DOST gives softening machine to IP association

MALAPATAN, Sarangani (July 27, 2012) – Vice Governor Steve Chiongbian Solon (center) together with Sapu Masla Barangay Captain Jemin Sambaga (7th right) pose for photo ops with members of Ded Libon de Lasang Association during the Business Orientation, Fire Drill Seminar, First Aid Training and turn-over ceremony of Romblon grass softening machine from the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Thursday, July 26. The indigenous peoples (IP) association of Upper Lasang, Sapu Masla will use the machine for weaving Philippine mats (banig) using Romblon grass in intricate Blaan design. For more news and updates, please visit the Province of Sarangani . (Francis Malones/SARANGANI INFORMATION OFFICE)