SDG 2 - Zero Hunger
End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture
2.5 - National hunger
Recognizing the vital role higher education plays in safeguarding national food security, Leyte Normal University (LNU) actively mobilizes its research, resources, and outreach capabilities to combat hunger and food deprivation across the country.
Through strategic partnerships with local farmers and food producers, knowledge-transfer events, shared access to sustainable agricultural technology, and institutional policies prioritizing local procurement, we deliver targeted solutions to alleviate acute food scarcity. By aggregating our technical expertise, community interventions, and agricultural innovation at a national scale, we remain committed to strengthening overall food resilience and ensuring long-term access to adequate nutrition for vulnerable populations.
2.5.1 - Access to food security knowledge
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2.5.2 - Events for local farmers and food producers
Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair
Leyte Normal University hosted the Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair (BPSF) on August 2–3, 2024, bringing together government agencies to provide services in education, health, livelihood, and social welfare.
Over ₱1.26 billion in aid reached 253,000 beneficiaries through programs like CARD, SIBOL, and DSWD food distribution. A Kadiwa Center offered affordable goods, while the Army, PNP, and BFP ensured public safety scheme, each participant will receive a daily wage equivalent to the Regional Daily Minimum Wage during their 20-day deployment from May 19 to June 14, 2025.
ORIE Innovation Fair 2025
The Innovation Fair, held at the HRDC lobby and organized by the Office of Research, Innovation, and Extension (ORIE), highlighted the latest advancements in research and technology. The event featured a lively magic show by BS Biology students and informative booths from Visayas State University (VSU), St. Scholastica’s College – Tacloban, Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), and the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL).
Beyond showcasing innovation, the fair also offered free HIV screening and awareness sessions, providing valuable health services to attendees. The event successfully combined education, technology, and community outreach in one engaging platform.
In line with promoting sustainable development and local livelihoods, regular events for farmers and food producers are also being organized. These gatherings provide opportunities for participants to connect, share best practices, and learn about modern farming techniques, technology, and market opportunities. Workshops and seminars cover topics such as soil management, crop diversification, organic farming, value-added production, and access to government programs. By fostering collaboration and knowledge transfer, these events aim to improve productivity, income, and resilience among local farmers while promoting sustainable and innovative agricultural practices.
2.5.3 - University access to local farmers and food producers
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2.5.4 - Sustainable food purchases
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