00:00A new and innovative technology in the production of abaca wine was discovered by the University of Southern Mindanao.
00:07Christian Matuliano is in the center of the news.
00:12In the ongoing research of the University of Southern Mindanao,
00:15a new and innovative technology was discovered to process fruits from abaca to make abaca wine.
00:25Under the leadership of Professor Harem Roca,
00:27along with his students,
00:29they discovered the process of making wine from plants that are commonly used because of their branches.
00:55But this wine is not abaca, it was like big live wine, somewhere in the bottle.
01:00And then he was very kind enough to share his expertise and then I went to his lab for wine
01:08and asked for some tips. How could I make my own wine?
01:12Roca added that abaca wine is not only an innovation in the field of technology,
01:17but also a step towards helping abaca growers to earn more.
01:22This innovation is an important alternative to the traditional agricultural products of the region
01:28and a step towards the spread of sustainable farming.
01:32Christian Matuliano of PIA SOC Sargen for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.
