A beachfront house with a farm. Sounds like a dream, doesn't it? This is exactly what actor-entrepreneur Gabby Concepcion has built on his property in Lobo, Batangas. He calls it Amang Lobo Homestead. When he is not working as an actor, you’ll find him there doing other things. Concepcion...
Strawberries have long been associated with the province of Benguet, where they grow in abundance and are sold fresh or as value-added products. While strawberries are generally found in vast open fields of La Trinidad, Benguet, some local growers raise them in a unique way. One example is a family...
Growers can propagate plants in several ways. Grafting and marcotting are two widely used asexual propagation methods, each with its own set of types, procedures, benefits, and challenges. Grafting Grafting is the act of joining two plants to form a hybrid of their best features into a single...
Everyone has been living in survival mode over the past few years. Even so, there have been folks who have served as beacons of hope in these dark times. Today, we honor some of them and the work they have done to better the lives of others. In the field of agriculture, the Manila Bulletin presents...
Books and schools always tell us the importance of eating fruits and vegetables every day. However, a 2016 study revealed that Filipinos, particularly adolescents, consume fewer fruits and vegetables than the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends. East-West Seed (EWS) Philippines, the market...
There are several famous personalities who have chosen to explore different areas of agriculture. Some have gone into aquaculture, while others have chosen livestock and crop production. Media professionals Julius Caesar Concepcion Babao, popularly known as Julius Babao, and Christine...
Tomato, aka kamatis in Tagalog, is a crop that is extensively farmed nationwide because of high market demand and ease of production. There are farmers who cultivate them primarily for a living, and then there are home gardeners who grow them within their residence for private consumption and...
Many gardeners prefer container gardening because it allows them to adjust plants according to their sunlight needs and easily relocate them in the event of natural calamities. This, as well as its space-saving benefits, makes it easier for anyone to produce food. It's no surprise that Cindy M....
Women are becoming more involved in different areas of agriculture. However, gender gaps in employment, income, and resources are still a hindrance to their growth and success. MOCA Family Farm RLearning Center’s farm school director Gigi Morris said that knowledge and education are good...
Women's roles in Philippine agriculture have always been vital to the sector's development. Despite their contributions, women continue to suffer from inequities and are still underrepresented in several branches of this male-dominated field. An article published in Food and Fertilizer Technology...
When it comes to optimizing plant growth, fertilizers can be a farmer's best friend. If you're exploring fertilizers or have already used them before, you've probably heard of foliar and basal fertilizers. But what exactly makes them different from each other? How do they differ? It’s simple....
Chili isn’t for everyone, especially since we all have different levels of tolerance for spicy food. Janssen M. Martinez, however, is a millennial who likes hot sauce, chili powder, and peppery food. His love for all things spicy has led him to cultivate chilies on the roof deck of his...
