Isabela State University–Roxas Campus received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. 02 (DA RFO No. 02) Bureau of Plant Industry in recognition of its commitment and successful compliance with the Philippine National Standards (PNS) for Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for Rice and White Corn. This achievement led to the attainment of Philippine Good Agricultural Practices (PhilGAP) certification, demonstrating the university’s dedication to promoting safe, sustainable, and responsible agricultural production.
The recognition was presented on October 21, 2026, during the Philippine Good Agricultural Practices (PhilGAP) Information Caravan 2026, held at the DA-Cagayan Valley Research Center in San Felipe, City of Ilagan, Isabela. The event carried the theme, “Our Food, Our Responsibility: Rooted in Safety, Primed for the World: Scaling PhilGAP Certified Produce for Global Trade.”
The award highlights ISU–Roxas Campus’s continuing efforts to uphold agricultural standards, ensure food safety, and strengthen sustainable farming initiatives. It also reflects the institution’s commitment to advancing agricultural education and development while promoting responsible farming practices that benefit both the community and the environment.
This achievement supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2: Zero Hunger, through the promotion of safe and sustainable food production; SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, by encouraging responsible agricultural practices; and SDG 15: Life on Land, through farming approaches that contribute to environmental sustainability and the responsible management of land resources.
Furthermore, the recognition reinforces the university’s SmartGreenUniversity initiative, which promotes sustainability, environmental responsibility, and the integration of sustainable practices into campus programs and agricultural activities. By upholding PhilGAP standards, ISU–Roxas demonstrates how agricultural education, research, and practical farming initiatives can contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
This recognition inspires the university to continuously improve its agricultural programs, strengthen its commitment to food safety and environmental stewardship, and uphold excellence in agricultural education and community development. Through this achievement, ISU–Roxas Campus reaffirms its role in advancing sustainable agriculture in support of local communities and national development