4th Mindanao Bloggers Summit

The Zamboanga Bloggers Community is already preparing for the 4th edition of the Mindanao Bloggers Summit on October 29-31, 2010 in the Asia’s Latin City, Ciudad de Zamboanga.

The event will carry the theme – THE MINDANAO PROJECT: Weaving Voices Online. This year’s summit aims to create a venue for Mindanaoan bloggers to discuss issues affecting them and formulate strategies to help reach their common goal of creating a brighter Mindanao.

The summit will be kicked-off by a Blogging Seminar on October 29, 2010. It aims to give newbie bloggers and blogging enthusiasts some tips on how to create successful blogs.

The summit proper will be held on October 30, 2010 at Zamboanga’s finest hotel – the Garden Orchid Hotel. Top blogging personalities and guests have already confirmed their participation as speakers during the summit. Registration fee for the summit proper is P500.

Blogs and bloggers from Mindanao will be awarded on the same day during the Philippine Blog Awards – Mindanao.

Zamboanga City has many sights and things to offer to its visitors. The organizers invite participants to visit historical and beautiful spots of the city on October 31, 2010. Partnering for the city tour are the local tourism department and the Committees on Tourism and Science and Technology of the City Council.

For more information, contact Ryann Elumba at (63927) 477-1210 or Yolynne Medina at (63916) 152-4811. Email bloggerssummit2010@gmail.com or visit http://www.mindanaobloggers.com.

11th Health, Wellness, and Beauty Show 2010

With over 12,000 trade visitors every year, the 11th Health, Wellness, and Beauty Show 2010 will gather top companies, experts, practitioners, and industry professionals from the fitness, health, and beauty industries come October 15 to 17 to provide an exceptional venue for marketing, advertising, and promotion of health and beauty products and services.

To be held at the Megatrade Hall 3 in SM Megamall, the event's objective is to showcase the newest and innovative health and wellness programs in the market.

This three-day event will provide lectures, workshops, demonstrations, several activities, and perks like free medical consultations by beauty and medical experts and presentation of new herbal beauty products. Educational sessions about health, organic, beauty, cosmetics, natural food and drinks are also offered that could help generate new business ideas for health and wellness industry sector.

Some of the exhibitors in the event are as follows:

• Pharmaceutical Products
• BFAD/DOH Approved Medicine
• Alternative & Organic Products
• Natural/Herbal Food, Drinks and Supplements, Catering/Food Companies
• Health Services, Specialized Clinics
• Optical/Lenses, Medical Equipments
• Cosmetics, Perfumeries, Essential Oils, Soaps
• Beauty Products & Services, Beauty Institutes
• Wellness Centers, Salons, Skin Care/ Body Care, Hair Care
• Health Spa / Resort / Sport Club
• Herbal & Aromatherapy Products, Herbal Medicines and Remedies
• Herbal Food & Beverages, Fitness/ Slim Centers
• Fitness Equipments, Medical Insurance Companies
• Health Magazines/Journals/Publications
• Fashion Jewelries, Accessories, and Beauty Products
• Spiritual, Zen and Meditation Music.

For registration and inquiries, please contact the Fiera de Manila at (632) 896-0639, 896-0637, 899-6216 or e-mail at fiera@info.com.ph.

58th Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers Annual Convention

“Industries Towards Excellence.” This is the driving concept of this year’s Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME) Conference to be held on Oct. 13–16 at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC).

The four-day conference will focus on the group’s drive to rally all industries to appreciate and take advantage of the various developments in their profession. Included in the discussions will be issues such as quality assurance and management, continuing professional education, and of RA 8495 (Philippine Mechanical Engineering Law) and how its provisions could be implemented.

Mechanical engineers from the private practices, government, and the academe are expected to attend the conference and present some of their technical papers to keep their fellow engineers updated regarding the trends and technological advances in the field of mechanical engineering.

For more details regarding the conference, please call 736-2043, 493-4268, or 0917-8681700. You may also visit www.psmenow.org.

3rd Philippine International Motor Show

The 3rd Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS) by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI) brought together under one roof powerful global auto brand marques, as well as leading brands in affiliate and support industries last August 19 to 22, 2010 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay.

Some of those participating brands that attended the event which the the "Drive the Green Road" were Asian Carmakers Corporation (BMW), CATS Motors, Inc. (Mercedes-Benz, Jeep, Chrysler & Dodge), Columbian Autocar Corporation (Kia), Focus Ventures, Inc. (Chana), Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (Honda), Hyundai Asia Resources, Inc. (Hyundai), Isuzu Philippines Corporation (Isuzu), Mitsubishi Motors Philippines Corporation (Mitsubishi), Nissan Motor Philippines, Inc. (Nissan), PGA Cars, Inc. (Porsche, Audi), Scandinavian Motors Corporation (Volvo), The Covenant Car Company, Inc. (GM), Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation (Toyota), Universal Motors Corporation (Nissan LCVs), Suzuki Philippines Inc. (Suzuki), and Ford Group Philippines.

A number of the events' highlights were special auto financing rate exclusive for 3rd PIMS visitors prepared by BPI Family Savings, and a showcase of a green technology pavilion highlighting engine and vehicle technology simulators by the CAMPI Technical Committee.

The event was aimed to complement CAMPIs ongoing advocacy on the issue of climate change; and, to showcase the latest green technologies in alternative fuel-fed vehicles to include hybrids, and clean-burning, diesel-powered vehicles, and fuel-efficient gas engines, among others.

The 3rd Philippine International Motor Show was organized by the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines, Inc. (CAMPI). For further information and suggestion regarding the event, contact them at (632) 632-9733, 910-2580, fax (632) 633-9941, e-mail campi@globelines.com.ph or visit http://www.campiauto.org.

HealthCare Information Management Outsourcing Services 2010

In the past few years, the health care information management and outsourcing industry broke through the market and now commands a high-value, world class playing field.

With this trend in mind, the Healthcare Information Management Outsourcing Association of the Phillippines (HIMOAP)(formerly known as Medical Transcription Industry Association of the Philippines, Inc.), together with DL Media Focus International Inc. organized HealthCare Information Management Outsourcing Services 2010 held last Aug. 10 at the Crowne Plaza Galleria.

Centered on the theme “Bringing the Philippine Workforce to the 21st Century,” the conference gathered healthcare information companies, hospital IT administrators, medical and IT professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners, educators, health maintenance groups, and medical transcription companies to learn about the healthcare information business and its various opportunities, the latest information management systems, skill and industry requirements, and the most current network trends and global perspectives in the industry.

Some of the topics discussed were the market trends and service opportunities in the Philippines, IT systems and protected health information, the value of health informatics, the international classification of diseases and current procedural technology codes in healthcare information management, and career development opportunities in the industry.

HealthCare Information Management Outsourcing Services 2010 was held in cooperation with the Business Processing Association of the Philippines, the Congressional Commission on Science and Technology, and Tholons Advisory, Investments, and Research, co-presented by PLDT Business Solutions, and supported by Bayan Telecommunications. The Philippine Star served as the event’s media partner.

For more information, please visit www.mtiapi.com or www.himoap.com, or contact DL Media Focus International Inc. at telephone numbers (632) 889-7763, 856-4954, 844-8341, or telefax number 886-4407.

One Cebu Business and Sustainability Summit 2010

Last August 9, 2010, Mandaue Business Movement (MBM 2010) celebrated their 2nd Event of their Business Movement One Cebu Business and Sustainability Summit 2010. This happened at Cebu International Convention Center, Mandaue City.

One Cebu Sustainability Summit 2010 was attended by top business executives, with the theme "The Sustainable Business Revolution: A Call to Action". This Special Event brought awareness as to what to do to contribute to sustainable development with a strong commitment to do something about it.

The event is aimed to make delegates LEARN why sustainability is so important and what they need to do to make the transformation in their own business; CONNECT with major business leaders who have made the leap to sustainability and who can help delegates with their own challenges, as well as with other attendees who may provide unique partnership opportunities going forward; COMMIT to specific steps one’s company needs to take to move into the new world of sustainable business; and, ACT on the first of those steps delegates just committed to, so that when they go back to their company afterwards, they are already moving toward their long-term goals.

Varied talks from Environment, Technology, Energy, Business, Social Development and to Advocacy were given by prestigious speakers such as Mr. Alex Lacson, and Mr. Antonio Meloto, Jr.

One Cebu Sustainability Summit 2010 is organized by the Mandaue Chamber of Commerce & Industry and in partnership with the Province of Cebu, Mandaue City and the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry. It is just one of the Prestigious Local Events that happened in Cebu.

For more information about the One Cebu Sustainability Summit 2010, contact the Mandaue City Chamber of Commerce and Industry at (63632) 420-2252 or (6332) 420-2232.

WEAP 5th Annual Convention

The Water Environment Association of the Philippines (WEAP) Inc., a member of the association of the Water Environment Federation (WEF) of the United States held its 5th Annual Convention last August 5 and 6, 2010 at the Waterfront Hotel & Casino Lahug, Cebu City.

This year’s theme is “Climate Change: Act Now for Future Generations.” Andrew T. Montalbo and Artemio F. Baylosis, WEAP president and president-elect respectively, welcomed delegates and the representatives from the various water districts, private companies, LGUs, manufacturers, environmental practitioners and pollution control officers that attended the event.

On the other hand, the technical sessions highlighted the following topics: “The Basics of Global Warming,” “The La Niña and El Niño Phenomenon,”“Sewerage and Sanitation: The Emerging Challenge,” “Combined Sewage and Septage Treatment: The FTI STP Experience,” “Renewable Energy: The Alternative Source of Energy”, and “Mitigation and Adaptation of Climate Change and The Green Design”.

For more inquiries, contact WEAP Secretariat, (632) 775-2030, email weaphil@yahoo.com, or visit the WEAP website http://www.weaphil.com.

World Food Expo 2010 at WTC & SMX Convention - an Ultimate Food Show Experience!

Join the celebration of World Food Expo 2010 (WOFEX) for the 10th International Exposition on Worldwide Food and Beverage, Technology and Machinery  - the Ultimate Food Show Experience held at two big venues, firstly at the World Trade Center, and at the SMX Convention Center, both in Pasay City, Metro Manila on August 4 to 7.

Aside from seminars, exhibits and presentations, competition like the 1st Philippine Culinary Cup dubbed as the Country's Most Prestigious International Culinary Competition will also be one of the event's highlights to look forward to.

Some of the Expo's scheduled activities and seminars include Cake Decorating and Korean Cooking for the first day, Mediterranean Cuisines and Bartending Activity for the second day, Franchising and Trade Marking on the third day, and the Search for the Cook Idol for the last day.

WOFEX is where buyers and sellers gather every first week of August. The most number of exhibitors, the most number of trade visitors, and the most number of sales generated - these are the true measures of a successful exhibition. No wonder why WOFEX is called "The ultimate Food Show Experience!"

World Food Expo's 10th International Exposition on Worldwide Food and Beverage, Technology and Machinery sponsors are GASUL , KLG International Inc., Sun Cellular, Gomeco, Multi-Mach, Cosmic, Ajinomoto, Minami Tsushow Co. Ltd., Sunbest, Vesmach, Tefal, Joe Kuan, The Philippine STAR, Cook Magazine, BusinessMirror, Philippine Graphic, Appetite, FLAVORS, F&B World, QTV Channel 11, JIMAC, Events Incorporated, and the Sweet Life.

For more information, do contact the telefax numbers at (632) 929-7963, (632) 929-7993, (632) 426-9603, (632) 436-4209, (632) 436-4898; e-mail address at info@PEPGroup.com, or visit the website at www.pepgroup.com.

Philippine Society of Sanitary Engineers, Inc. 2010 Midyear National Convention

Proper sanitation is one of the keys to healthy living environments and lifestyles.

Focused on the theme “Working Together Towards a Clean, Safe, and Healthy Environment,” the Philippine Society of Sanitary Engineers, Inc. launched their 2010 Midyear National Convention last July 29–31 at the Hotel Stotsenberg in Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga.

Lined up in the series of lectures/seminars were general subjects subdivided into specific topics: (1) Solid Waste Management (Updates on Health Care Management, Design Considerations of a Sanitary Landfills, and Updates on the Implementation of RA 9003); (2) Public Health Engineering (Water Safety Plans, The National Sustainable Sanitation Program, Household Water Treatment, and Floating Toilet); (3) Water and Wastewater Engineering (The National Sewerage and Sanitation Program, Septage Management Program, and Updates in Local Water Supply); and (4) Innovation and Updates in Building Systems, Fire Protection and the Green Building Technology.

For details and inquiries, please contact the secretariat at (632) 434-0591, email info@psense.org.ph or log on to the website www.psense.org.ph. You may also contact the convention chairman Engr. Ramil Gutierrez (convention chairman) at 0922-5621357, Engr. Noel Yumol (co-chairman) at 0922-8936988, or Engr. Ascencion Forte Jr. (national president) at 0915-4118560.

6th National Convention of Fisherfolks in Baguio City

The 6th National Convention of Fisherfolks was held in the beautiful mountain resort of Baguio city last June 4, 2010.

The convention focuses on discussing the current issues in the industry.  Specifically noted that the lucrative fishing industry still has a bright future in helping perk up the economic growth due to the availability of vast water resources which could be tapped for commercial fish production even at the height of the El Nino phenomenon or prolonged dry spell.

According to Gil Adora, Assistant Director for Technical Services of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), while rivers and lake are drying up due to the serious negative effects of the onslaught of El Nino in the country, the trend that must be adopted by the fisherfolks is to develop fish production areas in the vast track of salt waters in different parts of the country in order to sustain fish self-sufficiency in the coming years.

Moreover, Adora asserted that despite natural calamities, the country's fishing industry still has bright future and it should be tapped and supported by concerned agencies so that it will also make a difference in the country's economic growth. Official figure shows that the Philippines is the eighth top fish producer in the world with its coastline length of about 36,289 kilometers.

For more information, contact Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources at (632) 929-9597, 929-8074, email info@bfar.da.gov.ph or visit http://www.bfar.da.gov.ph.

2010 National 4-H Convention

Almost 600 youth leaders of the 4-H Club, youth coordinators, and volunteer youth leaders nationwide gathered at the Camarines Sur Capitol Convention Center last May 17 to 20, 2010 to celebrate the club’s National Convention.

The convention with the theme “Youth Empowerment on Climate Change Adaptation: A Time for Action” was also attended and graced by Assistant Director Alberto Maningding of ATI-Central Office, together with other officials like Mr. Allan Vega, Federation President of 4-H Club Philippines, Inc., Guiamaludin Mohamad, Volunteer Leaders Association of the Philippines (VLAP) National President and Hon. Loreto Yu, Mayor of Alang-alang , Leyte and International Farm Youth Exchange (IFYE) President.

Department of Agriculture (DA) Bicol Regional Executive Director Marilyn V. Sta. Catalina happened to deliver the message of Secretary Bernie G. Fondevilla, who was supposedly one of the event’s guest speakers, to the visitors and delegates. Shared insights from the secretary were messages to the government and the people that they must work together in addressing critical threats of climate change which is largely attributed to man’s abuse to the environment. In additional, the secretary pointed out that in order for the government to achieve its agri-fishery development and modernization amidst climate problem, there must be a stronger and sustained collaboration among stakeholders – the DA, Local Government Units (LGU), other policy makers and implementers, farmers, fishers, entrepreneurs and other industry players.

The 4-H National Convention is an annual gathering of all farm youth in the country which is principally being carried out by the DA’s Agricultural Training Institute, in cooperation with the regional, provincial and municipal Farm Youth Development Program (FYDP) from the DA-Regional Field Units, and LGUs, VLAP, and IFYE.

From all who attended, Region XII delegation had the biggest delegation. With sixty delegates, Region XII was led by Alicia Rose Nebreja, ATI-XII Regional Rural Based Organizations (RBOs) Coordinator and Felly Bongat, DA-RFU XII’s Regional FYDP Coordinator.

For more information, contact help@fourhcouncil.edu.

Mathematical Society of the Philippines 2010 Annual Convention

Researchers and educators in all areas of pure and applied mathematics, math education, statistics, and other related areas are invited to join the Mathematical Society of the Philippines (MSP) 2010 annual Convention to be held on May 20-21, 2010 at the Montebello Villa Hotel in Cebu City.

Hosted by the MSP Cebu Chapter, the MSP celebrates its 37th year as the country’s largest professional organization dedicated to the promotion of mathematics and mathematics education. Invited to give plenary talks are Dr. Alnar Detalla (Central Mindanao University), Dr Jesper Jansson (Ochanomizu University), Prof San Ling (Nanyang Technological University), Dr Ester Ogena (DOST-Science Education Institute), Prof Agnes Paras (University of the Philippines) and Prof Paul Terwilliger (University of Wisconsin).

Local researchers will also be given a chance to present their papers and share with their colleagues their latest findings and application practices of mathematics. Participants are encouraged to pre-register, via mail, fax, or email, on or before May 7, 2010.

For more information about the event, contact Dr. Arlene Pascasio, MSP Convention Chair at aapascasio@gmail.com, or Dr. Lorna Almocera, MSP Convention Co-chair at lsalmocera@yahoo.com. Interested participant may also call (632) 920-1009, email mathsoc@mathsocietyphil.org or visit their website at http://www.mathsocietyphil.org/.

PSCCI 17th Annual Convention

The Philippine Society of Cardiovascular and Catheterization and Interventions Inc. held their 17th Annual Scientific Convention at Edsa Shangri-La Hotel Mandaluyong City last April 30 to May 1.

With the theme, “Experiencing Technological Advancements Interventional Cardiology”, the 2-day event covered and tackled various topics in cardiovascular studies and other wide rang topics like the Live Case Presentation of Interventional Procedures, Tips and Tricks in Trans Radical PCI discussed by Joaquin Emilio G. Jison, M.D., Emergencies by Allied Medical Services discussed by Dahlia O. Estrera, M.D., and Prompt Response to Cathlab.

Moreover, the event also launched a Research Contest and conducted their General Assembly and Fellowship Night to conclude the successful convention which was spearheaded by the Overall Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Mr. Jose Nicolas M. Cruz, M.D.

The convention will not be a complete success without the support of Therepharma, Abbott, Cordis, Bayer Health Care, Boston Scientific, Medtronic, Eli Lilly and Company, Asahi Intecc, New Market Link, sanofi Aventis, Paradigm Biodevices Inc., St. Jude Medical Inc., PHP Medical Distributors, Otsuka, RG-Meditron Inc., and Terumo Medical.

SWAC scholarships launched

The StudyWork-abroad.com of IL institute provided a fast track getaway for the Filipino Dream of earning while learning abroad with partners in five countries which include the UK, US, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia and 21 colleges.

It was launched last April 16-18 at the Podium, April 18 at Cebu Ayala Mall, Baguio University of Cordilleras Auditorium last April 20, and Davao Gaisano Mall on April 27.

StudyWork-Abroad.Com’s vision is to provide global education that is affordable. Morever, they are providing P10-M worth of international scholarships in the SWAC Expo this month. Interested parties can inquire directly with representatives from top partner colleges on how they can avail of these scholarship opportunities in four key cities.

Affiliated universities and colleges overseas include: Kings International College in Australia, Durham College in Canada, Wintec, Waikato Institute of Technology in New Zealand, South London College in United Kingdom, and DeVry University in the USA.

For further information regarding the scholarship opportunities, visit www.StudyWork-Abroad.com or contact SWAC through 0922-8170639.

Daily Conex 2010 at Cebu Convention Center

The Dairy Confederation of the Philippines (382-7469; 926-3840, 0917-8323004, 0917-8323006, dairyconphil@yahoo.com) in cooperation with Premier Events Plus Group Inc. (929-7963/93, 426-9603, 920-8136, info@pepgroup.com) presented the Dairy Congress & Expo 2010 last April 16 to 17 at the Cebu International Convention Center.

With the theme, “Sa Dairy ang Kita ay Daily”, the congress aims to cover issues and discussed a wide-range of topics in the Dairy industry including: “Quality Herd Build-Up and Genetics Improvement” which covers Dairy Cattle, Dairy Carabao, Dairy Goat; “Pasture Development, Nutrition, Milk, Collection & QC, and Product Development” that focuses on Pasture Development and Nutrition, Milking, Collection, and Quality Control, Processing Plant operation and Management; “Marketing Dairy Entrepreneur, Dairying—a Career and Profession?” which gives a brief explanation about Marketing, The Dairy Entrepreneur, and Darrying: A Career and Profession.

Moreover, the congress also features stories about Financing, Grants and Assistance, and the DairyCon General Assembly.

The event’s success will not be completed without the help of its major sponsors: The Philippine Carabao Center; the Manila Bulletin; the Business Mirror; RMN Radio; the Department of Agriculture; the FREEMAN; and other media partners.

Science educators concluded 6th National Convention

The 6th National Convention of the Association of Science Teachers and Educators of the Philippines Inc. (ASTEP) was concluded last April 15-17 at the Capuchin Retreat House in Lipa City, Batangas.

With the theme, “Articulating Standards in Testing and Evaluation of performance”, the convention aims to enrich understanding of the UBD focusing on the evidence of learning/assessment aligned with the desired results and outcome. Moreover, it also aims to relate science teaching to the culture and tradition of a community.

The convention, on the other hand, also includes a one and a half days of seminar workshop and one and a day educational tour to provide the participants with a hands-on experience. It was also participated by a large number of Science school teachers and educators, and some selected Science students from the different provinces in the country.

President Elma Pedregosa of ASTEP was in-charge of the participants and program (0905-294-3727, elma41441@yahoo.com, astep_2003@yahoo.com).

PSIS Security Expo 2010

The Philippine Society for Industrial Security (PSIS) presents the PSIS International Security Expo and Convention last April 15 and 16 at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza.

PSIS International Security Expo & Conference is one of the largest exhibition for security industry in Philippines. The event offered the imparting knowledge and expertise for the training and development of security practitioners through a highly motivated team of competent and empowered professionals.

Philippine Society for Industrial Security, Inc., moreover, is the Philippines’ largest organization of security professionals and the leading catalyst in imparting knowledge and expertise for the training and development of security practitioners through a highly motivated team.

With the theme, Achieving Global Excellence in Security Management, the expo was participated by them embers of Philippine Society for Industrial Security Inc who are management specialists who formulate security policies and programs for banks, aerospace facilities, communication networks, hotels, educational institutions, hospitals, shopping malls, domestic and foreign corporations.

The event will not be a complete success without the help of it’s sponsors, Magic 89.9, HerWord.com, Business World, GRAPHIC Magazine, Business Mirror, Security Matters, and Electronic Security Systems Corporation.

For more information, contact Ex-Link Management and Marketing Services Corp. at (632) 643-3887, 643-7760, 640-1280, email events@exlinkevents.com or visit the conference website at http://www.philippinesecurityevents.com.ph/.

UE and IPCAP Unite in Serving Humanity Through Counseling

The Integrated Professional Counselors Association of the Philippines (IPCAP) Inc. held its second National Convention last April 14–16, carried by the theme “Serving Humanity through the Counseling Profession.”

Held in partnership with the University of the East, the convention aimed to highlight the multiple roles of guidance counselors and strengthen their competencies and skills, uphold ethical and legal responsibilities and accountabilities, and encourage appreciation of the ever-changing roles of guidance counselors.

Gawad Kalinga Executive Director Tony Meloto served as the keynote speaker of the event and lead the roster of other distinguished speakers in the three-day event of workshops, plenary sessions, and the IPCAP general membership meeting.

IPCAP membership is exclusive to registered (licensed) guidance counselors (RGCs). The convention was also opened to non-RGCs for professional updating.

Please contact the any of the following persons for pre-registration, inquiries, and other relevant details: Dr. Julian Montano (julmont3@yahoo.com or 0917-5026992); Fr. Bernardo R. Collera, SVD (berngu721@gmail.com or 0919-6236605); Cesar S. Cong (cesarcong@tri-isys.com or 0917-6078427); or UE Manila Guidance and Counseling Director Nila V. Urrea (nilavurrea@yahoo.com, (02) 735-8537, or 0916-3212579).

ProPork ensures Swine Industry Survival

With a theme “Ensuring Survival through Efficiency and Improved Pork Production,” the 19th Hog Convention and Trade Exhibit was staged last April 8 to 10 at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas in Davao City.

Hosted by the Davao Hog Farmers Association Inc. and organized annually by the Pork Producers Federation of the Philippines or ProPork (formerly the National Federation of Hog Farmers, Inc.), the said convention educated participants which were consisted of Thousands of commercial and backyard hog raisers from all over the country, with practical and technical information and tips from experts – helping them secure the safety and profitability of their farms.

The gathering which was opened free to the public and was considered a “must-go-to” event, especially for those thinking of setting up their own hog businesses, also hosted the 3rd Backyard Hog Farmers Congress which focused on the needs of the backyard hog raisers so they can improve their operations. And as the biggest and longest-running trade exhibition focusing on the swine industry, seminars on the prevention and eradication of common swine diseases, swine management, and swine genetics were provided.

Despite the various crises that have plagued the swine industry, hog raising remains a very popular and viable enterprise in our country. For more inquiries, you may call 7263644 , 5728163 or email hogfederation@globelines.com.ph or hogfederation@gmail.com.

PPHA 2010 reckons National Convention to Global Standards

The Philippine Pharmacists Association, Inc. (PPHA) held their 2010 National Convention with their considerably thought on the theme “Raising Pharmacy Practice to Global Standards”. This convention was hosted by the Region VIII Pharmacists Association, Inc. and was held at Leyte Park Hotel, Tacloban City last April 7 to 9, 2010.

This convention was attended by the event’s keynote speaker Mr. Lawrence Brown, Pharm D., Ph. D., Director, University of Tennessee, USA, and Center for Medication Therapy Management. Director General Nazarita Tacandong of the Food and Drug Administration, Dr. Syed Azhar Syed Sulaiman, President of Asian Conference on Clinical Pharmacy, and Dean of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University Sains Malaysia, Dr. Klara Tisocki, Drug Regulation Consultant of the European Commission, and Dean Ryan Pekson of College of Pharmacy, Adamson University also attended and graced the convention as its plenary speakers.

Four plenary sessions of the event gave enlightenment to the event’s theme that aimed to reach the standards of the global demands. Those were the topics “Raising Pharmacy Education to Global Standards”, “Raising Pharmaceutical Industry Standards”, “Raising Standards of HealthCare Delivery”, and a panel discussion on “Raising Standards of Pharmacy Services”.

For more information, do contact the telefax numbers at 02-7344820 and 02-3130850, or the e-mail address at philpharm@surfshop.net.ph and ppha_org@yahoo.com.ph.