UPLB Agricultural Machinery Testing and Evaluation Center - AMTEC

20/08/2026

𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒: The Agricultural Machinery Testing and Evaluation Center (AMTEC) successfully concluded its Midyear 2026 Internship Program, welcoming 34 student interns from eight higher education institutions and one secondary educational institution across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

Beyond developing technical competencies, the program cultivated the values of initiative and integrity—principles that will guide these future engineers, researchers, and agricultural mechanization professionals throughout their careers.

AMTEC thanks its partner institutions, coordinators, supervisors, and student interns for making this year's internship program another meaningful milestone in advancing agricultural mechanization in the Philippines.

Congratulations to all our Midyear 2026 interns! We wish you continued success as you take the next step in your academic and professional journey.

Read the full feature story here: https://amtec.uplb.edu.ph/many-paths-one-purpose-inside-amtecs-midyear-2026-internship-program/

17/08/2026

Following Malacañang's announcement through the Presidential Communications Office, classes in UPLB shall shift to online mode (asynchronous or synchronous) today, 17 August 2026 (Monday).

Units shall adopt appropriate flexible work arrangements.

Stay safe.

05/08/2026

Following the announcement from the Provincial Government of Laguna, classes in UPLB shall shift to online mode (asynchronous or synchronous) tomorrow, 6 August 2026.

Classes with scheduled activities (laboratory work, clinical rotation, etc.) shall coordinate with the faculty-in-charge.

Source: Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

27/07/2026

𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘: AMTEC welcomed the freshmen students of the UPLB Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (BS ABE) today, July 27, 2026, through an educational tour organized by the UP Society of Agricultural Engineering Students (UP SAGES).

The activity aimed to introduce freshmen to the Center and provide an overview of its laboratories, facilities, and services that support research, testing, and innovation in agricultural mechanization.

The tour began with an introduction by Mr. Marc Noel G. Bathan and Engr. Lady Hannah R. Yap. This was followed by a tour of the Sample Analysis Laboratory (SAL), led by Engr. Monaliza G. Monfero and Engr. Primo Jr. III T. Lorzano, with assistance from Engr. Apryl Erika R. Talosig.

Meanwhile, the Instruments Room was presented by Engr. Angelito R. Manumbali, assisted by Engr. Shaira D. Kaharian. The tour concluded at the Agricultural Machinery Testing and Studies (AMaTS) Laboratory, where Engr. Nur B. Damance, Engr. Arnie C. Aningat, and Engr. Aila Marie S. Hipulan introduced the laboratory stations and their functions.

Through activities such as this, the Center continues to promote knowledge sharing and provide students with valuable exposure to agricultural mechanization. More importantly, it hopes to inspire freshmen to develop a deeper appreciation of the field and its vital role in advancing Philippine agriculture.

22/07/2026

📢 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 📢

Starting July 20, 2026, the exterior of the AMTEC Building will undergo cleaning. As a result, the building's front entrance will be temporarily closed for approximately two (2) weeks, or until the operation is complete.

Please be advised that all physical transactions at the Center will continue as usual. However, all personnel, clients, students, and visitors are requested to use the back entrance of the building during this period.

This temporary measure is being implemented to ensure the safety and security of everyone.

We appreciate your understanding as we implement this adjustment.

17/07/2026

𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒: As part of its 49th anniversary celebration, AMTEC successfully conducted AMTEC Career Talk 2026: Ready, Set, Lead! – Talk Sessions on Career Preparation on 10 July 2026 at the IABE Conference Room. The activity provided participants with practical knowledge and valuable insights on career readiness, graphic design and portfolio development, and organizational leadership through engaging discussions led by invited resource speakers from UPLB-HRDO, UPLB-CDC, and UPOU.

The event also welcomed interns from fellow CEAT units, including UPLB-BIOMECH and UPLB-DEE-RAD, as well as AMTEC, UPLB-AMPED, and CEAT personnel. AMTEC extends its sincere gratitude to all the resource speakers, participants, partner units, and staff members whose support and contributions made the event a success.

Read the full story here: https://amtec.uplb.edu.ph/ready-set-lead-amtec-empowers-interns-through-career-preparation-sessions-5/

16/07/2026

⚙️ 🚜 🌾 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚-𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐀𝐌) 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔!

Sustainable agricultural mechanization has an important role to play in improving productivity, strengthening resilience and supporting more sustainable agrifood systems.

Under the theme "Modernize. Scale. Sustain.", APSAM 2026 will bring together policymakers, farmers, youth, researchers, development partners, civil society and the private sector to share knowledge and experiences and strengthen regional cooperation.

The conference will highlight innovative technologies and financing models, while identifying policy, institutional and capacity needs to advance inclusive mechanization solutions. A dedicated exhibition will showcase the latest developments in agricultural mechanization and digitalization, including equipment for small-scale farming, precision agriculture technologies, automation, agri-robotics, and emerging business models adapted to diverse farming systems and landscapes.

Manila, Philippines (Hybrid) 23–26 November 2026

Register today: https://register.apsam2026.com/
Learn more about the conference: https://www.fao.org/.../asia-pacific-conference-on...

⚙️ 🚜 🌾 Registration is now open for the Asia-Pacific Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization (APSAM) 2026!

Sustainable agricultural mechanization has an important role to play in improving productivity, strengthening resilience and supporting more sustainable agrifood systems.

Under the theme "Modernize. Scale. Sustain.", APSAM 2026 will bring together policymakers, farmers, youth, researchers, development partners, civil society and the private sector to share knowledge and experiences and strengthen regional cooperation.

The conference will highlight innovative technologies and financing models, while identifying policy, institutional and capacity needs to advance inclusive mechanization solutions. A dedicated exhibition will showcase the latest developments in agricultural mechanization and digitalization, including equipment for small-scale farming, precision agriculture technologies, automation, agri-robotics, and emerging business models adapted to diverse farming systems and landscapes.

Manila, Philippines (Hybrid) 23–26 November 2026
Register today: https://register.apsam2026.com/

Learn more about the conference: https://www.fao.org/asiapacific/events/events-detail/asia-pacific-conference-on-sustainable-agricultural-mechanization

14/07/2026

𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒: The Agricultural Machinery Testing and Evaluation Center (AMTEC) welcomed representatives from the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. 02 (DA RFO 02), through the Southern Cagayan Research Center (SCRC), on July 2, 2026, for a benchmarking and learning visit last July 2, 2026.

The activity provided an opportunity to share AMTEC's best practices, technical expertise, procurement needs, and operational systems in support of the establishment and full-scale implementation of the SCRC agricultural machinery testing center.

Read the full story here: https://amtec.uplb.edu.ph/amtec-hosts-da-rfo-02-scrc-for-benchmarking-and-learning-visit/

13/07/2026

𝐀𝐌𝐓𝐄𝐂 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒: AMTEC continues to strengthen its international partnerships in advancing sustainable agricultural mechanization. Through strategic engagements with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Philippine Embassy in Rome, Italy, and participation in international academic and research activities, AMTEC reaffirms its commitment to promoting innovation, knowledge exchange, and collaboration in support of a more modern, productive, and sustainable Philippine agriculture.

Read the full story here: https://amtec.uplb.edu.ph/amtec-strengthens-international-partnerships-for-sustainable-agricultural-mechanization-in-rome-italy-4/