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DOST-PTRI Leads Basic Handloom Weaving Training Initiative in Talisay City
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), in collaboration with the office of former Congressman Jose Francisco “Kiko” Bantug Benitez, now the 15th Director General of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), recently conducted a Basic Handloom Weaving training program for 17 constituents from various barangays in Talisay City. The initiative aims to broaden the community's knowledge in textile arts and provide additional income opportunities through handloom weaving.
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DOST-PTRI Boosts Cagayan's Textile Industry Through NatDye Training Workshop
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), in collaboration with the Provincial Science and Technology Office-Cagayan and the Local Government Unit of Claveria, conducted a training workshop focused on Natural Dye Extraction and Synthetic Dyeing Techniques for Cellulosic Fibers. This training held at Claveria, Cagayan from October 15-17, 2024, aimed to enhance the skills of local farmers and handicraft weavers, enabling them to improve the quality and marketability of their abaca fiber products.
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DOST-PTRI Joins Guinness World Record Attempt for Most People Planting Bamboo Simultaneously
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) participated in a massive bamboo planting event on October 17, 2024, as part of the “KAWAYANIHAN: A Circular Economy Movement.” Organized by DOST Region 10, the initiative aims to set a Guinness World Record (GWR) for the "Most People Planting Bamboo Simultaneously" across multiple venues in Mindanao, while also raising awareness on bamboo’s role in promoting circular economy, climate resilience, and sustainability.
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DOST-PTRI Advocates for Bamboo's Role in Circular Economy at KAWAYANIHAN Press Conference
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) participated in the "KAWAYANIHAN: A Circular Economy Movement" press conference today, held at the Ayala Malls Centrio Activity Center, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental. The event, organized by DOST Region 10, focused on the potential of bamboo to promote a circular economy, enhance climate resilience, and foster sustainability in the region.
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DOST-PTRI Features KAWAYARN: Bamboo Textiles PH in KAWAYANIHAN Event in Cagayan de Oro
By: John Nikko V. Espiritu
Technology Transfer, Information, and Promotion Staff
The Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI) showcased its commitment to advancing the bamboo industry at the KAWAYANIHAN: A Circular Economy Movement event, held at the Ayala Malls Centrio Activity Center, Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental. This initiative, organized by DOST Region 10 on October 17, 2024, highlights bamboo's role in promoting sustainability and environmental resilience.
