Dr. Basan's Research on Food Systems Wins National Recognition Dr. Romiel John P. Basan, head of the Satellite Socio-Economic Research and Data Analytics Center (SERDAC) at the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) and a faculty member of the College of Business Development, Economics, and Management (CBDEM), won Second Best Oral Presentation during the 56th Crop Science Society of the Philippines (CSSP) Scientific Conference held on June 9–11, 2026, at Quest Plus Conference Center, Clark, Pampanga. Dr. Basan received the award for the paper titled “Willingness-to-Pay (WTP) for Community-Based Cold Storage Facility (CCFS) among Market Vendors in Rural Southern Mindanao: Implications for Sustainable Food Systems and Postharvest Innovation,” which he co-authored with Irish Jean T. Bongga. During the event, he also presented another research paper titled “Do Nutritional Labels Matter in Cacao-Based Food Products? A Hedonic Pricing Analysis of Consumer Preferences Using Nutritional Label Data from Purchased Chocolate Products in Southern Mindanao,” which he co-authored with Bairuha C. Balah. Both papers were presented under the Socioeconomics | Technology Development and Commercialization category. Aside from presenting the papers, Dr. Basan also served as a judge in the Best Paper Competition under the Technology Extension, Dissemination, and Education category. The Crop Science Society of the Philippines (CSSP) promotes research and knowledge sharing on crops, plants, and their environment. Through its programs and scientific gatherings, the organization supports innovations that improve agriculture, food systems, and the welfare of communities.

June 21, 2026

Published by Loynei Frias Sumalinog at June 21, 2026

Dr. Basan’s Research on Food Systems Wins National Recognition

Dr. Romiel John P. Basan, head of the Satellite Socio-Economic Research and Data Analytics Center (SERDAC) at the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) and a faculty […]

June 21, 2026

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USM, DOrSU Sign MOA to Advance Research in Physical Education and Sports Science

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) and Davao Oriental State University (DOrSU) officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for a five-year partnership focused on research […]

June 20, 2026

Published by Charlotte Andrea Tutor at June 20, 2026

Judge Laquindanum Tells USM’s First Juris Doctors: The Law Is More Than a Career

Retired Regional Trial Court judge and Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) North Cotabato Chapter President Hon. Lily Lydia A. Laquindanum challenged the pioneering graduates of […]

June 19, 2026

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USM College of Law Holds Historic First Graduation, Honors Five Pioneering Graduates

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) College of Law celebrated a historic occasion on June 19, 2026, at the University Auditorium, USM, Kabacan, Cotabato, as it […]

June 19, 2026

Published by Charlotte Andrea Tutor at June 19, 2026

Dr. Rommel T. Vargas Reminds USM Medical Graduates: Be Doctors Who Care

Thirty seven medical students of the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) College of Medicine received their degrees during the 2nd Commencement Exercises with Dr. Rommel T. […]

June 19, 2026

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USM College of Medicine Produces 37 New Medical Graduates

Five years after opening its doors in 2021, the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) College of Medicine celebrated its 2nd Graduation and Commencement Exercises, producing 37 […]

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Dr. Basan’s Research on Food Systems Wins National Recognition

USM, DOrSU Sign MOA to Advance Research in Physical Education and Sports Science

Judge Laquindanum Tells USM’s First Juris Doctors: The Law Is More Than a Career

USM College of Law Holds Historic First Graduation, Honors Five Pioneering Graduates

Dr. Rommel T. Vargas Reminds USM Medical Graduates: Be Doctors Who Care

USM College of Medicine Produces 37 New Medical Graduates