DA-Bureau of Plant Industry Director Gerald Glenn F. Panganiban, Ph.D., together with Assistant Director for Research, Development and Support Services Dr. Herminigilda A. Gabertan graced the Sectoral Meeting on Banner Programs, and Research and Development conducted at BPI Malate, Manila.
The activity aims to present the FY 2026 Proposed Plans and Budget for Banner Programs; Present R&D, PGR, 2025 R&D Flagship Programs, and identified issues, and corresponding ways forward and support needed for 2025.
In his opening remarks, Director Panganiban challenged the Division Heads, Banner Focals, and Report Officers sternly, emphasizing the core value of the service—excellence, quoting the phrase “no excuses.” He highlighted the 95 years of BPI serving Filipino farmers and appreciated the hard work of the bureau’s former leaders and the current administration.
Assistant Director Garbertan underscored the significance of the activity, highlighting it as an excellent platform for discussing the implementation of initiatives that emphasize Research and Development.
This sectoral meeting coincides with the week-long celebration of the bureau’s 95th anniversary, themed ” Thrive@95 Innovating for Climate Resiliency Towards Food and Nutrition Security.”
Heads of the 5 BPI Centers (La Granja, Baguio, Los Baños, Davao, and Guimaras), Banner Focals, Planning and Management Section (BPI-PMO), CRPSD, Report Officers, and Support staff attended the meeting.
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