, we did not only enjoy
discovering Agusan River and natural environment while cruising but most
importantly, we enjoyed the company of other media practitioners from various
media outfits. It was a camaraderie and our kind of celebrating Valor Day,”
expressed Bangues.
Also, Noel Najarro, a Mindanao correspondent from
Philippine News Agency (PNA) underlined that said activity was very
educational. “The activity aside from being informative and educational, it
also opens up awareness for the participants on the eco-tourism potential sites
right here in our locality. Also, there are sites here which needed to be
developed, conserved and protected,” he said.
PIA and media visited the following locations
within the Agusan River: Rock Island with 2.9 hectares where wild ducks, Acacia
trees and other indigenous vegetation can be seen, Kayam Forest in Pagatpatan
and bird sanctuary.
Agusan River is a river located in the eastern
part of Mindanao island in the Philippines, draining majority of the Caraga
Region and some parts of Compostela Valley province. It is the third largest
river basin of the Philippines with a total drainage area of 10,921 km² and an
estimated length of 350 kilometers from its origin.
The headwaters of the river is found in the
mountains of Compostela Valley, near its border with Davao Oriental and east of
Tagum City. It flows through the wide Agusan River valley which measures 177
kilometers (110 mi) from south to north and varies from 32-48 kilometers (20–30
miles) in width. It finally drains into the Butuan Bay at its mouth in Butuan
City. The river is also the third longest river in the Philippines.
(JPG/PIA-Caraga)
1 in 4 Filipino pregnant mothers is nutritionally
at risk - FNRI survey reveals
By Ma. Idelia G. Glorioso
MANILA, Apr. 11 (PIA) - A healthy pregnancy
results to a healthy baby. Good nutrition during pregnancy and the window of
opportunity for preventing child undernutrition from conception to two years
are the focus of much attention and awareness recently.
The 2013 National Nutrition Survey conducted by
the Food and Nutrition Research Institute of the Department of Science and
Technology (FNRI-DOST) showed that about 1 in 4 pregnant mothers or 24.8% are
nutritionally-at-risk. Of these, 37.2% teen mothers below 20 years old are at
highest risk.
The survey also revealed that pregnant mothers are
more likely to be nutritionally-at-risk if they are from rural areas (25.2%),
the poorest quintile (30.0%), the younger age groups in their first trimester
(26.6%), and residing in Cagayan Valley (33.6%), Bicol (33.0%) and West Visayas
(32.4%).
The FNRI-DOST will release a simple guide for
healthy eating, the Pinggang Pinoy to guide the pregnant mothers on what to eat
and how much to eat per meal. Pinggang Pinoy is a plate-based food guide that
shows the right food proportions to provide optimal amount of nutrients
required by healthy Filipino pregnant women
Remember that well-planned nutritious meal is one
of the greatest gifts you can give to the developing baby in your womb.
For more information on food and nutrition,
contact: Dr. Mario V. Capanzana,
Director, Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Department of Science and
Technology, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City; Telephone/ Fax Nos:
837-2934 or 837-3164; Direct Line:839-1839; DOST Trunk Line: 837-2071-82 local
2296 or 2284; e-mail: mvc@fnri.dost.gov.ph or at mar_v_c@yahoo.com; FNRI-DOST
website: http://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph.
Like our Facebook page at facebook.com/FNRI.DOST or follow our Twitter
account at twitter.com/FNRI_DOST. (FNRI-DOST S&T Media Service/PIA-Caraga)
Mushroom cultivation training given to Bislig OFCs
By Jean Pearl I. Millones
BUTUAN CITY, Apr. 11 (PIA) - Aiming to provide
necessary skills fit to each members’ local resource, the Overseas Workers
Welfare Administration (OWWA) Caraga conducted a Mushroom Cultivation and
Production Training to the different OFW Family Circles of Bislig City, Surigao
del Sur on April 1-2, 2016.
The recently completed two-day techno-transfer
training was carried in the vision of utilizing the natural abundant soil of
Bislig City.
Mushroom is among the targeted high-value crops
that the agency wishes to introduce to its OFW organizations. They are usually
grown on land with a decent parcel of hardwood forests.
Jason O. Dalapo, Research Specialist of the
Department of Agriculture (DA) discussed the procedures necessary in the
cultivation process. The system of mushroom production includes 6 steps mainly
composting, fertilizing, spawning, casing, pinning, and cropping or also known
as harvesting.
To further accommodate a more profound
understanding of the process, the participants were given time to make their
own outputs during the training using rice straw wood. They were likewise
taught contemporary indoor growing techniques.
A total of 25 participants attended the said
training representing the four recognized OFW Family Circles (OFCs) in Bislig
City: OFW Women’s and Dependents Association, Youth Generation of Bislig City,
OFW Family Circle of Mangagoy and United OFC of John Bosco.
This is the agency’s resolve to help its
organizations become self-sustaining and gradually help in alleviating poverty
through providing income generating skills trainings. (OWWA-Caraga/PIA-Caraga)
Uniformed personnel remember 'Araw ng Kagitingan'
in Surigao Norte
By Ryan D. Layug
PLACER, Surigao del Norte, Apr. 11 (PIA) -
Policemen, retirees, military spouses and children, members of 1st Surigao del
Norte Ready Reserve Battalion and the 30th Infantry "Python"
Battalion (30IB) based here joined the flag raising ceremony and parade for the
heroes to commemorate the 'Araw ng Kagitingan' on Saturday, April 9, 2016 in
Bad-as, Placer, this province.
The commemoration activity started with a flag
raising ceremony inside the 30IB battalion headquarters in barangay Sta. Cruz,
Placer.
It was immediately followed by the 1K parade for
the heroes from the 30IB headquarters going to Prince Hypermart in Bad-as where
an array of service firearms, weapons and military individual issued apparel
were displayed for public viewing.
"Our reservists have for many times shown
valour to our beloved nation, they have been there during disaster rescue and
relief operation and they will be there to help us defend our nation if needed
and most of all, they are not paid, they render weekly duties out of spirit of
volunteerism and love of country," said 30IB commanding officer Lt. Col.
Rico Amaro, in his message during the said activity.
Family members of soldiers living around the camp
queued up at the photo booth to have their photos taken with soldiers and
policemen while some joined the Python Band in entertaining the public through
music.
The one-day activity was spearheaded by the 30th
Infantry Battalion, 4th Infantry Division of the Philippines based in Bad-as,
Placer. (CMO-30IB, Philippine Army/PIA-Surigao del Norte)
BSFIL is new adoptor of FNRI brown rice bar
By Shannen Faye Q. Arevalo
MANILA, Apr. 11 (PIA) - The BSFIL Technologies
Inc. is the latest adoptor of the Brown Rice Nutty-Fruity Bar ® (BRNFB)
developed by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute (FNRI-DOST). Formerly
known as Baltimore Spice Philippines, Inc. (BSPI), it manufactures and supplies
food ingredients and seasonings.
Based in Alabang, Muntinlupa, BSFIL has been in
the food industry for more than 30 years. The company’s goal is to supply
clients with world-class, cost-effective, and cost-efficient products and
services.
On January 19, 2016, the technology transfer training
on the production of BRNFB was held at the FNRI-DOST pilot plant and food
laboratory. The said training was customized to meet the specific needs of the
company.
The BSFIL contingent was headed by its President,
Edilberto Elegado, and his son Mr. Nicholas Elegado, Market Strategy and
Development Manager.
The program included the briefing orientation and
lectures on, preparation of raw materials, extrusion technology, and the
different equipment used in the production of BRNFB. The procedures of operating
the pulverizer, moisture analyzer, paddle mixer, roaster, oven, high-speed
mixer, twin-screw extruder, and electric dryer were also discussed.
This partnership of FNRI and BSFIL Technologies
attests that entrepreneurs can do business while addressing malnutrition and
providing livelihood opportunities to the community. This will also ensure that
the Brown Rice Nutty Fruity Bar® will reach its intended market.
For more information on food and nutrition,
contact: Dr. Mario V. Capanzana,
Director, Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Department of Science and
Technology, General Santos Avenue, Bicutan, Taguig City; Telephone/ Fax Nos:
837-2934 or 837-3164; Direct Line:839-1839; DOST Trunk Line: 837-2071-82 local
2296 or 2284; e-mail: mvc@fnri.dost.gov.ph or at mar_v_c@yahoo.com; FNRI-DOST
website: http://www.fnri.dost.gov.ph.
Like our Facebook page at facebook.com/FNRI.DOST or follow our Twitter
account at twitter.com/FNRI_DOST. (FNRI-DOST S&T Media Service/PIA-Caraga)
Cebuano News: Imbestigasyon nagpadayon sa
container van nga gisunog sa mga armadong bandido sa lungsod sa Bayabas
SURIGAO DEL
SUR, Abril 11 (PIA) – Padayon ang pagpahigayon sa imbestigasyon nga gihimo sa
mga awtoridad sa usa ka container van nga gikatahong giharang og gidabdaban sa
mga armadong bandidong grupo niadtong Abril 7 sa hapon samtang gibaybay niini
ang kadalanan sa lungsod sa Bayabas niing probinsya.
Nasayran nga ang maong sakyanan puno sa produktong
saging nga gikan pa sa lungsod sa Tago nga
gipanag-iyahan sa DOLE-STANFILCO nga adunay plaka nga LWU-310 ug
gimaniho kini sa usa ka Godofredo Piala Canada, 38-anyos ug lumulopyo sa Brgy
San Pedro, Kiblawan, Davao del Sur.
Subay sa giasoy sa maong driver nga si Canada,
sila giharangan sa mga rebelde ug gipapakanaug samtang kini sila gitiunan sa
tag-as nga mga armas. Human sila nanaog, kalit dayun nga gipusil sa mga
rebeldeng bandido ang maong sakyanan nga adunay karga nga mga saging ug
gidabdaban dayun ang mga ligid niini hinungdan sa pagkasunog sa generator set
nga maoy naghatag pabugnaw sa kargang mga saging nga unta ibaligya pagawas sa
nasud.
Ang maong pagpangharang nga gihimo sa mga
bandidong grupo dili na bag-o sa Surigao Sur diin ubay-ubay na ang mga naitala
sa susamang panghitabo sa milabay nga mga katuigan. Usa na niini nga gilantaw
sumala pa sa mga awtoridad nga mihimo og imbistigasyon ang pagdumili sa maong
kompaniya nga mohatag og rebolusyonaryong kontribusyon kon tax.
Sa kasamtangan, padayon ang gihimong
imbistigasyon, og wala pay igong ebidensya kon impormasyong ang nahitalang
hinungdan sa maong insidente. Sa susamang higayon, ang mga kasundalohan nga
sakop sa 36IB padayon nga mipatigayon og mga operasyon sa paggukod sa mga
bandidong grupo. (NGBT/with a report from 36IB-PA/PIA-Surigao del Sur)
