Dr. Lenie Quiatchon-Baeza from the Institute of Crop Science at CAFS-UPLB participated in the 3rd National Agriculture and Fisheries Technology Exhibition (NAFTE), held in Mandaue, Cebu, from June 19 to 21. The event showcased the enhanced NSIC Rc 222 line, for its softer and better eating quality. This improved rice variety is a product of the OneRicePH Project, a collaborative effort involving the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Department of Agriculture (DA), DA-PhilRice, and UPLB,...

The Institute of Crop Science conducted its Internship Pre-deployment Seminar for students set to be deployed to various Host Training Establishment (HTE), including both government and private institutions last June 2, 2025. The seminar aimed to provide students with insights into real-life experiences in their chosen field. It also sought to equip them with the necessary skills to navigate workplace dynamics, collaborate with professionals, and engage effectively with clients. The program opened with remarks from...

ICropS offered two new graduate courses (Special Topics) for the second semester of the 2024-2025 academic year: AGR 291 – Breeding of Tropical Perennial Crops and AGR 291 – Modern Techniques in Plant Breeding and Biotechnology

On April 22, 2025, the UPLB Rice Varietal Improvement Team (UPLB-RVIT) held a Farmer's Field Day at the UPLB rice research experimental field. A total of 78 farmers from various barangays in Los Baños and Bay, Laguna, actively participated in the evaluation of UPLB’s promising rice lines currently undergoing preliminary yield trials. The farmers also shared their insights on the traits they prefer in their palay. The event served as a valuable platform for farmers...