| Abbreviation | PhilSAN |
|---|---|
| Founded | June 28, 1988 |
| Founded at | Makati, Philippines |
| Type | Professional Association |
| Location |
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President | Rommel Sulabo |
Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionists, abbreviated as PhilSAN, is a Philippine professional organization established in Makati, Philippines on June 28, 1988. It is the only professional animal nutritionists organization in the Philippines.[1] The organization is generally involved with local and international animal food production.[2][3]
History edit
PhilSAN was informally organized by a small group of Filipino animal nutritionists in January 1988 and was initially conceived to be a regular gathering of animal nutritionists in an informal "breakfast club" setting. The gatherings were intended to be a venue for practicing animal nutritionists to share their experiences and expertise within the group. After several meetings, the scope of the organization was broadened and a constitution and by-laws were unanimously approved on June 28, 1988, formally organizing PhilSAN.[1] Since then, the organization holds monthly general meetings for the members and an annual conventions for members and non-members.[4]
PhilSAN Feed Reference Standards edit
In 1990, PhilSAN had published a book entitled "PhilSAN Feed Reference Standards" which, as of 2019, is in its 4th edition. The book contains 11 chapters focused primarily on animal feeding and nutrition for food production under local conditions. Commodities covered includes swine, chickens, ducks, fish, and ruminants.[1][5]
Social Responsibility edit
The organization has a scholarship program for qualified Animal Science major students of the University of the Philippines Los Baños. The organization also holds several outreach programs such as information sharing seminars for farmers, local government officials, feed millers, and students. Visits to senior home care facility Home for the Aged at Malolos, Bulacan had also been held.[1]
Conventions edit
Since 1988, the organization holds an annual convention every October, each with different themes related to animal food production. Topics are discussed by expert local and international resource speakers. The convention is open for non-members with some participants coming from different sectors.
- 28th Annual Convention on October 8, 2015, at Marriot Hotel, Manila, Philippines.[6]
- 30th Annual Convention on October 5, 2017, at Conrad Manila, Manila, Philippines.[7]
- 31st Annual Convention on October 3, 2018, at Baguio City, Philippines.[8]
See also edit
References edit
- ^ a b c d Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionists (2010). PhilSAN Feed Reference Standards. Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionists. ISBN 978-971-8771-04-4.
- ^ "THE PHILIPPINES SOCIETY OF ANIMAL NUTRITIONISTS (PHILSAN) THANKS ADISSEO PHILIPPINES FOR YEARS OF UNWAVERING SUPPORT!". 2018-10-29.
- ^ "Philsan run slated Sept. 16".
- ^ "Walcom demonstrate support to the Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionist (PhilSAN)". www.walcomgroup.com. Retrieved 2020-02-26.
- ^ "DOST Union Catalog".
- ^ "Message of President Aquino to the Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionists".
- ^ "October 2017 Lab News".
- ^ "Orffa congratulates PHILSAN (Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionists) for its successful convention held last October 3, 2018 in Baguio City with the theme, "Advancements in Animal Nutrition for Safe and Sustainable Food Production"". 2018-10-08.
Category:Professional associations based in the Philippines Category:1988 establishments in the Philippines