(Keith Bacongco/ MANILA BULLETIN) Issues hounding the agricultural sector were foremost on the mind of House Speaker Martin Romualdez on Monday morning, July 24, during the first day of the second regular session. In his speech before his colleagues at the plenary, Romualdez vowed to look into the...
 Prolific fruiting of cacao. (Royal Cocoa Farm) Cacao, often referred to as the "food of the gods," has a rich history in the Philippines, with its cultivation dating back centuries. This tropical country boasts a climate and soil conditions ideal for growing high-quality cacao beans. In recent...
Conrado Soriano is the owner of Royal Cocoa Farm and Cocoa Federico in Mangaldan, Pangasinan. His journey in cacao farming traces back to his childhood when his father introduced him to the world of planting cacao. Although initially skeptical about pursuing a career in farming, Conrado's...
For Philippine micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to compete with its neighboring countries, they must first scale up their agricultural production. Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion admitted on Thursday, July 20, that “it’s very clear that we cannot compete right now in agriculture...
The Philippines has a wide variety of plants that can be utilized as natural food colorings, providing an enticing visual appeal to various dishes. These plants not only add vibrant colors but also bring unique flavors and nutritional benefits to culinary creations. Here are some of the plants...
Agriculture is a continuously evolving aspect of humanity, as there is a need to keep up with the changes of the earth while also producing inputs that can boost yields for farmers. The reality is, sometimes farming can get expensive. But wanting a good harvest shouldn’t mean you have to spend a...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to promote agri-fisheries clustering and consolidation to enhance access of small farmers and fisherfolks to markets and increase their income. Agriculture Senior Undersecretary Domingo...
Marvin Xavier Vea, 25 years old, is a civil engineering graduate from Ilocos Norte. Growing up in a family of farmers, Marvin witnessed firsthand the challenges and rewards of working in the field. Although he pursued a degree in civil engineering, his heart yearned for the fields and the...
(Anna Shvets/Pexels) Keeping your houseplants healthy and thriving is a rewarding hobby, but it also requires a bit of knowledge and care. One important aspect of plant care is repotting, which is the process of transferring a plant to a larger pot. Repotting is necessary when the roots of a plant...
The Maharlika fund would be invested in agriculture, infrastructure, and energy development, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. said on Tuesday, July 18, after signing into law the bill creating the Maharlika Investment Fund (MIF) and allaying fears of fund mismanagement. President...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. led the distribution of various government assistance that benefited students, micro and small entrepreneurs, and local farmers groups during a visit to Pampanga province on Monday, July 17. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. hands over P134.2-million check...
Tools in shed (Rudy and Peter Skitterians/Pixabay) Proper sanitation and the thorough cleaning of tools and equipment are considered essential in maintaining a healthy and productive agricultural environment, as it directly impacts the health and productivity of agricultural operations. Farmers and...
