DA-BAR recently marked an important milestone with the inauguration of the Technology Commercialization Center at DA-Cagayan Valley-Research Division in San Gabriel, Tuguegarao City on 8 May 2023.
Under the leadership of newly reappointed director Junel B. Soriano, the bureau aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the agricultural sector. The facility was established through funding support from DA-BAR and in collaboration with the Agri-based Developed Processed Products Technology Business Incubator of DA-Cagayan Valley. Its primary objective is to expedite the journey of interested stakeholders and agripreneurs, providing them with the necessary resources and expertise to transform their ideas into commercially successful ventures.
One of the center's key roles is to showcase and exhibit all mature technologies developed by DA-Cagayan Valley. This dedicated space serves as a hub for commercializing the region’s intellectual property, enabling efficient knowledge transfer and bridging the gap between research and development activities and the market.
By offering essential services and resources, the Technology Commercialization Center aspires to support innovators, entrepreneurs, and businesses throughout the process of bringing their groundbreaking ideas to the marketplace. The center will facilitate networking, provide guidance, and nurture collaboration to ensure the success of agri-based ventures.
In addition to its role in technology commercialization, the building will also serve as a base for Cagayan and Tuguegarao operations, enhancing accessibility and expanding outreach to potential incubatees.
With the establishment of this center, DA-BAR reaffirmed its commitment to drive agricultural innovation and economic growth in the Cagayan Valley region. By creating an ecosystem that fosters collaboration and entrepreneurship, the bureau and its partners aim to propel the agriculture sector forward, ushering in a new era of sustainable and profitable agri-based businesses.