DOST, University of Antique Holds Industry Benchmarking Activity to Strengthen Muscovado Production

San Jose, Antique – The muscovado industry in Antique is getting a technological boost with a benchmarking visit to Capiz Sugar Central. With the Department of Science and Technology-Antique (DOST Antique), in partnership with the University of Antique (UA)-Hamtic Campus, the visit was held in support of the implementation of its Grants-in-Aid (GIA) project on optimizing sugarcane juice extraction for muscovado milling in Antique.

Led by DOST Antique Provincial Science and Technology Director Engr. Eleazer Salvador T. Moscoso, the activity aimed to familiarize the project team with established sugar milling systems and operational standards that may be adapted to muscovado production in Antique. The visit provided participants with in-depth knowledge of the sugar milling process, particularly the technical procedures involved in sugarcane juice extraction.

During the visit, Ms. Almira G. Rey, Operations Manager of Capiz Sugar Central, Inc., discussed key aspects of milling operations, including process flow, equipment utilization, and quality control measures. The technical discussions enabled the team to identify best practices and operational standards that promote operational efficiency, ensure product consistency, and support compliance with industry requirements. These considerations are essential in strengthening community-level muscovado processing.

Project Leader and UA–Hamtic Campus Director Glenda Mabaquiao highlighted the value of industry exposure in bridging academic knowledge and practical application. Ms. Mabaquiao noted that the insights gained from the benchmarking activity will help guide project implementation, instructional support, and future capacity-building initiatives for muscovado stakeholders in the province.

The knowledge and best practices gathered from the activity are expected to inform technology interventions, improve processing standards, and contribute to the sustainable development of the muscovado industry in Antique. Through these initiatives, DOST Antique continues to champion science, technology and innovation to support local industries. (RJROrquejo/DOST Antique)

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