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Agri-science trailblazers honored at vet and agri association’s thanksgiving party

The Association of Veterinary and Agri-Quality Assurance Laboratories of the Philippines, Inc. (AVAQAL), led by its president, Pinky Tobiano, recently hosted a festive thanksgiving party and honored agriculture luminaries with the Haligi ng Agri-Siyensya Awards.

The event, held at the Great Eastern Hotel in Quezon City, brought together industry leaders, government officials, and distinguished professionals to celebrate excellence and innovation in agriculture and science.

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An invocation and the national anthem kicked off the program, which featured inspiring speeches from AVAQAL president Pinky Tobiano and vice president Herbert Mendoza, who emphasized the organization’s commitment to elevating quality assurance standards in the agricultural sector.

The keynote speaker, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, commended AVAQAL for its unwavering dedication and support in advancing the country’s agricultural landscape.

The well-attended gathering not only highlighted AVAQAL’s accomplishments but also reaffirmed its position as a beacon of excellence in the agricultural sector.

Through the leadership of Tobiano, and her passion, dedication, and commitment to supporting Philippine agriculture, AVAQAL has transformed from a simple organization into a world-class institution.

The Haligi ng Agri-Siyensya Awards honored six outstanding individuals whose exemplary leadership and contributions have significantly impacted their fields.

Among the awardees were Dr. Edna Zenaida Villacorte, visionary founder of AVAQAL; Dr. Zamuel Zacate, director general of the Food and Drug Administration; Attorney Senando Santiago, acting general manager of the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA); Dr. Dante Palabrica, Department of Agriculture (DA) Undersecretary (award accepted by Guadalupe Palabrica Tongco); Dr. Rommel Sulabo, professor and researcher at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB); and Rosendo So, chairman of Sinag.

From left: AVAQAL vice president Herbert Mendoza, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, Dr. Rommel Sulabo, professor-researcher of UP Los Baños, and AVAQAL president Pinky Tobiano

The efforts of these honored leaders have elevated regulatory standards, quality assurance, food security, and sustainability practices within their respective sectors.

In addition to the awards, the event featured engaging games and raffle draws that added a festive flair, fostering camaraderie among members and guests.

The day concluded with a fellowship lunch, where attendees celebrated AVAQAL’s achievements and strengthened their community bonds.

AVAQAL’s thanksgiving party and the Haligi ng Agri-Siyensya Awards underscored the organization’s pivotal role in driving innovation, leadership, and collaboration in agriculture and science.

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