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VSU-Devcom-prof-co-authors-Global-Food-Systems-bookbecomes-first-Filipina-delegate-to-World-Shiology-Forum

In a landmark milestone for Visayas State University (VSU), Dr. Christina A. Gabrillo, a professor from the Department of Development Communication, has become the first Filipina to participate in the 5th World Shiology Forum, held on October 28-31, 2025 in Haikou, China. 

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VSU-recognize-by-DA-PhilRice-for-longstanding-partnership-in-rice-science

Visayas State University (VSU) was recognized by the Department of Agriculture-Philipine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) as one of its longstanding partners during the Rice R4DE Appreciation Night on November 25, 2025, an event held as part of PhilRice’s 40th founding anniversary. 

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Sweetpotato-starch-improves-growth-and-feed-efficiency-in-tilapia-fry

Tilapia farming is one of the cornerstones of aquaculture in the Philippines, but farmers continue to face the challenge of high feed costs, which often account for more than half of total production expenses. 

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DiscoverWithVSU-Study-reveals-gaps-in-public-awareness-on-poultry-diseases-in-Leyte-and-Southern-Leyte

A new study published in the Veterinary Integrative Sciences journal sheds light on how people in Leyte and Southern Leyte understand, react to, and practice safety measures against poultry-borne diseases that can also affect humans.

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How-nectar-yeasts-can-help-farmers-control-crop-pests

When we think of nectar, we imagine a sweet treat for bees and butterflies. But inside every drop of nectar, there are microbes that can change how insects behave. 

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