CatSU gets DA validation team nod for LEED project
AdministrationThe Department of Agriculture – Regional Field Office 5 (DA-RFO 5), through its validation team led by Regional Livestock and Poultry Program Coordinator Marianito A. Tesorero, conducted a site validation on June 18, 2025, at Catanduanes State University (CatSU) Main Campus for the proposed Livestock Economic Enterprise Development (LEED) Project. The team was formally welcomed by CatSU Officer-in-Charge Dr. Roberto B. Barba. The delegation included Maria Gracia E. Postigo, Farm Supervisor and APCO-Albay Technical Staff; Herbal De Leon, Farm Supervisor; and staff from the Regional Agricultural Engineering Division. After the inspection, Mr. Tesorero issued a summary of recommendations endorsing CatSU for the LEED Project, which covers livestock initiatives such as goat, honeybee, and layer chicken production, along with support for essential equipment including feed mills, incubators, and pelletizers. The endorsement was confirmed and signed by CatSU Farm Manager Eddie S. Millon, with support from Dr. John Joseph M. Camu, University Veterinarian; Aileen S. Llandelar, Project Coordinator; Planning Officer III Ar. Mae Lizza D. Bublo; and other university personnel who assisted during the visit. The team conducted a comprehensive inspection of the university’s livestock and poultry facilities. Another validation is scheduled at CatSU Panganiban Campus on June 19 to assess the proposed site for the swine production package under the LEED program.
