The Department of Agriculture-MIMAROPA conducted an agriculture drone flight demonstration among MinSU agriculture students on October 13, 2026, introducing them to the use of modern technology in farming.
The initiative was facilitated by Dr. Enya Marie D. Apostol, University President, in collaboration with DA-MIMAROPA, led by Atty. Christopher R. Bañas, Regional Director, to support the integration of modern agricultural technologies into MinSU’s academic and practical training.
The activity aims to help the students understand how technology can support modern farming practices and prepare them for the evolving demands of the agriculture sector, focusing on precision farming and aerial seeding and fertilizing.
Engr. Randy A. Joco, Director for Innovation, and Mr. Walter Jatico, faculty member of the College of Agriculture and Allied Fields (CAAF), took the controls for the practice flight, with assistance from Mr. Meynard Alcobera, Science Research Specialist II of DA-MIMAROPA.
A student who witnessed the demonstration noted that agricultural drones represent a significant advancement from traditional farming methods that rely heavily on manual labor. (kpic)
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