By Cyrus A. Natividad

The Miracle Tree (Moringa Oleifera) author Dr. Manny Palada, and co-author Dr. Ravindra C. Joshi presented the book to CPU President Dr. Teodoro Robles during the book launching at the Henry Luce III Library.

The launching of the book “The Miracle Tree”(Moringa Oleifera) was held at the CPU Knowledge for Development (KDC) on November 19, 2019, Tuesday at 2:00 pm. It was attended by the author and editors  Dr. Manuel C. Palada and Dr. Ravindra C. Joshi, as well as officials from Central Philippine University administration,  led University President  Teodoro C. Robles;  LGU executives and Department of Agriculture Regional Office 6 representatives.

The College of Agriculture Alumni Association President Dr. Reynaldo Dusaran, CPU Alumni President, Engr. Isagani J. Jalbuena and  Agrifair Steering Committee Chairman Joel H. Somosierra were also present.

Reverend Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, Director, CPU Office of Communications led the Opening Prayer.

The co-authors with CPU officials, faculty and staff.

Dr. Teodoro Robles in his Welcome Remarks acknowledged the book authors and guests. He mentioned the importance of Moringa (Malunggay) and its contribution to health and well-being.

Dr. Joshi shared why they undertook the writing of the book while Dr. Palada shared the background of the book and the editors as well as its content. Dr. Palada also thanked his peers for the research and editing of the book.   Both the authors presented the book to the University President.