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VSU forwards food security, zero hunger agenda through 2026 Nutrition Month
As the university officially launched its 2026 Nutrition Month celebration, VSU reaffirmed its commitment to advancing food security and nutrition by empowering communities to make healthier, more sustainable food choices while protecting the natural resources that sustain life. Anchored on the National Nutrition Council's (NNC) sub-theme, "Nutrisyon at Kalikasan, Ating Pangalagaan!,” the celebration reinforces the goals of the Philippine Plan of Action for Nutrition (PPAN) 2023–2028, recognizing that achieving Zero Hunger requires collective action to safeguard both people and the environment.
Read more ...#DiscoverWithVSU: Study pinpoints factors linked to ASF outbreaks in Leyte pig farms
For many families in Leyte, raising pigs is more than a livelihood. It helps put food on the table, pay school expenses, and provide a source of income during difficult times. When African Swine Fever (ASF) reached Leyte, the effects were felt not only by pig raisers but also by the communities that depend on the swine industry.
Read more ...#DiscoverwithVSU: What slugs and snails can tell us about safer farming and animal health
When we see slugs and snails in gardens, we usually think of chewed leaves and slimy trails. Few would imagine that these slow-moving creatures also carry tiny worms that affect farming practices and even animal health.
Read more ...VSU, LGU Matag-ob forge ‘Project BALSAH’ partnership for resilient, thriving communities
What if a fruit basket could become a blueprint for development?
Read more ...VSU’s Everlasting Dorm welcomes back its first occupant after 70 years
The Everlasting Dormitory of Visayas State University once again stood as a witness to history as Mrs. Nancy Smith-Gray of California returned to the place she called home for three formative years, transforming her cherished childhood memories into a meaningful homecoming that bridged generations of Viscans.
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