CASL

About Us

In 2001, the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agricultural Research released a P 5M institutional grant to VSU. The grant was used to upgrade the facilities of the Analytical Services Laboratory (ASL) of PhilRootcrops, particularly for the purchase of vital laboratory equipment such as atomic absorption spectrometer, gas chromatograph, water analyzer, protein digestion system, and a fume hood. ASL was then converted into the Central Analytical Services Laboratory (CASL), now one of the central support services units for RD and E attached to the Office of the Director of Research and Extension Programs Office of VSU. It formally started its operation in June 2002. CASL now occupies the entire second level of the west wing of the PhilRootcrops complex.

CASL facilities are envisioned to provide reliable analytical services to researchers, technicians, entrepreneurs, farmers, local government units and other interested individuals of the Visayas and CARAGA regions.

Capabilities of the Laboratory

a. Instrumentation

Major pieces of equipment include an atomic absorption spectrometer, gas chromatograph, UV-VIS spectrophotometer, water analyzer, balances, protein digestion system, fat extractor, centrifuge, pH meter, drying ovens, muffle furnace, steam distillation units and other assorted supporting laboratory equipment.

b. Capability

The laboratory is a university approved service center providing routine and special analyses for a variety of sample matrices such as soil, soil extracts, plant tissue, plant tissue extracts, water, compost, and organic materials.

c. Quality Control

To ensure the accuracy and precision of results, CASL follows quality control/quality assurance guidelines. Check and reference samples are used daily to maintain a quality control for soil and plant samples.

Equipments

Laboratory Staff

Cynthia Dolores V. Godoy, M.S.
Lab-in-charge/Chemist
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Juvylyn R. Glory
Science Research Assistant
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Angelica C. Asoy
Science Research Assistant
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	PROF. MARLON M. TAMBIS Director
	PhilRootcrops, VSU,Visca, Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines 6521-A
	Telephone / Fax No.: +63 (053)563-7229 Trunkline: +63 (053) 565 0600 local 1063
	Facebook: PHILROOTCROPS \|
	Email: marlon.tambis@vsu.edu.ph \| philrootcrops@vsu.edu.ph
	For queries, comments, and suggestions, kindly email us.

Crop Improvement

Improving yields through improved varieties, control and prevention of pest and diseases, and science-based farming techniques.

Food or processing, whatever you intend to use your crop for, we have the right variety for you to select.

From planting to harvesting, we have the right technologies to help you attain the highest possible yields.

Whether it’s pests or diseases, we can help you control and eliminate them in the field for a good harvest.

Post Production

Increasing value through handling and processing techniques to increase your income

From snacks to desert, we can help you make healthy and tasty food products from your root crops.

Animal Feeds

Because animals also need healthy food, we have developed animal feed formulations from root crops.

Improve quality and ensure good revenue through our postharvest technologies from root crops.

Engineering Innovation

Maximizing production through practical and easy to use farming implements and equipment.

Add efficiency to your farm by employing our production tools and equipment designed specifically for root crops.

Get more and get better quality products from your produce with our machineries and equipment for root crop processing.

Drone/Aerial Imaging

Capturing aerial images taking photographs and mapping on an area for research and experimental uses for decision making.

Social Science and Extension

Responsive and needs-based capacity building and support for industry development

From production, pest management, to processing, we have the right capacity building programs to help you grow.

We have the experts to respond to your needs, whatever they are. And we can get them to you, wherever you are.

Our demonstrations help you stay ahead by giving you the latest and the best technologies we have.

Product Sales and Promotions

Got products? We can help you get them sold by showcasing your products and connecting you to potential customers.

Laboratory Analysis

Evidence-based support for farming interventions and decision-making.

Get your basis covered. Let us test your samples and give you the data you want, whether you’re getting your farm ready or doing research.

About PhilRootcrops

The Philippine Root Crop Research and Training Center (PhilRootcrops) is a government research, development and training institution for root and tuber crops: cassava, sweetpotato, taro, yam, yambean, arrowroot and other rootcrops.

Vision, Mission & Goal

Vision

Creating wealth, enhancing health, improving lives through roots and tubers

Mission

To provide the national leadership in formulating and implementing strategic root crop research and development programs that can reduce poverty and food insecurity

Goal

To generate and promote root crop innovations and information that can improve the lives of stakeholders along the root crop value chain.

Updates

Contact Information

PROF. MARLON M. TAMBIS

Director

PhilRootcrops, VSU,Visca, Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines 6521-A

Telephone / Fax No.: +63 (053)563-7229 Trunkline: +63 (053) 565 0600 local 1063

Facebook: PHILROOTCROPS |

Email: marlon.tambis@vsu.edu.ph | philrootcrops@vsu.edu.ph

For queries, comments, and suggestions, kindly email us.

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