𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑹𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒍𝒆𝒔 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒔 𝑬𝒙𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑴𝒆𝒆𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝑺𝒚𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒍 𝑮𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒐𝒍𝒖𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔

President Edgardo H. Rosales led an executive meeting with Syntegral Global Solutions on February 7, 2025, at the Conference Hall, 3rd floor of the I.T. Building, Pagadian City Extension Campus. The discussion centered on finalizing the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for a 10-hectare lot in Sinonok, Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur, which will serve as a collaborative agricultural initiative site.

Attending the meeting were key officials from JHCSC, including Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Vilma C. Grengia, Vice President for Administration and Finance Mr. Wilfredo M. Barnido, Jr., and PDO Director Dr. Cleofe A. Baterna, Jr. Also present were Atty. Esther Marie S. Ringon, Legal Officer; Prof. Ricky A. Egos, Extension Director; Dr. Moises Glenn G. Tangalin, Dumingag Campus Director, Atty. Princess Inclan, Legal Officer, and Dr. Rosanilio Yagos, BSES and MSERM Chairperson. Representing Syntegral Global Solutions were CEO Mr. Brian K. Thomas, Executive Assistant Ms. Armeena Red, General Manager Mr. Edwin Palomique, Construction Project Manager Mr. Jonnie Noynay, and Agricultural Engineer Mr. Joel Sadol.

The MOA outlines a strategic partnership focused on agricultural research, education, and community development. The collaboration aims to strengthen JHCSC’s research capabilities while offering specialized training and resources for students and local farmers. By integrating advanced agricultural techniques, the initiative seeks to enhance food production, improve sustainability, and generate economic benefits for the community.

With this partnership, the project is expected to boost local agriculture, create employment opportunities, and provide students with hands-on learning experiences in modern farming. Furthermore, it reinforces JHCSC’s commitment to technological integration in agriculture, aligning with Syntegral Global Solutions’ mission to promote sustainable development and economic growth. President Rosales expressed optimism about the collaboration, highlighting its potential to bring long-term benefits to the institution and the region.