Foreign envoys were among the witnesses at the signing of the P5.268-trillion 2023 national budget by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in Malacañang on Friday, Dec. 16. (Photo from US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson via Twitter) One of the guests, United States (US)...
By OLIVER SAMSON This single parent, entrepreneur, and diversified farmer specializing in stingless bees caught the eye of the organizers of the National Search for Outstanding Rural Women 2022 after winning the regional search in October. Leizel Grajo, 39, tends to pineapples, red Panama passion...
EDITORS DESK Exactly a month ago, COP27 or the 2022 United Nations Climate Conference (aka 27th Conference of Parties of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change), concluded without a “consensus” — supporters say that there were big strides especially on the aspect of “loss-and-damage...
Air pollution is one of the most significant environmental risks to health, causing around four million premature deaths yearly, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In rural areas, crop residue burning is a common source of air pollution, despite imposed restrictions. According to...
By RALPH LAUREN ABAINZA Bayer, a multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company, celebrated its 60th year in the Philippines with the inauguration of its PhP 750-million Next Normal Office Concept (NNOC)-based office in McKinley Hill Cyberpark, Taguig City, last November 24, 2022. Photo...
Senator Joseph Victor “JV” Ejercito on Monday, December 12, said non-bailable charges of economic sabotage should be filed against agricultural smugglers who are growing in numbers in the Philippines. Ejercito said the full force of the law should be applied against them to put their illegal...
FROM THE MARGINS In my previous article, I lamented the declining contribution of agriculture to the country’s gross domestic product. As we are an agricultural country that is rich in natural resources, we should aim to grow our agricultural sector to a level that surpasses services and industry...
Bamboo is known for its sturdiness and its many uses, which can range from food to furniture. At Base Bahay Foundation (BBF), it is the foundation for a secure and permanent home for many families. BBF, an non-profit, non-government organization (NGO), is a project of the Hilti Foundation,...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has welcomed the suggestions of the World Bank’s Philippines Economic Update (PEU) December 2022 Edition that centers in increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of government spending in the sector of agriculture. FARMERS in Western Visayas region are urged...
Editorial President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. has stepped up his campaign to ensure stability of food prices by leading the Department of Agriculture’s program of establishing Kadiwa stores nationwide. He pointed out that Kadiwa outlets will continue to offer basic goods at lower prices beyond the...
Following the approval of a national timetable, farmers and fisherfolk set to benefit from the construction of farm-to-market roads (FMRs) will see progress again as government agencies are expected to sign a joint administrative order (JAO) within the month. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos...
A pro-farmer congressman has backed President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s call to utilize technology in improving the state of the local agriculture sector. AGRI Party-list Rep. Wilbert T. Lee (left) and President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. (MANILA BULLETIN) "Sinusuportahan natin ang...
