On September 10, 2024, the Central Mindanao University (CMU) Bamboo Technical Team, led by Mr. Rico A. Marin, Professor VI, visited the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI). This visit was part of their ongoing collaboration on the project, "Quality Assessment of Bamboo Fibers from Two Economically Important Bamboo Species for Textile Applications."  

During the meeting, both Teams discussed project updates and coordinated future activities, emphasizing the potential of bamboo fibers for textile applications in the Philippines. DOST-PTRI's Bamboo Team shared the latest developments in fiber treatment and yarn production processes, giving the CMU team a comprehensive overview of the ongoing work.  

Following this, the CMU team toured the Innovation Center for Yarns and Textiles (ICYT), where they observed a live demonstration of yarn production using blended bamboo fibers. The visit concluded with a hands-on workshop on bamboo textile fiber preparation, providing CMU valuable insights for their future research and analysis. 

The Bamboo Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (BTFIH) Bukidnon is set to be inaugurated this year at Central Mindanao University.