AVAQAL, the Association of Veterinary and Agri-Quality Assurance Laboratories of the Philippines, Inc., recently hosted a thanksgiving party and award ceremony honoring outstanding leaders in the agricultural sector.
The Association of Veterinary and Agri- Quality Assurance Laboratories of the Philippines, Inc. (AVAQAL) recently hosted a festive thanksgiving party to honor 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.
The program kicked off with an invocation and the national anthem, followed by inspiring speeches from AVAQAL president Pinky Tobiano and vice president Herbert Mendoza. They emphasized the organization’s commitment to elevating quality assurance standards in the agricultural sector. Senator Sherwin Gatchalian delivered the keynote speech, commending AVAQAL for its unwavering dedication and support to advancing the country’s agricultural landscape. The Haligi ng Agri-Siyensya Awards segment 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; lawyer Senando Santiago, acting General Manager of Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA); Dr. Dante Palabrica – Department of Agriculture (DA) Undersecretary (the award was accepted by Guadalupe Palabrica Tongco); Dr. Rommel Sulabo – professor researcher from UPLB (University of the Philippines Los Baños); and Rosendo So – chairman of Sinag. The efforts of these honored leaders have elevated regulatory, quality, food security and sustainability practices within their respective sectors. The event also featured engaging games and raffle draws, fostering camaraderie among members and guests. The day concluded with a fellowship lunch, where attendees celebrated AVAQAL’s achievements and strengthened their bond as a community.
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