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News Releases

The Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards' News Releases, including feature and other articles, are produced and published regularly by BAFS.

Dr. Roscom takes the wheel as new BAFS Director

By: Katrina Maminta and Rosemarie Calibo| Feb 16, 2023 | 359 Views

February 15, 2023. Dr. Karen Kristine A. Roscom now heads the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS). Dr. Roscom was appointed as Director IV and took her oath of office on February 14, 2023 administered by Senior Undersecretary Domingo F. Panganiban, held at the Department of Agriculture - Central Office, Diliman, Quezon City

A turnover ceremony was also conducted on February 15, 2023 to formally announce the transition of leadership; and honor and respect former BAFS Director Vivencio R. Mamaril. During the ceremony, a thankful Director Roscom uttered, “I am humbled to be in this position. I am a team leader, BAFS is a Team. I am not alone and I am confident that with your help and support, we can be a better organization as the years go by.”

With just barely a month since returning to office, Director Roscom led the updating of the Bureau’s Logical Framework consistent with the Philippine Development Plan 2023-2028. “Our goal is for BAFS to be a group of competent, effective and efficient people so we need to build our credibility, competencies and strengths.” Director Roscom commented during one of the workshops. “To check our practices - learn to analyze and strategize, make informed decisions that will impact modernization of the agri-fishery sector. This is why we, the BAFS, is here for.” she added.

Prior to her appointment as the full-fledged BAFS Director, she held the position of Chief Science Research Specialist of the BAFS Standards Development Division for 17 years, developing science-based Philippine National Standards that are consistent with the Philippines’ obligations and commitment to regional and international trade agreements and cooperation.

Director Roscom is no newbie to the BAFS having served as BAFS OIC Director from February 2014 to July 2016 where she oversaw the implementation of the Bureau’s Quality Management System certifiable to ISO 9001:2008 standard. Through her leadership, the Bureau was ranked as a “Better” performing agency in 2016.

Armed with good managerial and effective leadership skills, coupled with the commitment of the entire BAFS Family to provide full support, Dr. Roscom will definitely achieve whatever vision she has for the Bureau.

Director Roscom is also the Head - National Secretariat of the National Convergence Initiative for Sustainable Rural Development (NCI-SRD) in a concurrent capacity as the BAFS Director. The NCI-SRD is a strategy to improve, conserve, protect, and rehabilitate natural resources through the development and implementation of environment-friendly enterprises and livelihood opportunities. ###

Senior Undersecretary Domingo F. Panganiban administering the oath of office for Director Karen Kristine A. Roscom on February 14, 2023 at the Office of the Secretary of Agriculture, Quezon City.

Senior Undersecretary Domingo F. Panganiban administering the oath of office for Director Karen Kristine A. Roscom

on February 14, 2023 at the Office of the Secretary of Agriculture, Quezon City.

Director Vivencio R. Mamaril officially handed-in the BAFS banner to Director Karen Kristine A. Roscom

during the Turnover Ceremony held at the BAFS Conference Room on February 15, 2023.

Other News Releases for 2023

Classifying Allium species: Garlic and Onion

By: Abraham Perez III & Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Jan 03, 2023 | 441 Views

Saba Banana and its big potential

By: BAFS_ADMIN| Dec 20, 2022 | 490 Views

December 7, 2022. ‘Saba’ banana, also known as ‘Cardaba’, is the most versatile among the banana varieties in the Philippines, as it can be used for desserts or savory dishes. Similar to other bananas, saba fruit is rich in potassium which is a vasodilator. Meaning, it can help decrease strain on blood vessels, thereby reducing risks of heart attacks and stroke. Containing high levels of iron, it stimulates oxygen circulation in the body.

While it has many uses in Filipino culture, saba banana also has immense potential in the export market. According to Executive Director Stephen Antig of the Pilipino Banana Growers and Exporters Association (PBGEA), other neighboring countries like Thailand saw the export potential of raw saba banana as the demand continually increased.

Acknowledging the potential role of saba banana in the agriculture industry, the Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS) published a poster on the Philippine National Standards (PNS) Fresh Fruit - Saba & Cardaba Bananas - Specification (PNS/BAFPS 08:2004).

To view or download more information about Banana-related PNS and knowledge products, visit the BAFS website at http://bafs.da.gov.ph. ###

Other News Releases for 2022

Sort and grade to slow down produce deterioration

By: Engr. Abraham L. Perez, Technical Services Division
Dec 20, 2022 | 387 Views

BAFS issues comics for cage-free egg production

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Dec 19, 2022 | 413 Views

Musing over the quality of Musa table bananas

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Dec 15, 2022 | 631 Views

Hygienic practices from my head to-ma-toes

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Dec 14, 2022 | 716 Views

Visual Guides towards MAISaganang Ani

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Dec 13, 2022 | 625 Views

BAFS as one of the STDF Developing Country Experts

By: Alpha M. Lanuza, Technical Services Division
Dec 07, 2022 | 990 Views

Organic-guaranteed products will now be available for locals of Samar

By: Ronald John L. Lamano, Organic Agriculture Division
Dec 06, 2022 | 965 Views

Cassava and its many uses

By: Engr. Abraham L. Perez, Technical Services Division
Nov 22, 2022 | 1389 Views

Good quality corn, our norm

By: Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Nov 10, 2022 | 1165 Views

Adhering to standards to build food safety habits

By: Nikki Rose Alegre and Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Nov 09, 2022 | 680 Views

One man’s refuse is another man’s food

By: Aubrey Katreena L. Ramos, Technical Services Division
Nov 03, 2022 | 683 Views

Ruminants’ Energy Feed Source: Corn Silage

By: Brooklyn Flores & Abraham Perez III, Technical Services Division
Sep 22, 2022 | 1002 Views

Beef, beef! Know your beef cuts

By: Darelle Kate Romatico. Technical Services Division
Sep 19, 2022 | 462 Views

Do you know that the Philippines produces tuna for sashimi?

By: Nikki Rose Alegre and Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Sep 13, 2022 | 512 Views

Basic food safety tips/guide in octopus, squid and cuttlefish consumption

By: Nikki Rose Alegre and Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Sep 13, 2022 | 462 Views

Push-it for good quality ‘pusit’

By: Nikki Rose Alegre and Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Sep 13, 2022 | 243 Views

Giving attention to the Black Soldier Fly as a protein source in feeds

By: Katrina Maminta, Techncial Services Division
Aug 02, 2022 | 688 Views

Pamantayan 5th issue, a must-read newsletter

By: Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Aug 01, 2022 | 292 Views

Hygiene measures for meat further explained

By: Katrina L. Mamina, Technical Services Division
Jul 27, 2022 | 285 Views

GAP Onion, G-Onion: A comic series for PNS Code of GAP for Onion

By: Alma Reyes, Technical Services Division
Jul 27, 2022 | 321 Views

Explanatory Manual on GAHP Swine Issued to Help the Industry

By: Aubrey Katreena Ramos, Technical Services Division
Jul 27, 2022 | 267 Views

Fish allergy or food poisoning? DA-BAFS clarifies histamine in fish

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Jul 27, 2022 | 795 Views

PNS advocates safe storage practices for bagged grains

By: Brooklyn S. Flores, Technical Services Division
Jun 22, 2022 | 752 Views

DA-BAFS releases guides for rice mill standards

By: Kristine P. Lasac, Engr. Abraham L. Perez III, Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Jun 16, 2022 | 1209 Views

Bringing back the zest in calamansi: BAFS promotes standards for PH lemon

By: Engr. Abraham L. Perez & Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Jun 14, 2022 | 1439 Views

Choose quality chicken meat that meets the standard

By: Aubrey Katreena Ramos, Technical Services Division
Jun 10, 2022 | 1214 Views

Pakchoy Harvest Festival Concludes the 1st Organic Soil Amendment Derby

By: Jenina Cusay, Organic Agriculture Division
Jun 03, 2022 | 741 Views

BAFS going stronger with 32 more PNS in 2021

By: By: Rosemarie Calibo and Ms. Katrina Maminta
May 06, 2022 | 1267 Views

KNOW YOUR FRUITS, UNDERSTAND CROPS’ MRLs

By: Brooklyn S. Flores and Abraham L. Perez III
Apr 26, 2022 | 1698 Views

BAFS reminds the importance of food safety in urban gardening, issues technical bulletin

By: Katrina Maminta and Engr. Abraham Perez
Apr 12, 2022 | 1589 Views

Expanding Reach Despite Challenges

By: Rosemarie Calibo, Katrina Maminta
Mar 15, 2022 | 1788 Views

Partial results show 75% of PNS adopted as the basis of technical regulations are on food safety.

By: By: Mary Grace R. Mandigma, Katrina L. Maminta, Technical Services Division
Mar 10, 2022 | 1970 Views

BAFS’ Road to Service Quality Innovations during Pandemic

By: Abraham Perez III and Chester Benavidez, Technical Services Division
Mar 03, 2022 | 1707 Views

Follow storage restrictions, serve frozen meat safely

By: Katrina L. Maminta, Technical Services Division
Jan 19, 2022 | 2173 Views

BAFS addresses quality, safety of copra production

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Jan 03, 2022 | 2759 Views

Illustrative guide to equip producers with knowledge on quality assurance of paddy, milled rice issued

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Jan 03, 2022 | 1988 Views

BAFS Completed its External Audit with Positive Result

By: Chester Benavidez and Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division| Dec 09, 2021 | 2101 Views

December 1, 2021. With 1 positive observation and 3 opportunities for improvement, the BAFS’ Quality Management System (QMS) continues to be compliant with ISO 9001:2015 standard.

Engr. Adorable Aguila of TUV SUD Philippines audited BAFS QMS on November 26, 2021 covering five (5) scopes, on the Development of Philippine National Standards for Agriculture and Fishery; Provision of Official Accreditation to 3^rd Party Organic Agriculture Certification Bodies; Registration and Evaluation of Integrated Organic Farms and Organic Inputs; Monitoring of Registered Organic Operators and Promotion of Adopted Standards through the conduct of Seminars.

The Surveillance audit lasted for 10 hours with productive exchange of ideas on the out-spread of BAFS services. Engr. Aguila enumerated her findings and cited how the Bureau satisfied the requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 standards.

“I was happy because I reviewed your previous audit. I am happy with how well you presented your processes that as a conclusion, issuance of certificate is recommended, congratulations to everyone,” Engr. Aguila expressed this during the exit meeting. She further commented that the “Improvement activities are commendable as observed during the audit.” She commended the efforts of the Bureau towards continual improvement such as establishment of Service Quality Innovation (SQI) and continuing professional development (CPD) provider accreditation.

The Bureau received its first ISO certificate from TUV SUD Philippines in 2016 satisfying the requirements of the ISO 9001:2008. BAFS successfully transitioned to ISO 9001:2015 version in 2018.

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Other News Releases for 2021

BAFS explores collaboration with the UP – Philippine Risk Profiling Project

By: John Gregory Aquino and Camille Baraquiel, Standards Development Division
Nov 17, 2021 | 2018 Views

Poult-rific and Egg-cellent Practices webinar, a success, 2,257 stakeholders participating

By: Aubrey Katreena L. Ramos and Kristine P. Lasac, Technical Services Division
Nov 17, 2021 | 1943 Views

Earn CPD Units with BAFS

By: Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Nov 08, 2021 | 3261 Views

Standard for pork, chicken cuts: guide for traders, retailers, and consumers

By: By: Kristine P. Lasac, Technical Services Division
Oct 22, 2021 | 3754 Views

Komik Serye Tampok ang mga Pamantayan ng ‘Pinakbet Vegetables’, Inilathala

By: Jan Vincent DR. Tecson, Technical Services Division
Oct 20, 2021 | 2093 Views

BAFS writers set to provide relevant, timely, and clear information

By: Rosemarie V. Calibo, Information Communication Unit
Oct 20, 2021 | 2102 Views

DA-BAFS leads orientation on Technical Barriers to Trade

By: Aubrey Katreena L. Ramos, Technical Services Division
Oct 19, 2021 | 1872 Views

BAFS capacitates its partner regulatory agencies for the implementation of PGS

By: Clarisse Jill Guevara, Organic Agriculture Division
Oct 19, 2021 | 1997 Views

CSC lauds BAFS COVID-19 response efforts, 98% of employees fully vaccinated

By: by Jeffrey Garrido and Charlie Palilio, BAFS Health and Safety Officers
Oct 13, 2021 | 2150 Views

BAFS and the DA RFO aims for a more effective partnership and collaboration

By: Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Sep 29, 2021 | 2186 Views

Infographic featuring Veterinary drug residues in Food: Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs) Released

By: Brooklyn S. Flores, Technical Services Division
Sep 27, 2021 | 2444 Views

Standards Development Division conducts Final Stakeholder Consultation for the Development of Philippine National Standard (PNS) on the Production of Halal Raw Milk – Code of Practice

By: Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
Sep 20, 2021 | 2361 Views

Initial Stakeholder Consultation for the Amendment of Philippine Agricultural Engineering Standards (PAES) Lever-Operated Knapsack Sprayer Specifications and Methods of Test

By: Joshua Gomez Villanueva, Standards Development Division
Sep 20, 2021 | 2939 Views

It’s Official: BAFS is Certified by TradeNet

By: Gerald E. Cammagay, Organic Agriculture Division
Sep 10, 2021 | 2308 Views

PH Formally Opened the 4th Workshop for the Development of Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) for Organic Agricultural Products

By: Vicente D. Limsan Jr., Organic Agriculture Division
Sep 09, 2021 | 2225 Views

Final Stakeholder Consultation for the Development of PNS on the Code of Practice for the Organic Agriculture Production of Traditional Rice Varieties

By: Dominique S. Salcedo, Standards Development Division
Sep 01, 2021 | 2647 Views

DA offices in Caraga Region build stronger foundation for PGS

By: John Lawrence A. Arrogante, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 27, 2021 | 2110 Views

BAFS continues the series of FGO on PGS in Western Visayas

By: Jay El E. Bautista, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 26, 2021 | 2190 Views

Training of Researchers for the Conduct of Organic Biocontrol Agents (OBCA) Efficacy Trials

By: Gerald E. Cammagay, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 18, 2021 | 2718 Views

BAFS Issues Technical Bulletin for Melanosis in Shrimps/Prawns

By: Kristine P. Lasac, Technical Services Division
Aug 18, 2021 | 2346 Views

Stakeholder consultation (SC) conducted for the development of PNS on Slaughtering Practices for Rabbit

By: Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
Aug 18, 2021 | 5315 Views

Yun PALAYun! Webinar Highlights Rice Standards and Traditional Varieties

By: Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Aug 17, 2021 | 2299 Views

TradeNet: Applications for Import and Export Permits for Organic Inputs Now Online

By: Gerald E. Cammagay, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 16, 2021 | 2950 Views

Final Stakeholder Consultation for the amendment of the Code of Good Aquaculture Practices (GAqP) for Seaweed PNS

By: Froline Bernas, Standards Development Division
Aug 12, 2021 | 3487 Views

BAFS Conducts 2021 Mid-year Assessment

By: Rosemarie V. Calibo, Information and Communication Unit
Aug 12, 2021 | 2117 Views

BAFS Focused Group Orientation on PGS implementation continues in Davao Region

By: Geeza June Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 06, 2021 | 2149 Views

BAFS strengthens linkage with DA RFOs, BFAR in SOCCSKSARGEN Region for PGS implementation

By: John Lawrence Arrogante and Geeza June Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 05, 2021 | 2324 Views

BAFS collaborates with DA-Regional Field Office 8 on the Implementation of PGS

By: John Lawrence Arrogante, Organic Agriculture Division
Aug 04, 2021 | 2246 Views

BAFS gathers field data for PNS on the Grading and Classification of Bottle Gourd (Upo)

By: Dominique Salcedo, Standards Development Division
Jul 30, 2021 | 4705 Views

BAFS continues the Focused Group Orientation on PGS in DA-RFO 9

By: Jay El E. Bautista and Joeve S. Calleja, Organic Agriculture Division
Jul 30, 2021 | 2406 Views

BAFS-Standards Development Division conducts Final Consultation for the Development of PNS for Milk – Water Buffalo – Specifications

By: Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
Jul 30, 2021 | 2635 Views

BAFS conducts Stakeholder Consultation for the amendment of Philippine National Standards (PNS) for Quick Frozen Finfish (Uneviscerated and Eviscerated)

By: Froline Bernas, Standards Development Division
Jul 15, 2021 | 2616 Views

Policy on Establishing a Sustainable and Effective BSS&S System in the Department of Agriculture Signed

By: Zaireen B. Cleofe, Laboratory Services Division
Jul 12, 2021 | 2576 Views

Aqualing galing! Komik Seryeng Ukol sa Pamantayan ng Bangus (Milkfish) at Tilapia (St. Peter Fish)

By: Brooklyn Flores and Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Jul 09, 2021 | 2713 Views

PGS Orientation Conducted in CALABARZON

By: Geeza June V. Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Jul 08, 2021 | 2224 Views

BAFS, DA MIMAROPA reaffirm commitment to the implementation of Participatory Guarantee System

By: John Lawrence Arrogante, Organic Agriculture Division
Jul 08, 2021 | 2204 Views

Infographic featuring the Maximum Residue Limits of Pesticide Residues in Milled Rice (PNS/BAFS 162: 2020)

By: Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Jul 06, 2021 | 2251 Views

Collaboration of BAFS and DA-RFOs on Standards Development, Promotion, and Implementation of Organic Agriculture Regulations Institutionalized

By: Katrina L. Maminta, Technical Services Division
Jul 06, 2021 | 2218 Views

The 3rd issue of Pamantayan is here!

By: Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
Jul 06, 2021 | 2148 Views

PGS Orientation Conducted in Region 7

By: Geeza June V. Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Jul 02, 2021 | 2326 Views

BAFS continues efforts to strengthen collaboration with DA-Regional Field Offices for the Implementation of PGS

By: Gio Renzo M. Caballero, Organic Agriculture Division
Jul 02, 2021 | 2219 Views

Regulations to Ensure Organic Integrity and Organic Certification Process

By: Vicente Limsan Jr. and Joeve S. Calleja, Organic Agriculture Division
Jul 01, 2021 | 2476 Views

BAFS Technical Bulletin: Avian Influenza

By: By: Alpha M. Lanuza, DVM and Aubrey Katreena L. Ramos Technical Services Division
Jul 01, 2021 | 2546 Views

Bafs In Focus

By: Kristine P. Lasac, Technical Services Division
Jun 30, 2021 | 2086 Views

Yun Palayun! - A comic series featuring the Code of GAP for Rice (PNS/BAFS 141: 2019)

By: Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Jun 30, 2021 | 2228 Views

BAFS and the Municipality of Bayambang, Pangasinan Now Connected!

By: Rosemarie V. Calibo, InfoComm Unit
Jun 29, 2021 | 2735 Views

Safe and Quality Meat for Healthy Eats

By: Aubrey Katreena Ramos, Technical Services Division
Jun 29, 2021 | 2396 Views

Organic Agriculture Technical Regulations: Registration of Organic Input Producers and Products

By: Jenina B. Cusay and Anna Dominique Cadsawan, Organic Agriculture Division
Jun 25, 2021 | 2464 Views

BAFS Online Academy: Providing Science-based Learnings

By: Chester Benavidez, Technical Services Division
Jun 24, 2021 | 2308 Views

BAFS now a registered publisher

By: Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Jun 24, 2021 | 2399 Views

BAFS CONDUCTS FINAL CONSULTATION FOR THE AMENDMENT OF PHILIPPINE NATIONAL STANDARD (PNS) ON LIVE, CHILLED/FROZEN GROUPER

By: Froline Bernas, Standards Development Division
Jun 23, 2021 | 2416 Views

Final Stakeholders Consultation for the Development of PNS Pineapple Fiber

By: Dominique S. Salcedo, Standards Development Division
Jun 21, 2021 | 2864 Views

BAFS releases Explanatory Manual for the PNS Code of Good Aquaculture Practices (GAqP)

By: Mr. Chester Benavidez and Dr. Alpha Lanuza, Technical Services Division
Jun 19, 2021 | 2601 Views

BAFS conducts “Capacity Building Seminar on the Development of Risk Profile for Chemical Contaminants in Food”

By: Kriszia Ann U. Decena, Laboratory Services Division
Jun 19, 2021 | 2187 Views

Final Stakeholder Consultation for the Amendment of Philippine National Standard (PNS) on the Grading and Classification of Garlic

By: Kristel Alarice R. Aborido, Standards Development Division
Jun 19, 2021 | 2765 Views

BAFS strengthens collaboration with DA Regional Field Offices for the Implementation of Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)

By: John Lawrence A. Arrogante and Geeza June V. Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Jun 18, 2021 | 2155 Views

Recognizing Participatory Guarantee System (PGS), Empowering Organic Small Farmers and Fisherfolk in the Philippines

By: Jay El E. Bautista and Geeza June V. Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Jun 08, 2021 | 3562 Views

BAFS and BFAR-UP MSI CONDUCT FIELD DATA GATHERING FOR SEAWEEDS

By: Froline Bernas, Standards Development Division
Jun 07, 2021 | 6628 Views

Pinyamazing! Illustrative Guide for Pineapple Now available

By: Kristine P. Lasac, Technical Services Division
Jun 07, 2021 | 2167 Views

2021 APEC Subcommittee on Standards and Conformance Conferences goes virtual

By: Katrina Maminta, Alpha Lanuza, and Mary Grace Mandigma, Technical Services Division
Jun 07, 2021 | 2170 Views

BAFS conducts “Shrimply Prawnsome Practices: Achieving Food Safety and Ensuring Quality in Shrimp and Prawns Production”

By: Kristine Lasac, Technical Services Division
May 25, 2021 | 2315 Views

Buffalo Milk : Initial Stakeholders Consultation for the Development of PNS

By: Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
May 25, 2021 | 2795 Views

Codex Standard on Table Grapes undergoing Adoption to Philippine National Standard: Field Data Gathering Conducted

By: Krisha Marie L. Mecija, Standards Development Divisio
May 24, 2021 | 7819 Views

BAFS and ATI: Orientation on Participatory Guarantee System (PGS)

By: Jay El E. Bautista, Organic Agriculture Division
May 18, 2021 | 2630 Views

BAFS issues illustrative guide for safe and quality mangoes

By: Kristine P. Lasac, Technical Services Division
May 18, 2021 | 2459 Views

BAFS Operations Manual: A Reality

By: Katrina Maminta, Technical Services Division
May 12, 2021 | 2437 Views

Remote Assessment: A Virtual Mechanism to Verify Field Compliances of Approved Efficacy Trial Protocols

By: Jenina B. Cusay and Anna Dominique V. Cadsawan, Organic Agriculture Division
May 10, 2021 | 2768 Views

Field data gathering for the Revision of Philippine National Standard related to Seaweeds

By: Froline Bernas, Standards Development Division
May 10, 2021 | 2432 Views

DA-BAFS & DTI-PAB continue to strengthen its partnership as it updates its MOU

By: Vicente Limsan, Jr., Organic Agriculture Division
May 03, 2021 | 2424 Views

BAFS Explores 2 Projects with Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) to gauge its effectiveness in implementing its mandates

By: Alpha M. Lanuza, Technical Services Division
May 03, 2021 | 2155 Views

Rise of the Philippine Chickens – Final Stakeholder Consultation (SC) for the Development of Philippine National Standard (PNS) for Animal Carcass – Chicken - Grading

By: Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
Apr 30, 2021 | 2315 Views

Final Stakeholder Consultation (SC) for the Amendment of Philippine National Standard (PNS) Distilled Fermented Coconut Sap (Lambanog)

By: Krisha Marie L. Mecija, Standards Development Division
Apr 29, 2021 | 2520 Views

Regional Consultation for the Institutionalization of BAFS at the DA Regional Field Offices (RFOs) Successfully Conducted

By: Alpha Lanuza, Technical Services Division
Apr 29, 2021 | 2379 Views

Global Trend: Cage-free = Stress-free Egg Production

By: Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
Apr 23, 2021 | 2392 Views

BAFS Conducts Annual Physical Exam for Employees

By: Rio Angelo Canaria, Administrative Support Services
Apr 21, 2021 | 2237 Views

BAFS conducts the webinar “I Bet Nutritious, I Bet Delicious! PinakaBET na PinakBET!” in celebration of Filipino Food Month 2021

By: Kristine Lasac, Technical Services Division
Apr 20, 2021 | 2584 Views

2nd Stakeholders Consultation (SC) for the Development of the Philippine National Standard (PNS) on the Code of Practice (COP) for Organic Agriculture Production of Heirloom Rice

By: Kristel Alarice R. Aborido, Standards Development Division
Apr 15, 2021 | 2423 Views

Orientation Seminar for the Technical Working Group (TWG) Members involved in the Development of Philippine National Standards (PNS) for the Agri-Fishery Sectors

By: Kristel Alarice R. Aborido, Standards Development Division
Apr 13, 2021 | 2428 Views

Initial Stakeholders Consultation for the Development of the Philippine National Standard (PNS) on the Code of Practice (COP) for Organic Agriculture Production of Traditional Rice Varieties (Heirloom Rice) in CAR

By: Krisha Marie L. Mecija, Standards Development Division
Mar 19, 2021 | 2379 Views

BAFS conducts Seminar-Workshop on Basic Records and Archives Management

By: Chester Benavidez, Georlene Orbista, Alpha Lanuza, Technical Services Division
Mar 18, 2021 | 3038 Views

Use of Standards for an “Improved Normal” Towards Safe and Quality Food

By: Katrina Maminta, Alpha Lanuza, and Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Feb 25, 2021 | 2590 Views

The Interrelationship of BAFS Divisions

By: Karen Kristine A. Roscom, Mary Grace R. Mandigma and Myer G. Mula
Feb 19, 2021 | 2930 Views

BAFS pursues PRIME-HRM Accreditation

By: Rio Angelo Canaria, Administrative Support Services
Feb 16, 2021 | 3065 Views

DA - BAFS and DTI-BPS Strengthens Collaboration on Standards Development

By: Camille Baraquiel, Standards Development Division
Feb 10, 2021 | 2719 Views

Where we are: Status of Philippine National Standards (PNS) Development

By: Kristel Alarice R. Aborido, Standards Development Division
Feb 09, 2021 | 2667 Views

DA-BAFS chaired the Development of the ASEAN Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA) on Organic Agricultural Products

By: Vicente D. Limsan, Jr., Organic Agriculture Division
Jan 28, 2021 | 2583 Views

How Important is DA-BAFS in Developing Standards?

By: Farlash D. Pancho, Karen Kristine A. Roscom, Mary Grace R. Mandigma, and Myer G. Mula
Jan 26, 2021 | 3585 Views

Inception meeting on the development of the Philippine National Standard on the Organic Agriculture Production of Traditional Rice Varieties

By: Farlash D. Pancho, Standards Development Division
Jan 25, 2021 | 2674 Views

After 9 years as NOAB Secretariat, BAFS turned over to NOAP-NPCO

By: Gio Renzo M. Caballero and Geeza June V. Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division
Jan 19, 2021 | 2992 Views

Amended Organic Agriculture Act of 2010, finally approved

By: By: Vera Ysabel de la Cruz, Organic Agriculture Division
Jan 15, 2021 | 7183 Views

BAFS launches Laboratory Online Profiling System

By: by Zaireen B. Cleofe, Laboratory Services Division
Jan 15, 2021 | 2702 Views

2021 Declared as the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables

By: Vicente D. Limsan Jr., Organic Agriculture Division
Jan 13, 2021 | 7664 Views

Measuring Stakeholders’ Engagement on BAFS’ Food Safety Webinars through Facebook Metrics

By: Brooklyn Flores, Technical Services Division
Jan 12, 2021 | 2883 Views

Online Stakeholders Consultation for the Revision of Philippine National Standard for Distilled Coconut Sap (Coconut Lambanog)

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Jan 12, 2021 | 2508 Views

BAFS Year-End Assessment and Management Review Conducted

By: Rosemarie V Calibo, Information and Communication Unit
Jan 05, 2021 | 2463 Views

A Tool of Engagement: BAFS Facebook Page

By: Alpha Lanuza, DVM
Jan 04, 2021 | 2631 Views

Online Seminar Awareness on Philippine National Standard (PNS) and the National List of Permitted Substances for Organic Agriculture (OA)

By: Jeffrey S. Garrido and Geeza Painaga, Organic Agriculture Division| Dec 27, 2020 | 2272 Views

December 14, 2020. Following the successful debut of the BAFS Online Academy last November 2, 2020, the Bureau utilized this newly launched platform to conduct the awareness seminar on the Philippine National Standard (PNS) and the National List of Permitted Substances for Organic Agriculture (OA) which ran from December 1, 2020, to December 11, 2020.

The awareness seminar was conducted to increase knowledge and deepen comprehension of the provisions of the PNS for Organic Agriculture (PNS/BAFS 07:2016) – particularly on the requirements for crop production. As a result, stakeholders will be able to conform to OA-related standards and comply with relevant regulations towards achieving third-party organic certification.

The online activity facilitated effective information dissemination among the OA personnel of DA Regional Field Offices (DA-RFOs), implementing agencies, and institutions, to improve the conduct of pre-assessment and ensure that only qualified OA entities can avail of the certification assistance. The breakdown of participants as well as other relevant information are as follows:

Demographics	Number
Demographics	Male	Female	Total
Academe	8	10	18
Certified Organic farmers	1	1	2
Organic practitioners	9	6	15
National Government Agencies	20	33	53
Local Government Units	11	14	25
Grand Total	48	65	113

The awareness seminar was considered a success as it reached a total of 113 participants from across the country and from various demographics. This shows that the online platform is an effective tool to address previously encountered challenges like limited participation. The online event also became a venue to connect various stakeholders and supporters of the OA Program and encourage knowledge sharing towards skills enhancement.

Participants who finished this online seminar can now access the next training on PNS for Organic Bio-control Agents (PNS/BAFS 182:2016) and the Conduct of Risk-based Inspection during pre-assessment of certification assistance applicant or organic farm management. The training will be available from December 16, 2020, to December 28, 2020.

Indeed, the BAFS Online Academy facilitates the efficient learning and transfer of knowledge to our intended stakeholders. ###

Other News Releases for 2020

New BAFS Website Launched

By: Rosemarie V Calibo, Information and Communication Unit
Dec 24, 2020 | 2628 Views

Guidelines for OBCA Registration Amended

By: Allan L. Aquino and Jenina B. Cusay, Organic Agriculture Division
Dec 23, 2020 | 2513 Views

Coronang Tinik: Estado mong Malupit

By: Rio Angelo Canaria, Administrative Support Services
Dec 22, 2020 | 2108 Views

BAFS supports the campaign to end the violence against women

By: Rio Angelo Canaria, Administrative Support Services
Dec 22, 2020 | 2121 Views

BAFS spearheads FDG for the development of PNS for Cage-free Egg Production

By: Camille B. Baraquiel & Aljon S. Reyes, Standards Development Division
Dec 22, 2020 | 3190 Views

PNS for Food Crops: A Progressive Approach to Food Safety

By: Kristel Alarice R. Aborido, Standards Development Division
Dec 22, 2020 | 2042 Views

BAFS 2020 Journey: Boon or Bane?

By: Rosemarie Calibo, Information Section
Dec 21, 2020 | 1914 Views

M&E Consultation Workshop Conducted

By: Sweet Jessabel De Guzman, Technical Services Division
Dec 21, 2020 | 2206 Views

STANDARDS: Gearing Towards Globally Competitive Fishery Products

By: Froline Bernas , Standards Development Division
Dec 19, 2020 | 2471 Views

Uplifting the Non-Food Crops Industry through Standards

By: Krisha Marie L. Mecija, Standards Development Division
Dec 19, 2020 | 2329 Views

DA-BAFS and its role on the agricultural and fisheries mechanization

By: Engr. Abbygail M. Jaylo, Standards Development Division
Dec 19, 2020 | 2756 Views

Apiculture, livestock and poultry standards as contributors to food production and agricultural economy

By: Aljon Reyes, Standards Development Division
Dec 19, 2020 | 2871 Views

Development of Philippine National Standards as an aid to progress the Philippine agriculture and fishery sector

By: Farlash D. Pancho, Standards Development Division
Dec 19, 2020 | 2544 Views

BAFS participates in the B-SAFE capacity needs assessments

By: Katrina Maminta
Dec 18, 2020 | 2269 Views

BAFS underwent Quality Management System (QMS) surveillance audit

By: Jenny Lee Cambe and Katrina Maminta
Dec 15, 2020 | 2296 Views

BAFS sets up its Monitoring and Evaluation system

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 12, 2020 | 2022 Views

Vawal yan Dito! A Seminar on Violence Against Women

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 11, 2020 | 2041 Views

Keynote Message of Secretary William D. Dar delivered by Engr. Zamzamin L. Ampatuan, Ceso I

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 10, 2020 | 2671 Views

Dir. Myer Mula's Welcome message during the BAFS 22nd Founding Anniversary Opening Ceremony

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 10, 2020 | 2187 Views

Assistant Director Mary Grace Mandigma's Closing Remarks during the BAFS 22nd founding anniversary opening ceremony

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 10, 2020 | 2205 Views

Online Stakeholders Consultative Meeting for the Revision of Department Circular No. 5 Series of 2020 "Guidelines on the Registration of Organic Biocontrol Agents (OBCA) Producers and Products

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 10, 2020 | 2148 Views

Coronang Tinik: Estado mong Malupit Keeping a healthy mind in times of a pandemic

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 08, 2020 | 2044 Views

Technical Seminar : Online Meat Selling and its Safety

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 03, 2020 | 1989 Views

BAFS celebrates its 22nd anniversary with the theme: "Walang Iwanan: Ligtas at Dekalidad na Pamantayan sa Gitna ng Pandemya"

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 02, 2020 | 1927 Views

Visayas and Mindanao - Wide Online Public Consultation for the Development of Philippine National Standards (PNS) for Lairage-Swine and Ruminants

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 01, 2020 | 1858 Views

Online Stakeholders Consultation for the Development of Philippine National Standard for the Maximum Residue Limits of Pesticides in Selected Crops

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 01, 2020 | 1946 Views

Online Stakeholders Consultation for the Revision of Philippine National Standard for Live and Raw Bivalve Molluscs (PNS/BAFS 89:2011)

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Dec 01, 2020 | 1961 Views

Online Stakeholders Consultation for the Development of Philippine National Standards (PNS) for Bottle Gourd on November 19, 2020 | Thursday from 9:00 PM to 5:00 PM

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 09, 2020 | 2048 Views

PINYAmazing Experience ni Pina – Issue 6

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 2143 Views

Please tune for the conduct of 3 part series with Theme "Learn, Adapt and Execute" this October

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 1929 Views

PINYAmazing Adventures ni Pina - Issue 7

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 2083 Views

Standards Development Division will be conducting a series of webinars with the theme "Learn, Adapt, Execute: Standards Development Approach during a Pandemic"

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 1914 Views

PINYAmazing Adventure ni Pina - Issue 1 - Cebuano version

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 2029 Views

PAMANTAYAN is the official newsletter published by the BAFS

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 1953 Views

pinyaWAIS at mangGALING ka ba?

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 2025 Views

Online Public Consultation for the Adoption on the Establishment and Application of Microbiological Criteria Related to Foods as Philippine National Standard

By: BAFS_ADMIN
Nov 07, 2020 | 2053 Views