{"id":3445,"date":"2025-11-25T06:31:04","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T06:31:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/livestockbiotech.com\/?page_id=3445"},"modified":"2026-05-05T05:37:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T05:37:15","slug":"bpo-call-for-proposals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/livestockbiotech.com\/index.php\/bpo-call-for-proposals\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Proposals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

DA-BIOTECHNOLOGY PROGRAM (DA-BPO) CALL FOR PROPOSALS (2026-2028)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]
The DA Biotech Program Office Call for Proposal (2026-2028) is now open.<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/a><\/span>Core components for funding include the following areas:<\/span><\/div>\n
    \n
  1. Regulatory Support and Science-Based Tools;<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Capacity Building and Human Resource Development;<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Technology Development and Deployment; and<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Policy Advocacy and Institutional Strengthening<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    <\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1z8bHfR70o2jy1wlyl9ra6tnZmdDoRGY3?usp=sharing” button_text=”Guidelines and ESMES Form” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”25px” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#E09900″ button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”7px” button_letter_spacing=”0px” button_icon=”||fa||900″ button_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” button_on_hover=”off” hover_enabled=”0″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]

    Eligibility<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Proposal submissions are open to researchers, academic institutions, government R&D centers, and private sector partners engaged in livestock biotechnology. Collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches are strongly encouraged.<\/span><\/p>\n

    All proposals must be submitted electronically to proposals.livestockbiotech@gmail.com<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Together, let us harness biotechnology to drive livestock research for development and contribute to food security, climate resilience, and inclusive growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

    <\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”Priority Area” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#163900″ custom_padding=”23px|0px|23px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”]

    Priority Areas<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”Upper Row” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”BIOTECH RESEARCH FOR DEVELOPMENT” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#E09900″ global_colors_info=”{}”]
    Technology Development and Deployment<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
      \n
    • Biosecurity and Border Surveillance<\/strong> <\/span>\n
        \n
      • Development of portable molecular kits (LAMP, qPCR, biosensors) for pest and pathogen detection in crops, fisheries, and livestockv (see list of priority pests\/diseases)<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Development Of biosensor based screening assays for veterinary drug (D2) residues in livestock and animal-derived foods to support market surveillance, trade compliance, and consumer protection<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Food and Feed Safety<\/strong> <\/span>\n
          \n
        • Development of tools to check residues, adulteration, or food quality in the market<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
        • Technology Testing and Deployment<\/strong> <\/span>\n
            \n
          • Field and adaptability trials for products of biotechnology, for agriculture use, for performance and efficacy evaluation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”BIOTECH RESEARCH FOR DEVELOPMENT” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#E09900″ global_colors_info=”{}”]
            Regulatory Support and Science-Based Tools<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
              \n
            • Validation Of testing methods for:<\/strong><\/span>\n
                \n
              • Pests and pathogens at point of entry (see list of regulated pests)<\/em><\/span><\/li>\n
              • Adulteration, mislabeling, and<\/span>
                fraudulent claims on food, feed, and agricultural commodities<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Contaminants, toxins, or biological agents affecting trade and safety<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
              • Optimization of detection methods and emerging biosensor platforms for the rapid screening of veterinary drug<\/span>
                residues and contaminants in livestock, dairy, poultry, and aquaculture products<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Generating compliance data for biosafet or product registration<\/span>
                \u2022 Surveillance and monitoring studies on<\/span>
                the prevalence of emerging diseases in<\/span>
                crops, livestock, and fisheries in support<\/span>
                for policy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ admin_label=”Bottom Row” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”POLICY AND ADVOCACY” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#E09900″ global_colors_info=”{}”]
                Policy Research and Institutional Foresight<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
                (coordinate with the DA BPO for more
                information)<\/em><\/span><\/h5>\n
                Communication, Advocacy, and Public Engagement<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
                (aligned with the DA BPO Communication<\/em><\/span>
                Plan)<\/em><\/span><\/h5>\n
                  \n
                • Perception and Awareness Studies on agricultural biotechnology<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Science and Risk Communication Research and Tools<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Communication Campaigns and Capacity-Building Initiatives<\/span><\/li>\n
                • Strategic Advocacy and Engagement Platforms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ admin_label=”Column” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT” _builder_version=”4.21.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”|700|||||||” header_text_color=”#E09900″ global_colors_info=”{}”]
                  Facility Upgrading<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
                    \n
                  • Upgrading of biosafety and diagnostic facilities to meet international standards<\/strong> (ISO 17025. GLP, BLS) for testing, pathogen detection, or product verification relevant to agriculture, livestock, and fisheries<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Upgrading or retrofitting of containment and biosecurity facilities<\/strong> to accommodate work with emerging biological materials and\/or technology development related to R&D identified in the strategic component. Technology Development and\/or Deployment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
                    Manpower Development<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n
                      \n
                    • Training Programs for DA, SUCs, and LGU<\/strong> on biosafety. biosecurity, pathogen detection, food safety and emerging biotech tools<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • TOT Programs<\/strong> for risk communication. stakeholder engagement, and responsible innovation practices<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • \u00a0Fellowships, study missions, and technical exchanges with international partners<\/strong> to strengthen the Philippines’ participation in gene editing, engineering biology, and biosafety governance fora<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • Implementation of the Research Fellowship Program<\/strong> (coordinate with the DA BPO for more<\/em><\/span>
                      information)<\/em><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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