Division of the Agricultural
Extension and Rural Studies

The Division of the Agricultural Extension and Rural Studies (DAERS) looks into the dynamics of the various stakeholders of the agricultural and rural sector. It focuses on the concerns of rural communities and the concerted efforts of various agencies and institutions to improve their quality of life.

Division of Agricultural Systems
Studies

The Division of Agricultural Systems Studies (DASS) adheres to systems approaches in studying, designing and evaluating complex agricultural systems, and in developing appropriate solutions for sustainable farming based on deep understanding of the socio-cultural, technological, environmental, economic and policy-institutional aspects of agricultural systems.

Division of Soil Science

The Division of Soil Science (DSS) addresses the many important roles of soil through teaching, research and extension programs. It aims to expand, integrate, and extend the knowledge of soil ecosystems in food, feed, and fiber production and the creation of a living landscape at different agroecosystems for the enhancement of environmental quality.