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Fueling Progress: Shaping Animal Nutrition for a Competitive and Sustainable Future

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OCTOBER 2026

Grand Ballroom, Okada Manila

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39th Annual Convention

About the Conference

The Philippine Society of Animal Nutritionists will hold its 39th Annual Convention on 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 6, 2026, at the Grand Ballroom of Okada Manila, Parañaque City, Metro Manila.

Theme: "Fueling Progress: Shaping Animal Nutrition for a Competitive and Sustainable Future."

Elevate your knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and boost your competence to tackle tomorrow's challenges.

16+

Speakers

1 Day

Event

Okada Manila

New Seaside Drive, Entertainment City, Parañaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Speakers

PHILSAN is an annual convention held in the Philippines that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate their passions and share ideas. Our goal is to create an environment of collaboration and inclusivity that is open to everyone.

At PHILSAN, you will find inspiring speakers, exciting activities, and unique experiences that are sure to leave a lasting impression. We invite you to join us in our mission of connecting people and fostering meaningful conversations.

Plenary

Mr. Timothy Paolo M. Bagui, MSc., RAgr.

Mr. Timothy Paolo M. Bagui, MSc., RAgr.

President, PHILSAN 2024-2026

Mr. Jerico Rod S. Calibo, MSc., RAgr.

Mr. Jerico Rod S. Calibo, MSc., RAgr.

The PHILSAN Convention Chairman Vice-President 2024-2026

Dr. Karen S. Bautista

Dr. Karen S. Bautista

Philippine Association of Agriculturists, Inc (PAA) - President (2023-2024)

Mr. Arnel N. Del Barrio

Mr. Arnel N. Del Barrio

Adjunct Professor | University of the Philippines Los Baños

Senator Francis "Kiko" N. Pangilinan

Senator Francis "Kiko" N. Pangilinan

Chairman - Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform Senator of the Philippines, 20th Congress

Assistant Secretary Michael Garcia

Assistant Secretary Michael Garcia

DA-Assistant Secretary for Swine and Poultry Department of Agriculture

Atty. Kenneth G. Cheng

Atty. Kenneth G. Cheng

Chief Executive Officer | Bounty Fresh Group Holdings, Inc.

Dr. Rommel C. Sulabo

Dr. Rommel C. Sulabo

Professor 12, Scientist 2 | University of the Philippines Los Baños

LEARNING SESSION 1

Mr. David Sanchez Torres, MSc.

Mr. David Sanchez Torres, MSc.

Senior Regional Technical Services Manager - Novus International

Dr. Fabio Catunda

Dr. Fabio Catunda

Global Swine Director ADM Animal Nutrition

Dr. Xavier Córdoba Lucio

Dr. Xavier Córdoba Lucio

Director of Nutribiogenics Ultra Bio Corporation

Dr. Jae Cheol Kim

Dr. Jae Cheol Kim

Head-Technical Solution Center CJ Bio

Dr. Kevin Liu

Dr. Kevin Liu

Animal Nutrition Consultant Pure Bioscience Phils. Inc.

LEARNING SESSION 2

Dr. Metta Makhanon

Dr. Metta Makhanon

Animal Health Consultant AgriPro Premier Nutrition Inc.

Dr. Budi Tangendjaja

Dr. Budi Tangendjaja

Indiana Corn Marketing Council & Indiana Soybean Alliance

Dr. Rhona Nina Reyes

Dr. Rhona Nina Reyes

Indiana Corn Marketing Council & Indiana Soybean Alliance

Dr. Pietro Celi

Dr. Pietro Celi

Faculty Member Murdoch University

Dr. Karl Marx Quiazon

Dr. Karl Marx Quiazon

Director Freshwater Aquaculture Center

Dr. William Riley

Dr. William Riley

Professor & Consultant Pulse Canada

LEARNING SESSION 3

Ms. Jocelyn V. Mariquilla

Ms. Jocelyn V. Mariquilla

Regional Technical Services Manager Cargill Micronutrition and Health Solutions

Dr. Balachandar Jayaraman

Dr. Balachandar Jayaraman

Senior Technical Service Manager Evonik

Dr. Concepcion D. Villacorta

Dr. Concepcion D. Villacorta

Assistant Professor JCS Chemical Industries Inc.

Mr. Johannes Jacobus Wilhelmus Lemmen

Mr. Johannes Jacobus Wilhelmus Lemmen

Business Development Manager Nutrifeed B.V.

Dr. Suparlark Nuntawan Na Ayudhya

Dr. Suparlark Nuntawan Na Ayudhya

Regional Technical Services Manager Novonesis

Sponsors

Many thanks to our partners and supporters. PHILSAN continues to be a beacon of knowledge and expertise in animal nutrition and production.

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Convention Schedule

PHILSAN is an annual convention held in the Philippines that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate their passions and share ideas. Our goal is to create an environment of collaboration and inclusivity that is open to everyone.

At PHILSAN, you will find inspiring speakers, exciting activities, and unique experiences that are sure to leave a lasting impression. We invite you to join us in our mission of connecting people and fostering meaningful conversations.

6:30 AM

Registration and Networking in Exhibit Booths

8:00 AM

Invocation, The Philippine National Anthem, Safety Orientation

8:15 AM

Official Opening of the Convention

Mr. Timothy Paolo M. Bagui, MSc., RAgr

President, PHILAN 2024-2026

8:25 AM

Message of Support

Senator Francis "Kiko" N. Pangilinan

Chairman - Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform Senator of the Philippines, 20th Congress

8:35 AM

Message of Support | Feed Industry Outlook

Assistant Secretary Michael Garcia

DA-Assistant Secretary for Swine and Poultry

Department of Agriculture

8:50 AM

Welcome Remarks from the Chairman, House Rules and Acknowledgements

Mr. Jerico Rod S. Calibo, MSc., RAgr

The PHILSAN Convention Chairman Vice-President 2024-2026

9:00 AM

Feeding the Future Building a Stronger Philippine Livestock and Poultry Industry

Atty. Kenneth G. Cheng

Chief Executive Officer | Bounty Fresh Group Holdings, Inc.

9:35 AM

Industry Update and Outlook in Swine Nutrition

Dr. Rommel C. Sulabo

Professor 12, Scientist 2 | University of the Philippines Los Baños

10:10 AM

Philippine Dairy Industry: Currect Status and Innovations in Ruminant Feeding

Dr. Arnel N. Del Barrio

Adjunct Professor | University of the Philippines Los Baños

10:45 AM

RA 12215: The importance of Animal Nutrition in Philippine Agriculture

Dr. Karen S. Bautista

Past President | Philippine Association of Agriculturists, Inc.

11:20 AM

Question and Answer Session

Mr. Jerico Rod S. Calibo, MSc., RAgr

Ms. Amelita Gabrielia R. Resontoc-Galban, MSc.

Plenary Session Moderators

11:40 AM

Introduction of the 2026 PHILAN Outstanding Animal Nutritionist (OAN)

Dr. Josefina Cruz

2025 PHILSAN Outstanding Animal Nutritionist Awardee

11:50 AM

2026 PHILSAN Outstanding Animal Nutritionist Awardee

Dr. Ameer A. Pahm

Message from the 2026 PHILSAN OAN Awardee

12:00 PM

Lunch Break | Group Photo | Networking in Exhibit Booths

1:30 PM

Effect of replacing inorganic Cu by chelated sources with Methionine-Hydroxy-Analogue on performance parameters and mineral excretion in broiler

Mr. David Sanchez Torres, MSc.

Senior Regional Technical Services Manager Novus International

2:10 PM

Beyond Iron: Nutritional Strategies to Support Hemoglobin Status in Modern Hyperprolific Sows

Dr. Fabio Catunda

Global Swine Director ADM Animal Nutrition

2:45 PM

Beyond Amino Acids: Bioactive Peptides as Precision Peptidic Modulators in Animal Health and Performance

Dr. Xavier Córdoba Lucio

Director of Nutribiogenics Ultra Bio Corporation

3:20 PM

Histidine: An Underappreciated Amino Acid in Precision Poultry Nutrition

Dr. Jae Cheol Kim

Head-Technical Solution Center CJ Bio

3:50 PM

Micro-encapsulation of all 7 trace minerals towards precision, simplicity and performance

Dr. Kevin Liu

Animal Nutrition Consultant Pure Bioscience Phils. Inc.

4:20 PM

Panel Session

Moderators: Dr. Joice San Andres & Dr. Noel Lumbo

4:50 PM

Coffee Break & Return to Plenary

5:00 PM

Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Sponsors

Awarding of Plaques of Appreciation

5:30 PM

The PHILSAN Feed Reference Standards 5th Edition and Closing of the Convention

Mr. Jerico Rod S. Calibo, MSc., RAgr.

The PHILSAN Convention Chairman Vice-President 2024-2026

5:45 PM

Raffle Draw

PHILSAN Secretariat

6:00 PM

End of the 39th PHILAN Annual Convention