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1-MAPPING THE FUTURE : THE TEN OUTSTANDING YOUNG MEN FOR 2008 <br>2-THERE IS GOLD IN CORN <br>3-VEGETABLE WASTES CAN CONTROL DISEASES <br>4-THE COLORS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY <br><br></font><a class="country"><font color="#336600" size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">MALAYSIA</font></a><font size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"> <br>
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<div align="left"><br><font size="2"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>1-MAPPING THE FUTURE : THE TEN OUTSTANDING YOUNG MEN FOR 2008</strong> <br>by Albert Del Rosario (Ambassador)<br>22-December-2008 </font></font><a target="_blank" href="http://services.inquirer.net/print/print.php?article_id=20081222-179308"><font color="#0000ff" size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Philippine Daily Inquirer</font></a><font size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"> <br>
<br>AFTER ONE long year of undertaking a nationwide search and an additional two months to complete the screening and judging process, on behalf of the Board of Judges, we are delighted to introduce the five TOYM Awardees for 2008, marking the 50th year since the founding of TOYM.<br>
<br>As you may appreciate, TOYM is widely accepted as the country's most prestigious recognition of the truly outstanding young men and women whose exemplary achievements in their career have moreover resulted in benefiting our country and its people.<br>
<br>This year's five TOYM awardees, which we understand is the fewest in TOYM's history, will join the elite club of over 400 awardees before them. From countless aspirants, we are honored to present them as follows:<br>
<br><strong><em>Antonio Andres Alfonso (Food Science and Technology).</em></strong> Dr. Tony Alfonso is currently the head of the Philippine Rice Research Institute's (PhilRice) Plant Breeding and Biotechnology Division. His remarkable contribution to science resulted in the successful cloning and functional characterization of a plant gene called "Restorer of Fertility" (Rf) to Cytoplasmic Male Sterile Petunia. At PhilRice, he is constantly applying new knowledge on the nature of Rf genes to fast-track the development of superior hybrid rice varieties in the Philippines. A passionate biologist and geneticist, he is the president of the Philippine Society for the Advancement of Genetics and the Philippine Phytopathological Society.<br>
<br><strong><em>Rex Adivoso Bernardo (Community Service).</em></strong> Despite being stricken with polio at a very young age and having been denied the privilege of early education, Rex Bernardo was determined to overcome his physical and psychological obstacles and eventually emerge victorious over his personal struggles. Even without formal elementary and high school education, he was able to complete his tertiary education in psychology and even successfully push for the creation of an enablement and empowerment program for the disabled in his college. He was granted scholarships at three prestigious universities, earning him three separate master's degrees in developmental management, human resources management and industrial relations. He is currently the director and professor of Mabini Colleges and engages in volunteer work to Gawad Kalinga in Camarines Norte.<br>
<br><strong><em>Christian Joseph Rili Cumagun (Agricultural Science).</em></strong> Dr. Christian Cumagun is one of the country's most accomplished experts in agricultural science of his generation. A dynamic researcher and scientist, he made several landmark achievements in the field of agricultural research, such as being the first to molecularly characterize Philippine Trichoderma strains, a biocontrol agent fungus against several plant pathogens, as a means of reducing pesticide use in agriculture. A dedicated academician, he is one of the few resident educators who have been appointed to the rank of "UP Scientist" in the University of the Philippines System, an honor of great prestige in the academic community.<br>
<br><strong><em>Kristin Karen Lising Davila (Broadcast Journalism).</em></strong> Karen Davila is currently a news anchor and investigative journalist in ABS-CBN. In almost two decades of being immersed in the media spotlight, she was able to marshal her beauty, talent and drive in using mass media--both television and radio--as a powerful tool for education and as an instrument for change. As an advocate, she sees herself as a vessel for empathy and positive action. Off camera, she walks her talk, using her celebrity and influence for advocacy work for global institutions, such as World Vision and Habitat for Humanity.<br>
<br><strong><em>Joseph Felix Mari Hotchkiss Durano (Ecological Tourism).</em></strong> Ace Durano is currently the secretary of the Department of Tourism. Since assuming the post in 2004, the former Cebu congressman has rationalized the country's tourism drive, formulated well-focused campaigns, and launched ecological tourism programs that market the vibrancy and natural endowments of Philippine travel sites. Under his leadership, the Philippines' tourism machine is now rated as the best-improved and performing in Asia.<br>
<br>In closing, I believe it was Mahatma Gandhi who said that the difference between what you do and what you can do is enough to solve most of the world's problems. I think we all agree that only we, as individuals, can make moral decisions; that only we, as individuals, can bring about change when change is needed; and that we can and must help others to achieve our shared goals.<br>
<br>The five TOYM awardees are cited for different disciplines in which they have served to demonstrate excellence, but they do have one thing in common--all of them have endeavored to reach beyond their grasp and succeeded in doing so.<br>
<br>To our dear awardees, we therefore proffer to you our congratulations, our admiration and our respect.<br><br>Please realize that your journey has just begun, however, as we fully trust that you will continue to provide us with your most inspiring leadership, which our people so badly need.<br>
<br><em>(The article reflects the personal opinion of the author and does not reflect the official stand of the Management Association of the Philippines. This was lifted from the author's remarks at the press conference to introduce 2008 Awardees. The author served as the chair of the board of judges for the TOYM 2008. He is former president of the Management Association of the Philippines and chair of Gotuaco del Rosario & Associates. Feedback at <a target="_blank" href="mailto:map@globelines.com.ph"><font color="#0000ff">map@globelines.com.ph</font></a>. For previous articles, please visit <a target="_blank" href="mailto:map@globelines.com.ph"><font color="#0000ff">map.org.ph</font></a>)</em><br>
<br><strong>------------------------------------------------------------</strong><br><strong>2-THERE IS GOLD IN CORN</strong><br>by Adora D. Rodriguez <br>21-December-2008 The Philippine STAR<br><br>Poverty and lack of education should not hinder a man's quest for success.<br>
<br>This was proven by 48-year old corn farmer Edilberto "Alou" Bitacura from Zamboanga Peninsula who bagged the Most Outstanding Corn Farmer award during the 2008 Gawad Saka of the Department of Agriculture.<br><br>Having attained only a secondary level of education, Alou learned to till the land at the age 17. When kids his age were hanging around with their friends as what normal teenagers do, he was busy tending their land, helping his farmer-parents with their daily farm chores.<br>
<br>"Sa kanila ako natutong magsaka," he said referring to his parents who have been planting corn for more than six decades.<br><br>"Sa simula, mais lang talaga ang itinanim ko. Kasi, iyon ang nakagisnan ko sa kanila," he added. Throughout his farming life, Alou has been planting traditional corn varieties.<br>
<br>It was not until 2005, when he embarked on planting hybrid corn. While a new technology for him, he did not hesitate to try it.<br><br>And it paid well.<br><br>From an average of 4.5 tons per hectare, he was able to raise his yield to 10.5 tons/ha in the first cropping of 2007 then to 11.2 tons/ha in the 2nd cropping.<br>
<br>Alou did not limit himself to planting corn. He embarked on other agri projects not only to maximize his five-hectare land area but more so to earn income on a regular basis as well.<br><br>Nowadays, his farm is a paradise for corn and rice production intercropped with cutflowers, vegetables and calamansi. He has also established a piggery, poultry and other livestock projects within his farm for additional income. From all of these, he is grossing more than P1.5 million annually.<br>
<br>With increased earnings, he and wife Jorgie were able to purchase farm equipment such as thresher, sheller, and hand tractor. They were also able to send their five children to school and build their dream house.<br><br>
For a man who does not say much, quiet and unassuming Alou has a lot to boast about. For one, he now belongs to the distinguished list of agricultural achievers of the country who have continued to contribute to the country's economy through advancement in the field of agriculture.<br>
<br>His passion to uplift not only his personal economic status, but those of his fellow farmers as well, has led to numerous innovations that in turn established a more progressive corn-producing community.<br><br><strong>------------------------------------------------------------</strong><br>
<strong>3-VEGETABLE WASTES CAN CONTROL DISEASES</strong><br>21-December-2008 The Philippine STAR<br><br>Scientists in Bukidnon recently discovered that crop wastes from cabbage, cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables mixed with the soil can effectively control soil-borne diseases such as bacterial wilt and root knot, which affect potato plants.<br>
<br>According to the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCARRD), the approach of using crop wastes from crucifers – plants with four-petaled flowers and long, narrow seed pods – is anchored on the concept of biofumigation.<br>
<br>"Biofumigation is a process by which soil-borne pests and pathogens are suppressed by naturally-occurring biocidal compounds called isothiocyanates," PCARRD said, adding that the ITCs "are released into the soil when the tissues of crucifers such as brocolli, radish, cauliflower, (and) cabbage" decompose.<br>
<br>PCARRD said bacterial wilt caused by soil bacterium Ralstonia solanacearum and root knot caused by nematodes are "major constraints" in potato production.<br><br>"In Benguet, Bukidnon and Davao del Sur, bacterial wilt infection can reach up to 90 percent, while root knot accounts for 25 to 50 percent yield loss in many crops, including potato," PCCARD said.<br>
<br>Following a PCARRD survey, which found that 60 to 80 percent of crucifer stems and leaves are left in the field after harvest in Bukidnon, Abragan's team sought to evaluate the potential of these crop wastes as biofumigants against bacterial wilt and root knot.<br>
<br>They gathered and shredded the leaves, stems and roots of crucifers left over from the previous harvest, then mixed the shredded plants into the soil at a ratio of five kilos per square meter.<br><br>Abragan's team found out that when a mix of different crucifers is incorporated into the soil, the incidence of bacterial wilt could be as low as 21 percent and the potato crop yield as high as 11 tons per hectare.<br>
<br>The incidence of bacterial wilt in untreated soil could be as high as 58 percent, and potato crop yield as low as six tons per hectare.<br><br>The results of farm trials in Lantapan, Bukidnon showed the use of mixed crucifers as biofumigants resulted in yields of eight to 11 tons per hectare, a net income between P198,000 and P286,000 and a return on investment (ROI) of 133 to 193 percent.<br>
<br>Without biofumigation, Abragan's team found that the yield was at 6.67 tons per hectare, net income at P166,750 and the ROI was at only 114 percent. – Dulce Arguelles-Sanchez<br><br></font><font size="2"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>------------------------------------------------------------<br>
4-THE COLORS OF BIOTECHNOLOGY</strong><br>by Framelia V. Anonas, S&T Media Service<br>03-December-2008 </font></font><a target="_blank" href="http://www.dost.gov.ph/"><font color="#0000ff" size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">Philippines Department of Science and Agriculture</font></a><br>
<br><font size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">A flag of many colors, that is how Department of Science and Technology Secretary Estrella Alabastro describes biotechnology during the opening of the National Biotechnology Week (NBW) Nov 24 at the Institute for Small Scale Industries in UP Diliman. <br>
<br>"If we could weave a flag for biotechnology, it would have three colors," says Sec. Alabastro. "Red for medical, green for agricultural, and white for industrial applications." More colors may be added over time as the environmental, marine, and other biotechnology applications add their stripes, she tells. <br>
<br>Sec. Alabastro's multi-color description of biotechnology stems from its being a multi-disciplinary science, cutting across various fields such as health and medicine, agriculture, marine, industry, and environment. <br>
<br>This year's celebration of the NBW highlights 17 biotechnology products locally developed by scientists from various research organizations such as UP Los Baños, UP Diliman, Philippine Coconut Authority, Central Luzon State University, Philippine Rice Research Institute, Philippine Carabao Center, and the Department of Science and Technology. <br>
<br>Sec.Alabastro underscores the importance of NBW as a venue to continuously learn from experiences of researchers and open channels of communication about new issues and their implications. "Biotechnology's future will be bright as it continues to draw strength from diverse contributions. Its flag of many colors will continue to reflect the hues and patterns of many disciplines," Sec. Alabastro says. <br>
<br>Other biotech products already developed by local scientists include biofertilizers, ethanol-production-inducing bacteria, and micronutrient enhancement products. As early as 1998, high-level biotechnology researches started, such as transgenic papaya, banana resistant to banana bunchy top virus, papaya resistant to papaya ringspot virus, delayed ripening of papaya and mango, Bt corn, marker-assisted breeding in coconut, and coconut with high lauric acid content. <br>
<br>Proclamation No. 1414 signed by Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Nov. 9 last year declared the last week of November of every year as "National Biotechnology Week" in a bid to arouse greater public awareness, education and understanding of biotechnology, including its many responsible applications. The government also takes the NBW celebration as an opportunity to increase awareness on the regulation of the new technology. <br>
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<br><font size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">KUANTAN: The Pahang government is opening its doors to Singaporean investors to invest in developing the biotechnology sector in the state.<br><br>"In agriculture, we cannot afford to give wide area of land to investors, but we can provide land for bio-technology development," Pahang Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Adnan Yaakob told reporters after receiving a courtesy call from Singapore's Information, Communications and Culture Minister Dr Lee Boon Yang.<br>
<br>Adnan said both Singaporean investors and the Pahang government could also collaborate in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector.<br><br>He said the state government had submitted a proposal to the federal government to develop highspeed broadband in the state by sharing expertise and technology with Singapore.<br>
<br>"However, it all depends on the federal government," he said.<br><br>So far, Pahang has received RM230 million worth of investment from 19 Singaporean companies involved in the chemical, timber, steel and electronic industries, which provided 2,800 job opportunities for the local people.<br>
<br>Apart from that, Adnan said Pahang also recorded 5.2 million tourist arrivals from Singapore for the past six years with Tioman Island, Cameron Highland and Genting Highlands being the popular destinations.<br><br>Meanwhile, Lee said he and Adnan had a good discussion during their brief meeting.<br>
<br>"We talked about the developments that were taking place in the state and I am very impressed by what is happening here, both in terms of technology projects and agriculture development," he said.—Bernama.<br><br></font><font size="2"><font face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>------------------------------------------------------------<br>
AUSTRALIA<br>6-WESTERN AUSTRALIA PUSHES AHEAD WITH GM CROP TRIAL<br></strong>24-December-2008 </font></font><a target="_blank" href="http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,24839180-5006789,00.html"><font color="#0000ff" size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">The Australian</font></a><br>
<br><font size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">IN a move condemned by conservation groups as a major blow to Western Australia's green reputation, the Barnett Government will begin trials of genetically modified canola next year.<br>
<br>In announcing the trials, which involve 20 farmers, the Government said yesterday it had fulfilled a pledge made during the election campaign on an issue that had divided the major parties. <br><br>Following similar moves in NSW and Victoria, 1000ha across the state will be planted with Monsanto's GM Roundup Ready canola. The locations of the trials are yet to be determined. Yields will be assessed and compared with non-GM crops. <br>
<br>West Australian Agriculture and Food Minister Terry Redman said successful development of the crop could lead to Roundup Ready being grown in low rainfall areas across the state. <br><br>"This decision is a prudent and responsible one, to proceed in a cautious manner by allowing research to continue into the use of GM technology," Mr Redman said. <br>
<br>"GM canola could potentially offer higher yields through better weed control and less fuel usage." <br><br>Green groups are infuriated by the move. <br><br>Conservation Council of Western Australia director Piers Verstegen said that, by following other states, the Barnett Government was losing the opportunity to capitalise on growing demand for GM-free crops. <br>
<br>"The Government is indicating it is prepared to walk away from important overseas markets such as Japan and now China, who has recently announced that they are looking to Australia for non-GM food crops," Mr Verstegen said. <br>
<br>The Network of Concerned Farmers is outraged by the decision, which it says will lead to cross-pollination with non-GM crops and prevent canola in the entire state from gaining GM-free labels. <br><br>"This is not a trial," spokeswoman Julie Newman said. "Once you lose GM-free status, you never get it back." <br>
<br>The Western Australian Farmers Federation welcomed the trials. <br><br>Chief executive Andy McMillan said: "Details of the limited commercial release announced by the minister will enable the industry supply chain to demonstrate that managing GM canola from the paddock to the port is not the logistical nightmare that has been put forward by some industry and consumer sectors."<br>
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<br><font size="2" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif">WASHINGTON: Genetically modified plants will open up ways to make cheaper, greener biofuels, besides help to turn agricultural waste into food for livestock. <br><br>Lignin, a major component of plants, is woven in with cellulose and provides plants with the strength to withstand strong gusts of wind and microbial attack. However, this protective barrier or "plastic wall" also makes it harder to gain access to the cellulose. <br>
<br>"There is lots of energy-rich cellulose locked away in wood," said Penn State University professor of molecular genetics John Carlson. "But separating this energy from the wood to make ethanol is a costly process requiring high amounts of heat and caustic chemicals. Moreover, fungal enzymes that attack lignin are not yet widely available, still in the development stage, and not very efficient in breaking up lignin." <br>
<br>Researchers have previously tried to get around the problem by genetically decreasing the lignin content in plants. However, this can lead to a variety of problems like limp plants unable to stay upright, and plants more susceptible to pests. <br>
<br>"Trying to engineer trees without lignin is like trying to engineer boneless chicken," said Penn State professor of biochemistry Ming Tien. <br><br>Mr Carlson, Mr Tien and postdoctoral associate Haiying Liang use a different genetic approach. Instead of decreasing the lignin content, they are trying to modify the connections in lignin, without compromising either the biosynthesis of lignin or the structural rigidity of the plant. <br>
<br>The Penn State geneticists and biochemists took a gene from beans and engineered it into a poplar tree. This gene produces a protein that inserts itself between two lignin molecules when the lignin polymer is created. <br>
<br>"Now we have a lignin polymer with a protein stuck in between," explained Mr Carlson, who, along with Mr Tien and Mr Liang, has filed a provisional patent on the approach. "When that occurs, it creates a type of lignin that is not much different in terms of strength than normal lignin, but we can break open the lignin polymer by using enzymes that attack proteins rather than enzymes that attack lignin." <br>
<br>The genetic modification does not appear to weaken the plants, and the transformation may have turned them into more efficient sources of ethanol, said a Penn State release. <br><br>"When we looked at the first generation of modified plants we noticed that the lignin content has not changed," said Mr Tien, whose work is funded by the US Department of Energy.</font><br>
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<a class="events_details"><font color="#666666" size="1" face="arial,helvetica,sans-serif"><strong>by Dr. Roehlano M. Briones<br>SEARCA, College, Laguna, Philippines<br>06 January 2009, 4:00 - 5:00 PM</strong></font></a><br>
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