More time. More ideas. More chances to SIBOL!

Good news, CAPSUNIANS! You now have 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 to apply for the Student-Based Incubation Program at CAPSU (SIBOL) and take your innovative ideas closer to becoming a startup.

📅 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐃𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄: October 15, 2026
🔗 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐘 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: https://tinyurl.com/CAPSUSIBOL

Don’t let your idea stay on the drawing board. Take the leap, build your team, and let your idea grow! 🚀

🌱 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐎𝐋 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐔!

The Capiz State University Intellectual Property Management Office (CAPSU IPMO) was recognized as a 2026 Gawad Lingkod Bayani (GLB) Regional Qualifier under the Gawad Pagasa Category, marking the Office’s second recognition under the award.

The recognition was conferred on September 30, 2026, at the Courtyard by Marriott Iloilo during the 126th Philippine Civil Service Anniversary (PCSA) – PASIDUNGOG 2026. SUC President III Dr. Efren L. Linan and Supervising Administrative Officer–HRMO Ms. Myleen C. Abelarde joined the CAPSU IPMO team in receiving the recognition.

The achievement reflects the collective efforts of the IPMO team, with the support of University leadership and the continued collaboration of CAPSU researchers, faculty, students, and stakeholders in advancing innovation, intellectual property management, technology transfer, and meaningful public service.

CAPSU IPMO Team

• Prof. French A. Dampog – Associate Professor I / IPMO Director

• Dr. Leo Andrew B. Biclar – Associate Professor V / Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension

• Dr. Rosine O. Labado – Associate Professor V / KTTD Chief

• Prof. Princess Lydia S. Fuentes – Associate Professor V / ITSD Chief

CAPSU IPMO continues to uphold its commitment to transforming knowledge and ideas into innovations that contribute to institutional and community development.

The CAPSULE Technology Business Incubator (TBI) conducted a Training-Workshop on Business Growth Strategy and Scale-Up Planning to equip participants with practical strategies for strengthening their enterprises, identifying growth opportunities, and preparing for expansion.

The activity was formally opened by Ms. Mary Joycie A. Linan, CAPSULE TBI Manager, who emphasized the importance of a clear and practical growth strategy. Mr. Mark Glenn F. Villamor, TBI Center Manager, served as the resource person and discussed key considerations in business growth and scale-up planning.

The activity concluded with Ms. Beverly L. Bigor, PTA IV, delivering the closing message on behalf of Prof. French A. Dampog, IPMO Director.

The training-workshop forms part of CAPSULE TBI’s continuing efforts to strengthen innovators and entrepreneurs as they pursue sustainable growth and commercialization.

𝐘𝐎𝐎-𝐇𝐎𝐎, 𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐎 𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐈𝐍! 👀

Wag nang mag-𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐮𝐥𝐮 na marami pang time—𝟑 𝐃𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐆𝐎 na lang! ⏳🚀

Calling all 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐒𝐔 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬! 💡

Gather your startup squad, finalize your proposals, and submit your application before time runs out!

May tanong? 💬 Message us through the CAPSU SIBOL official Facebook page, call 620-0472 / 520-0899, or email sibol@capsu.edu.ph.

Don’t let your big idea stay on paper. Let’s make it bloom! 🌱

𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐎𝐋 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐔!

The CAPSU SIBOL Project and BALAY Agribusiness Incubator (ABI) participated in the DBP Agri Financing and Capacity Building Roadshow on September 24, 2026, at the Iloilo Grand Hotel.

Hosted by the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) Iloilo Lending Center, the roadshow introduced participants to DBP’s lending programs, financial services, and capacity-building opportunities supporting agricultural development and local enterprises.

Representing CAPSU SIBOL and BALAY ABI were Ms. Rica Eufemia Odio and Mr. Jimmy A. Loja Jr. The engagement provided opportunities to explore financing and capacity-building support that can help CAPSU incubatees strengthen their enterprises and pursue sustainable growth.

The Capiz State University SIBOL Project Team conducted “Start It Up: Kwentuhang Startup with SIBOL,” an online podcast and information session via Zoom and Facebook Live, as part of the project’s promotion and student engagement activities.

The session brought together third-year students from various CAPSU campuses to explore innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup development. SIBOL Project Leader Prof. French A. Dampog opened the program, followed by discussions from invited speakers on technology business incubation, financial support, intellectual property protection, startup development, agribusiness opportunities, and the experiences of student entrepreneurs.

The panel featured Ms. Princess P. Palawan, Ms. Mary Joycie A. Linan, Mr. Jimmy A. Loja Jr., and Mr. Jude Patrick Ruiz Delfin, who shared practical insights and experiences to encourage students to transform their ideas into viable ventures.

With the theme of turning ideas into action, the session encouraged CAPSU students to build their teams, develop their innovations, and take part in the SIBOL Program.

The deadline for SIBOL applications is September 30, 2026.

The CAPSULE Technology Business Incubator (TBI) participated in the Web Development Workshop for Western Visayas Startups on September 24–25, 2026, at the iHub, Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT U), through an invitation from the UMWAD Western Visayas Consortium.

The workshop focused on helping startups establish a stronger digital presence through website development, supporting their StartupBlink registration and profiling, and improving online visibility.

The initiative provided CAPSULE TBI startups with opportunities to strengthen their digital capabilities and enhance their readiness for market engagement and business growth.

The 11 Consortium Member Institutions (CMIs) of the RAISE Program in Western Visayas convened for a two-day Sustainability Planning and Program Review on September 23–24, 2026, at the University of Antique, Sibalom, Antique.

The activity focused on reviewing the accomplishments, challenges, and lessons from Phase II while identifying priorities and strategies for the sustainability and continuity of RAISE Phase 3.

Through collaboration and forward planning, the 11 CMIs reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the regional innovation ecosystem in Western Visayas, particularly in innovation, intellectual property, technology transfer, and commercialization.

From the gains of Phase II to the possibilities of Phase 3, RAISE Western Visayas moves forward together.

Photos: University of Antique Facebook Page

Got a big idea? 🌱 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐎𝐋 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤!

Join us for 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐈𝐭 𝐔𝐩: 𝐊𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐎𝐋! 🚀

Discover what the SIBOL Program is all about, get your questions answered, connect with the team, and meet our invited guests!

Have an idea worth growing? Bring it to SIBOL and let’s turn innovation into opportunity.

🌱 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐒𝐈𝐁𝐎𝐋 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐔!

The Capiz State University–Agri-Aqua Technology Business Incubator (CAPSU-ATBI) conducted an On-Site Monitoring of CAPSULE Incubatees on September 17, 2026, in Pontevedra and Roxas City, Capiz.

The activity assessed the incubatees’ business progress and operations while identifying their needs, concerns, and areas for improvement. Through site visits and discussions, the team also gathered insights on their experiences in the incubation program and plans for continued participation.

CAPSU-ATBI continues to provide regular monitoring, technical assistance, and responsive interventions to help incubatees address challenges and strengthen their businesses toward sustainable growth in the agri-aqua sector.

Today marks an important milestone as five CAPSU incubatees present their innovative enterprises during the 𝐃𝐎𝐒𝐓-𝐏𝐂𝐀𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐃 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 (𝐒𝐆𝐅) 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝟓 𝐄𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 at DOST-PCAARRD, Los Baños, Laguna.

Representing CAPSU’s incubation ecosystem are:

🌱 𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐒𝐔𝐋𝐄 𝐓𝐁𝐈
• Alden Christian Bonete – Banica Capiz Dried Seafood Inc.
• Eugenio N. Dalida Jr. – Lorna’s Processed Food Manufacturing
• Levima Deocampo – Loi Coffee Manufacturing
• Myrna C. Fedalgo – Sta. Carmen Farmers Marketing Cooperative

💡 𝐄𝐲𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭
• Jude Patrick Ruiz Delfin – JUDELIGHTS

The En Banc Evaluation provides the incubatees an opportunity to present their proposals before the panel as they seek SGF funding support to further develop, strengthen, and scale their ventures.

Wishing our CAPSU incubatees the very best as they take this important step toward growing their enterprises!

Recognizing the need for meeting the growing demand for Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus), faculty-researchers from Capiz State University - Tapaz Satellite College evaluated different locally available materials and substrate combinations to determine which could provide better oyster mushroom production and economic returns. The AgriMyco Substrate.

As the demand for fresh coconut water continues to grow, innovative processing technologies are becoming essential. The Buko Juice Extractor and Opener offers a practical solution that helps businesses process more efficiently, maximize juice recovery, and stay competitive in a growing market. 

Squash Flower Crackers is an innovative food technology developed by CAPSU Sigma Satellite College that transforms underutilized squash flowers into a nutritious and value-added snack product. Using simple food processing techniques, the technology converts edible squash blossoms into crispy crackers rich in natural nutrients. This innovation promotes agricultural sustainability, reduces farm waste, and creates new livelihood opportunities for local communities through the production of healthy, marketable, and locally sourced snack products. 

In a world where people are becoming more mindful of their beverage choices, Calabash and Ginger Juice offers a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks. This all-natural drink combines the health benefits of calabash and ginger, with a touch of calamansi for added flavor. Known for its hydrating and nourishing properties, it’s a great option for those looking to incorporate more plant-based, functional drinks into their routine. As interest in wellness-focused beverages grows, Calabash and Ginger Juice aspires to provide a tasty, wholesome option for those seeking flavor and health benefits.

"Tuyo", a Filipino staple food, has faced challenges due to unpredictable weather conditions and lack of proper sanitation. Engr. Monalyn L. Oloroso developed the BIODRY MACH, an eco-friendly alternative to traditional sun-drying. Powered by renewable biomass like rice hulls, the bio-friendly dryer operates without electricity, ensuring reliable drying in 3 to 7.5 hours. With a 100-kg capacity per cycle, it delivers consistent, high-quality results regardless of weather conditions. The bio-friendly dryer is made from food-grade stainless steel, ensuring hygienic, safe dried fish and preventing spoilage. Licensed under IPOPHIL, the BIODRY MACH offers a sustainable and competitive alternative to traditional sun-drying methods. 

Inventor of BioDry Mach

Anchovy, a popular Asian fish, has been reimagined into ice cream by Dr. Janet V. Ledesma and Prof. Louella P. Dadivas. This unique ice cream offers a unique flavor profile, allowing for unexpected pairings. The process is registered under IPOPHIL, ensuring authenticity and potential for collaborations with restaurants, food producers, and chefs. Anchovy Ice Cream could open a new niche market for savory ice cream or umami-based desserts. 

OLNB Herbal Oil, a product developed by Prof. Princess Lydia S. Fuentes, is designed to support holistic health and provide relief from backaches and muscle pain. It is unique in its formulation of four herbs known for their healing properties: Oregano, Lemongrass, Neem, and Butterfly Pea. OLNB Herbal Oil is backed by scientific research and is registered with IPOPHIL. It offers versatility in aromatherapy and massage therapy, a growing industry.