Two authors and scientists will launch an environmental book Beach Forest Species and Mangrove Associates in the Philippines at the Camiña Balay nga Bato in Arevalo District in Friday of November 16, 2012, to graced by Sen. Franklin Drilon. Book authors, Dr. Jurgen Primavera and R.B. Sadaba, wrote the book describing 140 species and their importance for coastal protection as greenbelts, bioshields, ornamental, medicinal and other traditional uses, biotech, industrial applications and reforestation.

Pendon, L. C. (2018, November 9). Authors launch book on coastal plants. The Manila Times, p. A6.