The Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PHilMech) recently made history by presenting its inaugural Bridge Award to Mr. Philip Kim, CEO of FitCorea Trading Phils Inc. and Philippines Country Representative of the Korea Agricultural Machinery Industry Cooperative (KAMICO).
The ceremony took place at the PHilMech Main Office on August 5, and the award was presented by Director IV Dr. Dionisio G. Alvindia, and Interim Director for Extension Mr. Elijah Z. Davalos.
During the award presentation, Mr. Davalos described the Bridge Award as a special recognition bestowed upon foreign nationals who have played a significant role in advancing PHilMech’s vision beyond their official responsibilities.
Director Alvindia commended Mr. Kim for his pivotal contribution to PHilMech’s mission and expressed optimism for continued collaboration and friendship between the Philippines and the Republic of Korea in the realm of agricultural mechanization and postharvest improvement.
In response, Mr. Philip Kim expressed his appreciation for the honor and reaffirmed his dedication to nurturing agricultural collaboration between the two nations, emphasizing the importance of a sustained and beneficial partnership.
The Bridge Award, a significant milestone in PHilMech’s history, marks the beginning of a series of international partnerships in line with the organization’s goal of becoming a leading center for postharvest and mechanization. This recognition underscores the value of global alliances in advancing the agricultural industry and signals a promising future for agricultural collaboration.
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PHilMech: by Joanna Aquin R. Hofileña
