It is dedicated to the research, development and education on all aspects of bamboo. Bamboo is a native plant species, growing in all the Philippine islands tropical climate. It is a woody grass but not scientifically recognized as a tree. Over a thousand varieties, bamboo grows in different climatic conditions, thriving in semi-temperate and tropical climates. Bamboo is recognized in combating cl
imate change as it sequesters 35% more carbon dioxide and therefore produces more oxygen than ordinary tree. Bamboo plays a very important role in conserving soil and water. Bamboo farming has immense environmental and economic potential, particularly in deforested mountains, abandoned mine sites, erosion prone river banks.