CSU faculty, CCAARRD recognized for outstanding leadership, social media management

Raquel M. Balanay, PhD, Professor VI and a recognized leader in advancing innovative agricultural, aquatic, and natural research in the region, was honored with the Outstanding Leadership Award from the DOST-Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCAARRD) on November 8, 2024, at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City.

Dr. Balanay is the director of the Caraga Consortium for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (CCAARRD). During the 52nd Founding Anniversary of PCCAARRD, where the awarding took place, the regional consortium also obtained the Excellence in Social Media Engagement Award for effectively disseminating research and development outputs on social media to stakeholders and its intended audience. 

Caraga State University, headed by University President Rolyn C. Daguil, PhD., was also acknowledged for its commitment as an active consortium member, strengthening the CCAARRD’s initiatives.

With the said recognitions, CCAARRD reaffirms its commitment to enhancing agriculture, aquatic, and natural resources through research, development, and active engagement with the community, ensuring meaningful impacts in the region and beyond. | via Romel Bansag, CCAARRD/PICO