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DEBESMSCAT Seals Tripartite Partnership with DA-PhilRice and Baclay Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Cooperative (BARBC)

The Dr. Emilio B. Espinosa, Sr. Memorial State College of Agriculture and Technology (DEBESMSCAT) sealed a tripartite Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on July 13, 2026, establishing a partnership to implement the Rice Business Innovations System (RiceBIS) 2.0 program in Milagros, Masbate, with the DA-Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice-Bicol) and the Baclay Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Cooperative (BARBC).

Representing the college on behalf of SUC President III, Dr. Arnel B. Millesca, is Dr. Rodolfo B. Burac, Jr., Vice President for Research, Extension, and Innovation. The objective of this partnership is to increase the income of farmer-recipients by 50% through the development of profitable, sustainable agroenterprises, improved value chain efficiency, and the enhancement of entrepreneurial skills.

DEBESMSCAT will serve as an economic catalyst for organizational management, training, and marketing strategy, and acts as a co-implementer, providing technical assistance in agribusiness, food processing, and cooperative governance. DA-PhilRice Bicol provides overall program leadership, conducts capacity assessments, and performs program monitoring and evaluation.

Meanwhile, BARBC ensures member participation in managing daily production and enterprise activities, and maintains records to ensure economies of scale and market success. The agreement is effective upon signing and remains valid until December 31, 2028. A six-month transition period will follow the program’s conclusion, during which the parties will finalize the turnover of protocols and technical support.

This partnership reflects the commitment of DEBESMSCAT to uplifting the lives of its community in Masbate, establishing its presence and role in shaping future projects and championing Masbateño lives.

Message from the President

Ladies and gentlemen,

As the newly-installed SUC President of DEBESMSCAT, I am truly humbled and honored to assume this role. It is my goal in my 4-year term to share with you my vision and advocacy, which centers around the power of unity and collaboration, embodied by the acronym TEAM: Together Everyone Achieves More.

Leadership, to me, is not about commanding from the top or solely relying on individual brilliance. It is about recognizing the immense potential within each member of our institution and harnessing that collective strength to achieve remarkable things. True leadership requires humility, the ability to listen,…Read more »

#TogetherEveryoneAchievesMore

Dr. Arnel B. Millesca SUC III President

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Message from the President

Ladies and gentlemen,

As the newly-installed SUC President of DEBESMSCAT, I am truly humbled and honored to assume this role. It is my goal in my 4-year term to share with you my vision and advocacy, which centers around the power of unity and collaboration, embodied by the acronym TEAM: Together Everyone Achieves More.

Leadership, to me, is not about commanding from the top or solely relying on individual brilliance. It is about recognizing the immense potential within each member of our institution and harnessing that collective strength to achieve remarkable things. True leadership requires humility, the ability to listen, learn, and empower others.

As we embark on this journey together, my aim is to cultivate an environment where every member of DEBESMSCAT feels valued, respected, and inspired to contribute their best. Together, we can achieve more than any one person could on their own.

I firmly believe that by fostering a culture of teamwork, we can overcome challenges, spark innovation, and bring about transformative change. Each of us possesses unique talents and perspectives that, when combined, form a powerful force for progress. By embracing diversity, encouraging collaboration, and fostering open communication, we can create a vibrant community that thrives on shared achievements.

Furthermore, leadership with humility is at the core of my approach. I understand that my role as President is not one of authority, but rather one of service. I am here to support and uplift every member of the DEBESMSCAT family, working hand in hand to cultivate an environment that promotes personal growth, academic excellence, and holistic development.

In the spirit of humility, I am committed to listening to your ideas, concerns, and aspirations. Your voices matter, and I encourage each of you to actively engage in shaping our shared future. Together, we can explore new horizons, seize opportunities, and tackle the challenges that lie ahead.

Let us build bridges, not barriers. Let us strive for collaboration, not competition. Let us remember that the strength of our institution lies in the dedication, talent, and unity of its members.

I am excited about the possibilities that lie ahead for DEBESMSCAT. Together, we will create a legacy of academic excellence, community engagement, and positive impact. With TEAM as our guiding principle and leadership with humility as our compass, I am confident that we will achieve great things.

Thank you for entrusting me with this responsibility. Let us embark on this journey together, knowing that Together Everyone Achieves More.

Thank you.

#TogetherEveryoneAchievesMore

Dr. Arnel B. Millesca SUC President III

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VISION

By 2050, DEBESMSCAT is a premier university that is globally focused, nationally recognized, and committed to the transformation of Masbate.

MISSION

1. Provide quality education, research, extension and production with accessible, data-driven, and internationalized quality service;

2. Produce academically and skills-prepared, values oriented and leadership-honed graduates that are lifelong learners and global market-ready;

3. Establish Centers of Development and Center of Excellence for all the flagship programs of the institution; and

4. Ensure partnership with multi-sectoral local, national and international institutions for academic research, production and community-based Collaboration.

Core Values (RODEO)

RESILIENCE
OPTIMISM
DEDICATION
EXCELLENCE, and
OBEISANCE

QUALITY POLICY

DEBESMSCAT commits to sustain excellent service delivery in instruction, research, extension and production to satisfy quality standards, legal and clientele requirements, and continual improvement of the Quality Management System.

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