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Central Luzon State University

Member Since 1982
https://clsu.edu.ph/
Central Luzon State University (CLSU) is one of the premier institutions of higher learning in the Philippines, known for excellence in agricultural education, science and technology, and research. Founded in 1907, CLSU has evolved into a comprehensive state university recognized for its contributions to nation-building, offering programs that are mostly Level IV accredited by AACCUP. The university aims to provide quality education and generate knowledge through research and extension services, especially in the fields of agriculture and rural development.

Key Focus Areas

  • Sustainable agriculture and farming systems
  • Agribusiness management
  • Biotechnology and genetic research
  • Aquaculture and fisheries
  • Climate change adaptation and disaster risk management
  • Renewable energy and environmental sustainability initiatives

Notable Activities and Achievements

Flagship Programs and Research

  • National leadership in R&D for rice, small ruminants, freshwater aquaculture, and sustainable agriculture technologies.
  • Key contributor to biotechnology applications in farming practices, such as biofertilizer and disease-resistant crop development.
  • Extensive extension programs aimed at farmer education, rural entrepreneurship, and agribusiness incubation through its Agribusiness and Food Technology Business Incubator (AFTBI).

Collaborations and Partnerships

  • Long-standing partnerships with international and national agencies like IRRI (International Rice Research Institute), DOST (Department of Science and Technology), and DA (Department of Agriculture).
  • Active collaborations with AAACU member institutions for faculty exchange, joint research projects, and agricultural development programs across Asia.
  • Partnerships with standing Memorandum of Agreement/Understanding
    • University of Miyazaki, Miyazaki, Japan
    • Bureau of Plant Industry
    • Bureau of Soil and Water Management
    • TriMerA Integrated Farm
    • Bureau of Plant Industry
    • Go Eden
    • United Christian Mean and Women Agriculture Cooperative
    • Samahan nang Malayang Magsasaka nang Sapang Bato
    • Department of Agriculture - Bureau of Agricultural Research
    • Agricultural Training Institute (Regional Training Centers 1, 2, 3, 5, & CAR)
    • Department of Agriculture-Regional Field Office III
    • Cooperative Development Authority-Region III Extension Office
    • Department of Agrarian Reform-Nueva Ecija Provincial Office
    • Department of Agrarian Reform-CAR
    • BPI-Baguio National Crop Research Development Production Support Center
    • National Irrigation Administration-UPRIIS Division I
    • LGUs in Nueva Ecija (SCMunoz, Llanera, San Jose CIty, Talugtug, Lupao, Talavera, Guimba, Quezon, Zaragoza, Cab. City, Carranglan, Bongabon), Tarlac (La Paz), Bulacan (San Miguel), and Aurora (Dipaculao)
    • ROMARCOM
    • Poultry Max Inc
    • DA RFO III AMAD
    • Biostar Nutri-Products Incorporated
    • Aviagen AsiaPacific
    • Ariela Marketing
    • Adiseo AsiaPacific

Contact Details

Dr. Evaristo A. Abella

University President
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Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco

Vice President for Academic Affairs

Dr. Alona T. Badua

Dean of the College of Agriculture
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Dr. Maria Luisa T. Mason

Department Head of Soil Science

Assoc. Prof Milagros S. Diaz

Department Head of Agricultural Extension Education

Dr. Jayson J. Juan

Department Head of Animal Science

Dr. Mari Joy M. Buenavista

Department Head of Agri-Management

Dr. Rosemarie T. Tapic

Department Head of Crop Science

Assoc. Prof. Jaypee H. Estigoy

Department Head of Crop Protection