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08/06/2026

📢 “Sharmaine, Melanie, and Vanessa… which researcher are you?” 👀📄

Sharmaine is surprised.
Melanie is already preparing.
Vanessa is relaxed because there’s still plenty of time. 😄

The USTP Claveria Research Office is pleased to announce an Early Call for Concept Papers for the FY 2027 Institutionally-Funded Research Projects.

We are encouraging faculty members and research personnel to start developing their research ideas, building collaborations, and refining project concepts ahead of the official submission period. Taking the first steps early provides more time to strengthen proposals and ensure that promising ideas are translated into impactful research projects.

Whether your concept is still on paper or already taking shape, now is the perfect time to start preparing.

📌 The official submission timeline will be released soon.

For now, be like Melanie: “We have time to get our concepts ready!” 😉

08/06/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗
Publisher: Springer Nature
Indexing: Scopus

Circular Economy Approach in the Utilization of Hevea brasiliensis Seed-derived Activated Carbon for Aniline Yellow Dye Adsorption

𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹:
Circular Economy and Sustainability

𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿/𝘀:
Ralph Joshua B. Onipa, Christopher N. Mapalo, John Bert T. Dimalanta, Mike Clydegil A. Laurie, Val Irvin F. Mabayo, & Efren A. Pagalan Jr.

𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁:
Aniline yellow dye (AYD) is a toxic azo compound whose persistence in aquatic environments poses significant ecological and carcinogenic risks to human health, underscoring the need for treatment methods that are both efficient and environmentally sustainable. This study evaluates the adsorption performance of activated carbon derived from rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) seed shells, an agricultural byproduct whose conversion into an adsorbent represents a circular-economy approach that transforms waste into value-added resources for wastewater remediation. The adsorbent was characterized using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy to identify functional groups that contribute to AYD binding, and the optimization of operating variables, such as initial dye concentration, adsorbent dosage, and contact time, was carried out using the Central Composite Design within the Response Surface Methodology framework. The optimum conditions obtained from the model were an initial dye concentration of 30.4 mg/L, an adsorbent dose of 1.05 g, and a contact time of 45 min, which produced a removal efficiency of 96.46 ± 0.78%. Statistical analysis confirmed the model’s significance with a coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.9547, indicating that the selected variables adequately describe the system. The Langmuir isotherm model provided the best fit to the equilibrium adsorption data, indicating monolayer adsorption on a homogeneous surface, while the kinetic analysis showed that the pseudo-second-order model best described the adsorption mechanism, suggesting that chemisorption governs the rate-limiting step. The Langmuir-derived maximum adsorption capacity (qmax) of 13.7152 ± 5.9355 mg/g, with a Langmuir affinity constant (KL) of 0.0668 ± 0.0358 L/mg (R² = 0.9670), confirms monolayer adsorption on a homogeneous surface and demonstrates the potential of rubber seed shell-derived activated carbon as a low-cost, sustainable adsorbent for dye-contaminated wastewater. These findings demonstrate the potential of this waste-derived material to support circular economy practices in water treatment, and future investigations should explore its regeneration capacity, performance in real industrial effluents, and applicability to the removal of other classes of dyes.

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https://doi.org/10.1007/s43615-026-01008-9

SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
Promotes sustainable and efficient wastewater treatment technologies for improving water quality.
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Advances innovative approaches in environmental engineering through the development of waste-derived adsorbent materials.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Supports circular economy principles by transforming agricultural waste into value-added resources for environmental remediation.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Encourages sustainable waste management practices that contribute to resource efficiency and environmental protection.

03/06/2026

𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗣 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶-𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿, 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗔𝗡𝗥 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿

On June 2, 2026, the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) Claveria, through the UP Mindanao GAD Laboratory in the AANR Sector, successfully conducted the "Integrating Gender, Climate Risk Management Communication, and Policy Development in the Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (AANR) Sector" Mini-Workshop at the CLE Function Hall.

The activity was conducted following the formal signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between USTP Claveria and UP Mindanao GAD Laboratory in the AANR Sector, marking an important milestone in strengthening collaboration for gender-responsive and inclusive development in the AANR sector.

The workshop gathered faculty and staff researchers, research personnel, extension personnel, and stakeholders to strengthen their understanding of gender-responsive and climate-resilient approaches in the AANR sector. The workshop featured discussions on gender mainstreaming in agricultural commodities such as cacao and coffee, as well as effective climate risk management communication strategies for communities and institutions.

Facilitated by Ms. Mitchiko A. Lopez, Project Leader of the GAD Laboratory in the AANR Sector, and Prof. Karen Joyce G. Cayamanda of UP Mindanao, participants engaged in collaborative workshop activities that examined gender issues, identified data gaps, and explored policy entry points for more inclusive and evidence-based programs and initiatives.

Through group discussions and policy-framing exercises, participants developed recommendations aimed at enhancing gender-responsive policy development and strengthening the use of sex-disaggregated and gender-related data in research, extension, and decision-making processes. The workshop also highlighted the proposed establishment of a GAD Lab Desk, envisioned as a mechanism for consolidating and utilizing gender-related data to support policy and program development within the AANR sector.

In his closing message, Mr. Glenfford M. Esparcia, GAD Focal Person and Director of the Extension and Community Relations Office, emphasized the importance of collaboration in creating inclusive, data-driven, and climate-responsive policies that address the evolving needs of communities and stakeholders.

The activity concluded with the awarding of certificates and a photo opportunity, marking another step toward advancing gender equality, climate resilience, and sustainable development in the AANR sector.

02/06/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 | 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP) Claveria and the University of the Philippines Mindanao (UP Mindanao) GAD Laboratory in the AANR Sector (GAD Lab in AANR) formally held the Ceremonial Memorandum of Agreement for (MOA) Signing at the CLE Function Hall, USTP Claveria, Claveria, Misamis Oriental, at 9:30 AM.

The ceremony officially commenced with the opening message and rationale of the activity delivered by Dr. Eric Randy R. Politud, Vice Chancellor for Research, Innovation, and Extension of USTP Claveria. This was followed by a message from Ms. Meliza F. Abeleda, OIC of the Socio-Economics Research Division (SERD) of DOST-PCAARRD, delivered virtually.

An inspirational message was then shared by Dr. Renato O. Arazo, Chancellor of USTP Claveria, followed by a virtual message from Dr. Lyre Anni E. Murao, Chancellor of UP Mindanao.
The event culminated in the formal signing of the MOA, marking a significant step toward strengthening collaboration between USTP Claveria and UP Mindanao in advancing Gender and Development (GAD) initiatives and research within the Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources (AANR) sector.

This partnership underscores both institutions' commitment to fostering inclusive, gender-responsive, and impactful research and development programs for the benefit of communities and stakeholders.

01/06/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 (𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦)
Publisher: Science Publications
Indexing: Scopus

Effects of Snail-Based Calcium Supplements on Production Performance and Economic Viability in Laying Poultry: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹:
Journal of World's Poultry Research

𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿/𝘀:
Siony Miranda Cordova, 𝗜𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗮 𝗨𝗹𝗲𝗽 𝗛𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗻, 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼 𝗔𝗹𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗮, 𝗡𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗮 𝗥𝘂𝗯𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗴𝗮, 𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱, & 𝗥𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘆

𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁:
Snail-based calcium may substitute for conventional calcium sources in laying-poultry diets, especially in regions with abundant invasive snails. The effects of snail-based calcium on egg productivity and profitability differ depending on the snail species, processing method, and inclusion level. The present study aimed to estimate the effects of snail-based calcium supplementation on hen-day production and egg weight in laying poultry. Following PRISMA guidelines, nine databases through 2025 were searched for controlled trials comparing snail-derived calcium with conventional sources in laying hens. Out of 825 records, 18 studies met the inclusion criteria after systematic screening for study design, outcome reporting, and variance data. Egg weight and hen-day production were the primary outcomes; economic outcomes were analyzed qualitatively due to limited variance in the data. Using a random-effects model, pooled results indicated that snail-shell calcium significantly reduced egg weight compared to the conventional calcium sources, with no significant effect on hen-day production. Subgroup analysis indicated that quail maintained comparable egg production when fed snail-shell calcium, whereas layer hens experienced a significant decline. Among 26 economic comparisons, 69.2% reported favorable outcomes for snail-based calcium, primarily because lower ingredient costs offset the slight reduction in egg output. Heterogeneity was high for egg weight (I² = 81.6%) and hen-day production (I² = 93.5%). Snail-based calcium can be viable when processed appropriately and used at species-appropriate inclusion levels. Overall, the meta-analytic results suggested that snail-shell calcium can be a practical, cost-effective alternative when properly processed and used at levels suited to the target poultry species.

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https://doi.org/10.36380/jwpr.2026.14

SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
Supports sustainable poultry production and improved food security through alternative feed resources.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Promotes the utilization of locally available and underutilized biological resources as sustainable feed supplements.
SDG 15 – Life on Land
Encourages the productive use of invasive snail species while reducing environmental impacts.
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
Enhances profitability and cost-efficiency in poultry farming, benefiting smallholder producers and agricultural enterprises.

01/06/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 (𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦)
Publisher: Scienceline Publication
Indexing: Scopus

Phytochemical-Mediated Nutrient Effects of Ensiled Cassava and Sweet Potato Leaves on Transient Growth Responses in Broiler Chickens with Low Protein Diets

𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹:
World's Veterinary Journal

𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿/𝘀:
Gilmore Minerva Ramoso Jr., 𝗜𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗮 𝗨𝗹𝗲𝗽 𝗛𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗻, 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻, 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼 𝗔𝗹𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗮, 𝗡𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗮 𝗥𝘂𝗯𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗴𝗮, 𝗘𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱, & 𝗥𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗯𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘆

𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁:
Improving the efficacy of low-protein feeding strategies is important for reducing feed costs and nitrogen emissions in broiler production. The present study aimed to evaluate whether a standard-protein broiler diet can be replaced by a low-protein diet containing 18% crude protein (CP) supplemented with ensiled cassava or sweet potato leaf meal. Ensiled cassava leaf (ECL) at 100 g kg⁻¹, ensiled sweet potato leaf (ESPL) at 100 g kg⁻¹, and ECL-ESPL blends (50 g kg⁻¹) were incorporated into both low-protein (18% CP in starter and grower) and standard-protein diets (22.5% CP in starter and 20% CP in grower). The present study used a 2 × 3 factorial design with 108 broiler chickens from day 1 to day 42. The treatment groups included ECL, ESPL, and a 50:50 blend of both protein levels, with 36 chickens in each group. Chemical analysis indicated that ECL exhibited stronger 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical-scavenging activity (IC50: 33.35 versus 88.08 μg mL⁻¹) and higher total phenolics (21.43 versus 12.34 mg Gallic acid equivalent g⁻¹) compared to the ESPL group, whereas ESPL contained higher flavonoids (12.00 versus 2.86 mg Quercetin equivalent g⁻¹) compared to the ECL group. During the dietary transition phase (days 14–21), broiler chickens subjected to the low-protein diet demonstrated superior average daily gain (51.57 versus 44.91 g) and feed conversion ratio (1.78 versus 2.11) in comparison to those fed the standard-protein diet. However, from day 22 onward, broiler chickens fed the standard-protein diet grew faster than those fed the low-protein diet, resulting in higher final body weight (1,887.89 g versus 1,751.67 g, respectively). Carcass yield, dressing percentage, meat cuts, income over feed and chick cost, and return on investment did not differ among protein levels or silage sources. Overall, an 18% CP diet supplemented with either ECL, ESPL, or the ECL plus ESPL blend can replace a standard-protein diet without adverse impact on carcass yield, dressing percentage, commercial meat cuts, or economic returns, despite a moderate reduction in final body weight. These findings supported the feasibility of using low-protein diets for broiler chickens, incorporating locally available ensiled leaf meals as a cost-effective strategy for smallholder producers.

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https://doi.org/10.54203/scil.2026.wvj8

SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
Supports sustainable livestock production and food security through efficient feeding strategies.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Promotes the utilization of locally available agricultural resources and sustainable feed alternatives.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Contributes to reducing nitrogen emissions and improving environmental sustainability in poultry production.

01/06/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 (𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦)
Publisher: Springer Nature
Indexing: Scopus

Removal of Microcystin-LR Cyanotoxin from Water Using Magnesium Oxide Rice Husk Biochar Composite

𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹:
Journal of Engineering and Applied Science

𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿/𝘀:
Louriejean L. Alfar, Allen Rhay B. Bayantong, & Chiena L. Palconite

𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁:
The widespread occurrence of Microcystin-LR (MC-LR) in freshwater bodies has intensified concerns regarding its impact on drinking water quality and human health. This study developed a magnesium oxide (MgO)-modified rice husk biochar composite as an adsorbent for removing MC-LR from aqueous matrices. The composite was characterized using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), and Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) surface area analysis. A Central Composite Design (CCD) under Response Surface Methodology was employed in Design-Expert 13.0 to optimize operational parameters.
Characterization results confirmed that MgO modification enhanced the porous structure, yielding a hierarchical micro–mesoporous system with a specific surface area of 223.11 m²/g, indicating a substantial number of active adsorption sites. The highest removal efficiency (80.93%) was achieved at an initial MC-LR concentration of 25 ppb, an adsorbent dose of 20 mg, and a contact time of 60 min. The quadratic model demonstrated strong predictive capability (R² = 0.9559), explaining 95.59% of the variability in removal efficiency. Adsorption performance was influenced by the interaction among concentration, adsorbent dosage, and contact time. Increased dosage enhanced removal due to greater availability of binding sites, whereas higher toxin concentrations led to site saturation and a plateau in efficiency.
Overall, the MgO-modified biochar composite exhibited promising potential as an effective and sustainable adsorbent for MC-LR removal in water treatment applications.

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s44147-026-01063-x

SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being
Addresses risks posed by harmful cyanotoxins in drinking water sources.
SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
Promotes innovative and sustainable technologies for improving water quality.
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Advances the development of environmentally sustainable water treatment materials.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Supports agricultural waste valorization through the use of rice husk-derived biochar.

25/05/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗
Water, Air, & Soil Pollution
Publisher: Springer Nature
Indexing: Scopus

Sustainable Synthesis of FeCl3-Modified Pineapple Leaves Activated Carbon and its Adsorptive Efficiency in Pb2+ Removal in Simulated Wastewater

𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿/𝘀:
Glen Mark O. Salvaña, Rica Jane V. Jose, Roy C. Losdoc, Niña Mariz A. Lumindas, Rowena P. Amaba, & Val Irvin F. Mabayo

𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁:
Heavy metal contamination of aquatic systems remains a critical global environmental challenge, with lead (Pb) posing particularly severe risks due to its non-biodegradable nature, high toxicity even at trace concentrations, and tendency to bioaccumulate in living organisms. Despite the availability of various treatment technologies, cost-effective and sustainable methods for Pb removal, particularly those derived from agricultural waste, remain insufficiently explored. This study addresses this gap by developing and optimizing FeCl3-loaded activated carbon derived from pineapple (Ananas comosus) leaves (FeCl3-PLAC) as a sustainable adsorbent for Pb removal from simulated wastewater, wherein FeCl3 was uniquely synthesized from electrostatic precipitator dust collected from a sintering plant, representing a dual-waste valorization strategy. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) identified key functional groups, including hydroxyl, carbonyl, and aromatic moieties, with spectral shifts after adsorption consistent with surface Pb2+ interactions. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) revealed characteristic pore occupation and surface structural changes following adsorption. The effects of initial Pb concentration, adsorbent dose, and contact time were systematically examined and optimized using a central composite design (CCD) under response surface methodology (RSM). Optimal conditions of 25 ppm initial Pb concentration, 0.7 g adsorbent dose, and 30 min contact time achieved a maximum removal efficiency of 99.61%. Adsorption equilibrium data were evaluated using nonlinear fitting against four isotherm models: Langmuir (R2 = 0.975), Freundlich (R2 = 0.976), Temkin (R2 = 0.972), and Dubinin–Radushkevich (R2 = 0.970), with the Freundlich model providing the best overall fit and a heterogeneity parameter n = 1.367 confirming favorable adsorption conditions, and a theoretical maximum Langmuir adsorption capacity of 12.37 mg/g was obtained. Adsorption kinetics were evaluated against four models: pseudo-first-order (PFO, R2 = 0.716), pseudo-second-order (PSO, R2 = 0.984), Elovich (R2 = 0.965), and Weber–Morris intraparticle diffusion (R2 = 0.917). The PSO model provided the best fit, with a non-zero Weber–Morris intercept indicating that intraparticle diffusion contributes to but does not solely govern the adsorption rate. Collectively, these results suggest that Pb2+ uptake by FeCl3-PLAC is governed by a surface-reaction-influenced, heterogeneous adsorption process, with surface complexation involving oxygen-containing functional groups identified by FTIR as the probable primary interaction pathway. FeCl3-PLAC achieved higher removal efficiency than both untreated pineapple leaf carbon (89.70%) and commercial activated carbon (98.64%) under the tested conditions, demonstrating its potential as a low-cost, eco-friendly, and circular-economy-aligned adsorbent for industrial wastewater remediation.

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https://doi.org/10.1007/s11270-026-09602-1

SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
Promotes sustainable wastewater treatment and improved water quality.
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Encourages innovative environmental remediation technologies.
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
Supports waste valorization and circular economy practices.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Advances environmentally sustainable pollution management strategies.

20/05/2026

𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗗 (𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦)
ACS Environmental Au
Publisher: American Chemical Society
Indexing: Scopus

The Hidden Costs of Soil Degradation: Threats to Global Food Security and Planetary Health

𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀:
Peter M. Kopittke, Brigid A. McKenna, Pearl B. Sanchez, 𝗡𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗮 𝗥. 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗴𝗮, Victor B. Asio, Darryl Nelo S. Aguila, 𝗔𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗼 𝗕. 𝗚𝗼𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗝𝗿., Luz G. Asio, Nicola Louise Timbas, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗟. 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗼, Suzette B. Lina, Peng Wang, Enzo Lombi, & Stephen M. Harper

𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁:
Humans use soil to supply 97–99% of their calories, but the unprecedented pressure being placed on soil is now causing rapid soil degradation, including through erosion, loss of soil organic matter, acidification, contamination, salinization, and biodiversity loss. Here, we show how this degradation is causing an inherent decrease in global food production─the loss of soil organic matter, for example, is predicted to cause a 4.3% decrease in yields for staple crops (representing calories for 640 million people) while soil erosion is projected to cause a loss in global crop production of 10% to 2050. While the adverse effects of this degradation on crop yield can often be largely masked or reversed by increased use of anthropogenic inputs such as fertilizer and irrigation, we show that some forms of soil degradation lead to permanent decreases in food production. Regardless, in all cases, we examine how both the soil degradation itself and the additional inputs required thereafter to sustain productivity result in substantial planetary harm, such as through climate change and eutrophication. It is clear that urgent action is required for ensuring both food security and planetary health, including through the development of integrated frameworks for improved policy- and decision-making.

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https://doi.org/10.1021/acsenvironau.6c00058

SDG 2 – Zero Hunger
Highlights the importance of healthy soils in sustaining global food production.
SDG 13 – Climate Action
Addresses the environmental impacts of soil degradation and climate-related risks.
SDG 15 – Life on Land
Promotes soil conservation, biodiversity protection, and sustainable land management.

19/05/2026

𝓗𝓪𝓹𝓹𝔂 𝓑𝓲𝓻𝓽𝓱𝓭𝓪𝔂, 𝓢𝓲𝓻 𝓛𝓸𝓻𝓮𝓶𝓮𝓻 𝓔. 𝓛𝓮𝓬𝓪𝔂𝓪𝓷! 🎉🎂
Warmest birthday greetings to our dedicated Vermicast Facility Custodian, Loremer E. Lecayan!

Your hard work, commitment, and valuable contribution to the Vermicast Facility are truly appreciated. May your special day be filled with happiness, good health, and countless blessings. Wishing you continued success and joy in all that you do.

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USTP Claveria Research Office

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm