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At the bottom of the Central Sulu Sea, a national treasure lies—the Tubbataha Reefs.

A flourishing garden somewhere in Santa Maria, Bulacan is a product of a mother’s love for her family.

Although the Philippines has long been recognized as the world’s center of marine biodiversity, policies to protect marine life in the Philippine seas from illegal fishing and other human activities are not strictly enforced.

Bokashi is a Japanese word that translates to ‘fermented organic matter.’ This type of composting is an odorless, space-efficient, and faster means of turning kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost. 

When the pandemic brought fear and uncertainty to many, some found hope and security in the shape of an edible garden. Photographer Lou Dizon shares the same sentiment. 

One successful cultivator of the national fruit is Mashistro Farms in San Vicente, Bani, Pangasinan. The farm owner, shared strategies that make their mango production a fruitful one.

Mashistro Farms’ proprietors, Rida and Rosemarie Mahshi, came from two different countries and cultural backgrounds. What strengthens their bond is their shared love for farming, animals, and God’s creations.

Dragon Fruit Depot in Pulong Yantok, Bulacan, which has been growing the ‘superfruit’ for the past seven years, stays competitive by offering hybrid and rare kinds of the said fruit.

During this rainy season, growers are either taking extra precautions to shield their plants from heavy rains or switching to crops that can withstand wet conditions.

The distribution of fake honey in the market is still rampant today, posing a major threat to the industry and consumers.

If strolling outside just isn't cutting it, here are farms that you can visit that will not only feed your tummies with nutritious food, but also fill your heart and spirit with tranquility and joy.

Milkfish (Chanos chanos), locally known as bangus, is the most valuable farmed fish in the Philippines in terms of production volume, use, and geographic distribution.

What is not known to many folks is the existence of bee tourism, which has to do with visiting apiaries and meliponaries.

Markaduke is a native breed produced by Marinduque State College that serves as the pride of the Philippine swine industry.

Celebrities are often expected to live luxurious lives due to their fame. However, once the cameras and microphones are turned off, not everyone can see that they, too, can be human beings seeking a simple life.

Leah de Ocampo-de Guzman, a communications graduate, fell in love with farming when she started working for a seed company in 2016. 

Food, beyond its literal definition, is a means of expression that is intrinsic to a country's cultural identity.

Next to chickens, duck, or itik, is the second major source of egg and meat in the Philippines. Ducks are primarily raised for balut and salted egg, or itlog na pula.