Historical Background

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​The Philippine Society of Agricultural Engineers (PSAE) was founded in 1950 by Dr. Felix D. Maramba and Dr. Anastacio Teodoro. Dr. Maramba is recognized as the “Father of PSAE.” The organization was established to advance the theory and practice of agricultural engineering in the Philippines, providing a professional platform for engineers to contribute to the modernization and development of the country’s agriculture and fisheries sectors.

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Transition to PSABE

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In 2016, the Philippine Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering Act of 2016 (Republic Act No. 10915) was enacted. This law renamed the organization from PSAE to the Philippine Society of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineers (PSABE) and expanded its scope to include biosystems engineering.

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The act strengthened the profession by promoting relevant education, professional development, and career opportunities for licensed agricultural engineers, aligning the society with modern agricultural, environmental, and technological challenges.

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Organizational Structure

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PSABE operates with a national office and regional chapters across the Philippines. The organization is involved in various activities and projects aimed at enhancing the agricultural engineering profession and contributing to the development of the agriculture and fishery sector. PSABE Region 8 is the regional chapter serving Eastern Visayas, connecting professionals, educators, and students in agricultural and biosystems engineering.

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PSABE Region 8 Chapter

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PSABE Region 8 connects professionals, students, and stakeholders across Eastern Visayas to ensure that agricultural and biosystems engineering advances sustainable practices, modern technology adoption, and improved productivity.

Through capacity building, training, and collaborative projects, the regional chapter ensures that engineers contribute not only to national agricultural development but also to the specific needs of local farmers, fisherfolk, and communities in Region 8.