Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corporation (Pilmico) entered a collaborative endeavor with Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing last October 5, 2023. The MoU signing, attended by various public and private institutions, was held in the UFC Conference Room of PSAU.
Their partnership aims to help advance the agricultural sector through possible collaborations in future research and development projects, agri-industry exposure, and technological improvements.
With this, we find ourselves on the brink of an era of transformation, where the collaboration between academia, business, and local agencies will pave the way for innovative projects, pioneering research, and a brighter future for our beloved nation.
Norie Bermudez, Pilmico Chief Operations Officer and Country Director for Agribusiness, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership with PSAU, “At Pilmico, we have always held the belief that our commitment to agriculture goes beyond the boundaries of business. It extends to a larger vision of nurturing the next generation of public servants, farmers, agriculture entrepreneurs, and doctors who will lead us toward a sustainable and prosperous future. Through this MOU, we pledge our unwavering support. Together, we will cultivate an environment where innovation flourishes, knowledge is shared, and dreams are realized.”
Through this MOU, Pilmico aims to contribute to developing future agricultural professionals by sharing their knowledge and expertise in the field.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is collaboration between academia, business, and local agencies important in advancing Philippine agriculture?
The partnership reflects a broader understanding that transforming the agricultural sector requires a multi-stakeholder approach. By combining university research capacity, government partnerships, and the practical expertise of agribusiness companies, collaborative frameworks like this MoU can accelerate innovation and create sustainable improvements in farming productivity and food security.
What formal agreement did Pilmico and Pampanga State Agricultural University sign, and when?
Pilmico Animal Nutrition Corporation and Pampanga State Agricultural University (PSAU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on October 5, 2023 at the UFC Conference Room of PSAU. The signing was attended by representatives from various public and private institutions and formalized a collaborative framework between the two organizations.
What areas of collaboration are covered under the MoU between Pilmico and PSAU?
The partnership is designed to advance the agricultural sector through possible joint research and development projects, agri-industry exposure opportunities for students, and technological improvements to farming practices. The MoU positions both parties as contributors to knowledge-sharing and innovation within Philippine agriculture.
How does this partnership support the development of future agricultural professionals?
By linking the university’s academic resources with Pilmico’s industry expertise, the MoU creates pathways for students to gain real-world exposure to agribusiness operations. Pilmico views the partnership as a vehicle for nurturing the next generation of farmers, entrepreneurs, public servants, and veterinarians who will shape the future of Philippine agriculture.
What was Pilmico COO Norie Bermudez’s vision for the partnership with PSAU?
Bermudez emphasized that Pilmico’s commitment to agriculture extends beyond business and into community development. She described the MoU as a pledge to support an environment where innovation flourishes, knowledge is shared, and the dreams of future agricultural professionals can be realized with institutional backing from both the private sector and academia.
