Mr. Neirtem Onyx R. Silverio, a student from Quirino State University-Diffun Campus, earned the First Runner-Up spot in the Engine and Agricultural Machinery Parts Identification Competition during the PABEStigan XII. This national event was held on January 23 to 25, 2026 at the University of the Philippines Los Baรฑos (UPLB), Laguna.

Organized by the UP Society of Agricultural Engineering Students (UP SAGES) in collaboration with the Agricultural Machinery Testing and Evaluation Center (AMTEC) and the Center for Agri-Fisheries and Biosystems Mechanization (BIOMECH), the competition drew โ€œagri-visionaries” from 23 schools across 23 provinces nationwide.

Mr. Silverio, a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (BSABE) student, represented the University under the expert guidance of his coach, Engr. Paul B. Pablo.

Dr. Hermenegildo F. Samoy, Jr., President, and the QSU family extend their warmest congratulations to Mr. Silverio, Engr. Pablo, and all participating students and coaches on their impressive performance in the competition. We likewise recognize the BSABE Department, led by Engr. Israel M. Eraรฑa, Program Chairperson, and Dr. Edgar V. Benabise, College Dean, for their efforts in nurturing top-tier engineering talents. Your success brings immense pride to the entire academic community!

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