SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — A forester from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Region 3 won the Binibining Manggugubat 2026 title, highlighting the role of forestry professionals in promoting biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource management.

Kate Cindi Moro, chief of the Monitoring and Evaluation Section at DENR-III’s Planning and Management Division, won the award during the Society of Filipino Foresters, Inc. (SFFI) national conference in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.

Moro, who represented the SFFI Central Luzon chapter, also won the Best Regional Representation Attire award, showcasing the region’s cultural heritage and natural resources.

During the question-and-answer portion, Moro proposed “Know Your Forest, Protect Your Future,” an environmental education program to strengthen community awareness and participation in environmental protection.

The pageant was held during the SFFI convention on October 16 to 17 at the Chavit Coliseum in Vigan. The convention celebrated the theme “Foresters as Champions of People, Forests, and Environment.” ▲

PHOTOS: Lee-Trato Production Studio via DENR