July 31, 2025
The Inland Aquatic Resources Research Division of the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (IARRD-PCAARRD), conducted the Monitoring and Evaluation, and field visit of the ongoing PCAARRD-funded project, "SMS in Aquafeeds: Development of an Alternative Aquafeed Ingredient Using Spent Mushroom Substrate (SMS)" yesterday, July 31, 2025, at ParSU Goa campus.ย
The research project led by Ms. Liezel DC. Atole-Nieva, explores SMS as an efficient alternative to traditional fish feed ingredients, potentially reducing production costs and enhancing food security.
This collaborative initiative highlights ParSU's growing role in applied scientific research. Through strong partnerships, the university remains committed to developing practical solutions to real-world challenges. Aligned with its mandates, ParSU continues to strengthen its role in building resilient and sustainable communities.ย
Ms. Virna G. Salac, Supervising Science Research Specialist of the IARRD, provided the rationale for the activity and later delivered the closing remarks. The M&E activities also included an insightful laboratory visit, offering a closer look at the research process and its preliminary outcomes.
