QCU Hosts Pistang Ani 2025, Showcases Urban Agriculture as a Living Laboratory for Food Security
QUEZON CITY, Philippines – Quezon City University (QCU), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Training Institute (DA-ATI), successfully hosted Pistang Ani 2025 from June 28 to 30 at the QCU Triangle campus, bringing together advocates of urban agriculture, agri-innovation, and sustainable food systems.
The three-day event served as a platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and community engagement through the ATI Urban Marketplace and Urban Agritech Expo. Community farms, urban agriculture organizations, and QCU’s Center for Urban Agriculture and Innovation (CUAI) participated in activities designed to promote food security and sustainability.
The ceremonial opening was led by QCU President Dr. Theresita V. Atienza, together with DA-ATI officials Director Antonieta J. Arceoand Ms. Sherrie C. Dreje. During the opening program, Dr. Atienza emphasized the critical role of occupational health and safety in urban farming.
While recognizing urban agriculture as a tool for sustainability and community empowerment, Dr. Atienza stressed that practitioners must also be protected from workplace risks, including physical hazards and occupational diseases.
“Hindi lang ang tanim ang kailangang alagaan, pati ang katawan ng magsasaka,” Dr. Atienza reminded participants, highlighting the importance of safe practices, adequate protective equipment, and continuous safety awareness among urban agriculture practitioners.
The event reinforced QCU’s commitment to advancing urban agriculture as a practical solution to food insecurity while promoting sustainable and resilient communities.
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