Go Negosyo and the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) agreed to collaborate on agriculture, agribusiness, and mentorship in a bid to improve farm productivity. Go Negosyo founder Joey Concepcion and DAR Secretary Conrado Estrella III presented the memorandum of agreement (MOA) formalizing the...
As households across the Philippines face the brunt of skyrocketing food prices—particularly in fruits and vegetables—an inspiring wave of innovation is sweeping through the agribusiness sector. Recent data from the Philippine Statistics Authority reveals a troubling 9.4 percent inflation...
BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei—Deals on agriculture and economic cooperation were signed during the two-day state visit of President Marcos here. Marcos concluded his visit in Brunei Darussalam with the signing of the two agreements after leading the Philippine business forum here on Wednesday, May...
I was 22 years old when I started farming. The decision was triggered by the passing of my Lolo who has been in the agriculture sector as seed grower since 1963. His name was Engr. Bienvenido Hermosura Roque, and he was an Agriculture Engineer. Malaking part ng childhood ko yung memories namin ni...
Our desire to have a healthy food source routed us to try farming. We are foodies, and at the same time, we also want to ensure that what we take in is safe and healthy. Being at home during the pandemic allowed us to explore how else we can have a sustainable life. With a limited space at home, we...
Ediscape is a farm development and agribusiness consultancy co-founded by Homer Deloso, the CEO and Chief Farming Officer, and his wife, Fraullyn. Together, they form the dynamic EDISCAPE Power Couple, sharing a vision to revolutionize the farming industry. With a strong passion for innovation and...
When my mom passed away from cancer in 2015, that became my wake-up call to appreciate things more — That life is short and you have to make it worthwhile. We are blessed na habang bata pa kami nakapagtanim na si Nanay (Nora) at Tatay (Lito) ng mga fruit-bearing trees at nakapundar sila ng lupa...
At the start of the pandemic, we wanted to be far away from the urban setting and be closer to nature as much as possible. One of us has a home in Cavite that allows us to escape from our Pasig city life. Both of us have been working in a corporate setting within Ortigas, Pasig for many years (and...
Growing up, I witnessed my father farming a small parcel of land my grandfather had entrusted to him. It was in the year 2021 that I first discovered hydroponics, the modern way of farming. Growing up, I witnessed my father farming a small parcel of land my grandfather had entrusted to him. It was...
I finished a degree in BS Tourism, Hotel, and Restaurant Management and was able to work as a hotel steward at Carnival Cruise Line from June 2015 to November 2016. However, I decided to quit my job and pursue my passion for farming. I ventured into “babuyang walang amoy” and raised a couple of...
My farm is a diverse and integrated agricultural venture. I take pride in raising free-range and fancy chickens, as well as cultivating exotic crops such as dragon fruit alongside a variety of other vegetables. In addition to poultry, my farm is home to native pigs, ducks, and turkeys, creating a...
It was during high school that I decided to pursue managing our agarwood farming business, and my farmer father was my mentor at that time. I did not continue my education after finishing high school, but I always believed that my focus was more on agriculture and farming, and I wanted to improve...
