USM Receives 5M Project Grant from MTIT-BARMM The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) received an initial ₱5-million project grant from the Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Tourism (MTIT) on May 5, 2026, at the MTIT Conference Room in Cotabato City, to support the Feasibility Study for the Halal Hub Development Project in BARMM. Dr. Jurhamid C. Imlan, Dr. Roy Gacus, Prof. Eugene G. Ranjo, and Dr. Josephine R. Migalbin as part of the project support, received the check from MTIT Minister Farserina A. Mohammad. USM strengthened its commitment to research and development through the partnership, which aims to explore opportunities for establishing a Halal Hub in the Bangsamoro region. Through the collaboration, USM and MTIT will study the agri-fisheries and textile industries in BARMM to determine their potential for Halal certification and access to international markets. The study will also assess the infrastructure, logistics, and operational capacity of the Polloc Freeport as the proposed Halal Hub site. The partnership will also develop a detailed business plan, recommend policies, and examine the possible social and economic benefits of the project. In addition, MTIT and USM will work together in conducting technical support activities, training programs, and stakeholder consultations to help ensure the successful completion of the feasibility study.

Goal 09: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.

May 7, 2026

Published by Loynei Frias Sumalinog at May 7, 2026

USM Receives 5M Project Grant from MTIT-BARMM

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) received an initial ₱5-million (out of 10 Million) project grant from the Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Tourism (MTIT) on […]

April 30, 2026

Published by Extension Services Office at April 30, 2026

PFST, USM Capacitate Non-Science Major Teachers Through PSC Exhibit-Based Lessons, Lab in a Box

The Philippine Foundation for Science and Technology (PFST), in partnership with the University of Southern Mindanao (USM), successfully conducted a two-day teacher training program on April 24–25, 2026 at the USM Graduate School, aimed at capacitating non-Science major teachers handling science subjects in Kidapawan City through innovative, learner-centered [...]

April 23, 2026

Published by Loynei Frias Sumalinog at April 23, 2026

Miles Angelo Sodejana Returns from Japan, Shares His Unforgettable Physics Experience

Miles Angelo Sodejana, a 4th year BS Physics student at the University of Southern Mindanao, recently returned to the Philippines from his Sakura Science Exchange Program at Okayama University, […]

April 22, 2026

Published by Loynei Frias Sumalinog at April 22, 2026

USM, DILG Sign MOU for Meteor Guardians Implementation

The University of Southern Mindanao (USM) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Region XII for the […]

April 14, 2026

Published by Len Latido at April 14, 2026

SOXAARRDEC Joins SCC Student Research Presentation 2026

The SOCCSKSARGEN Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development Consortium (SOXAARRDEC) joined the Celebration of Learning and Service: Annual Student Research Presentation on April 10, […]

April 10, 2026

Published by Charlotte Andrea Tutor at April 10, 2026

DTI Donates High-Tech Equipment to USM Kidapawan Campus

New opportunities for innovation and enterprise opened as the University of Southern Mindanao-Kidapawan City Campus received advanced equipment from the Department of Trade and Industry Region […]

Sustainable Development Goal 9