Manila Bulletin Agriculture
What Filipino farmers need to know about crop insurance
October 04, 2024 6:30 am
The Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC) offers vital protection to Filipino farmers against losses from natural disasters, pests, and diseases. Despite its importance, many farmers remain unaware of the benefits and process of enrolling in crop insurance, highlighting the need for increased awareness and education.
Find your market before you venture into Agri tech, expert says
October 04, 2024 5:45 am
"Identify your market before planting,” advises Engr. Jose Emie Siojo, founder of Turbulent Drip Sales, Inc., known for pioneering greenhouse technologies in Philippine agriculture. Exhibiting at Agrilink 2024, Siojo emphasizes that without a clear market strategy, even the most advanced farming innovations can lead to frustration.
4th Plant Convergence International Show now in full swing
September 19, 2024 11:30 pm
The much-anticipated 4th edition of Plant Convergence: The Philippine International Plant Show is now ongoing, transforming Quezon Memorial Circle’s Flower Garden into a vibrant hub of plant enthusiasts, collectors, and industry professionals.
Boosting Barako: 1,000 Liberica coffee seedlings planted in Batangas
August 29, 2024 6:11 am
The Figaro Coffee Tree Planting 2024: From Crop to Cup event, organized by the Figaro Foundation in partnership with the local government and the Batangas Coffee Federation, marks a crucial step towards revitalizing the Barako coffee industry—a variety of Liberica coffee that is as much a part of Batangas' identity as its rolling hills and historical landmarks.