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.

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June 21, 2026

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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 19, 2026

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300+ Datalbukay Earthquake Survivors Receive Relief Resources from USM; ESO Deploys Volunteers

DATALBUKAY, SARANGANI — Through a centralized call for donations initiated by the South Cotabato Youth Volunteers Organization (SCYVO), in partnership with the University of Southern Mindanao […]

April 10, 2026

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Office of Sen. Kiko Pangilinan Visits USM, Discusses Cacao Initiatives and Agri Development

Representatives from the Office of Senator Kiko Pangilinan visited the University of Southern Mindanao (USM) on April 8, 2026 at the Office of the President, Administration […]

March 17, 2026

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USM-ESO Drives Early Childhood Nutrition and Creative Development in Kabacan

KABACAN, COTABATO — In a proactive effort to combat malnutrition and promote holistic child development, the University of Southern Mindanao – Extension Services Office (USM-ESO) extended […]

March 16, 2026

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USM-ESO, CA, SOXAARRDEC Lead Monitoring of ‘Plant to Learn’ Project in Nangaan

KABACAN, COTABATO — The University of Southern Mindanao (USM)-Extension Services Office (ESO), in collaboration with the College of Agriculture (CA) and the SOCCSKSARGEN Agriculture, Aquatic and […]

March 2, 2026

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USM-CTI, ESO Boost Nutrition and Facility Safety at Osias ECCD

KABACAN, COTABATO — The University of Southern Mindanao’s College of Trades and Industries (USM-CTI), in coordination with the Extension Services Office (ESO), conducted a feeding program […]

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