Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues in the world today. A recent report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) highlights its threatening impact on agriculture. In the 29th edition of UNEP's Foresight Brief, experts highlighted the alarming...
In Xiaohongshu, a lifestyle app commonly referred to as China's Instagram, thousands of posts bearing the hashtag “American farm style” have taken social media by storm. Photo by Tony Mucci/Pexels While imitating American life has been an evolving theme for many social media influencers...
By RALPH LAUREN ABAINZA Filipino Catholics mark the last nine days of the Christmas countdown with Simbang Gabi–consecutive votive masses in anticipation of Christmas and to honor the Virgin Mary. From December 16 to 24, devotees from all walks of life make an effort to wake up every...
The increase in global fish consumption far outpaced the world's population growth in the past few decades, and is expected to continue doing so in the coming years. This growing demand for fish continues to challenge the notion of sustainability in the fisheries industry. Photo by Jimmy...
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...
Minecraft has fascinated a lot of gamers with its sandbox-type gaming format ever since it was first released by Mojang Studios in 2011. The game offers a variety of tools and environment modes that give players a chance to collaborate with millions of other gamers around the world. Image...
The advent of technology is not just improving farming methods, but also helping in spreading the word about the wonders of agriculture. Some farmers are finding a new way to get paid for doing what they love by sharing their day-to-day lives on the farm on Youtube. This has helped them find more...
São Tomé and Príncipe, an African island nation in the Atlantic Ocean, is one of the world's biodiversity hotspots. It is famously known for its 116 species of butterfly, several of which are endemic to its islands. In a bid to protect São Tomé and Príncipe's remaining forests while...
By RALPH LAUREN ABAINZA Moringa is one of the world's most useful trees, and is often dubbed the "Miracle Tree" because almost every part can be beneficial for humans and animals. Locally known as malunggay, moringa leaves and seed oil are major raw materials used in the food and nutrition...
Agriculture is considered the backbone of many developing nations worldwide. During a forum in Pakistan, experts shared a collective call for countries to adopt precision agriculture to ensure food systems sustainability. Photo by Jason Blackeye/Unsplash Precision agriculture is an integrated crop...
Agriculture is traditionally considered a man’s field, with women typically just in the background. However, women have also played critical roles in farm production, from egg and butter sales to victory gardens, to growing food for the family. Photo by Waldemar Brandt on Unsplash In recent...
