Department of Science and Technology – Bohol Science and Technology Center kicks off its celebration of the National Technology and Science Week with a Kapihan sa PIA at the Prawn Farm Grill and Restaurant at the Island City Mall on July 23, 2012. The Kapihan started at 1:30PM with a presentation of the various programs of DOST that will assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with access to finance, technical assistance.
DOST-7 Regional Director Engr. Rene Burt N. Llanto graced the activity and presented the Small Enterprises Technology Upgrading Program (SETUP), Manufacturing Productivity Extension Program (MAPEX) and Consultancy For Agricultural Productivity Enhancement (CAPE).
Engr. Marcial Tanggaan, Provincial Director of DOST-Bohol, assisted in answering questions from the audience.
After the press conference, Llanto and Tanggaan presented awards to Hon. Edgar M. Chatto, governor of Bohol for his “meritorious commitment to the advancement of science, technology and innovation” in the province. Ms. Victoria Sandidge of the Bohol Bee Farm was awarded for her “innovative application of technologies in food processing, organic farming, health and wellness, tourism and handicrafts development”.
Also awarded is Mr. Leonard Alturas for his “distinguished advocacy in science and technology in the application and integration of food safety standards in business operations”. Mr. Marlito Uy of the Alturas Group of Companies, represented by Mr. Loy Palapos, was also recognized for his “invaluable support in the implementation of science and technology in the countryside”.
Dr. Elpidio T. Magante of the Bohol Island State University was also awarded for his “invaluable support to the implementation of science and technology, S&T Plans, programs and activities at the university. He was represented by Prof. Ernesto Rulida, College Director, BISU Main Campus.
The recipients of the DOST SETUP for the month of July 2012 with Bohol-DOST PSTC director Engr. Marcial Tanggaan (left most) and DOST-Region 7 Director Engr. Rene Burt N. Llanto.
Checks released from the SETUP were distributed to the recipients for the month of July 2012 namely, Mr. Walter L. Ramirez of the WL Ramirez Cakes and Pastries, Mr. Jose Manlupig III of Ato ni Bai! Litson Manok ni Sr. Jose, Ms. Caraciola Grace T. Alcala of Total Woodkraft and Mr. Rene P. Baquial of Loboc Youth Band Parent Producers Cooperative, represented by its operations manager.
