Microgreens are miniature versions of leafy greens and herbs that are harvested when they are in their early stages of growth. These nutrient-packed greens provide concentrated levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, while their tender and delicate nature allows for easy incorporation into a...
Paolo Nicomedes is a 23 years old student currently studying BS Agriculture at UP Los Baños. He established Manna Farm in Sucat, Muntinlupa, an agricultural venture that specializes in the cultivation of microgreens. Through Manna Farm, He aims to promote sustainable urban farming practices and...
SOX Peppers, owned by brothers Josue M. Carmen Jr. and Samuel Carmen, is a thriving chili pepper farm located in Region XII, specifically in Centrala Surallah, South Cotabato, Philippines. Their journey began with their respective career transitions, leading them to explore the potential of the...
BACOLOD CITY – A farmer was hacked to death by his 29-year-old distant relative in Barangay Minautok, Calatrava, Negros Occidental on Monday, May 15. A DRUNKEN farmer was hacked dead by his distant relative, following a heated argument in Barangay Minautok, Calatrava, Negros Occidental, on Monday,...
Amelia Rosales’s primary crop is cabbage grown near Mt. Banahaw. (*James Tababa)* At 54 years old, Amelia Rosales has dedicated her life to farming. She began in 1986, at the age of 18, following her parents' footsteps. With limited education, she viewed farming as both her livelihood and a form...
TABUK CITY, Kalinga – Police arrested a farmer for illegal drugs during the implementation of a search warrant in her house in Barangay Lacnog East here on Sunday, May 7. Suspect Marcelina Laguinday Eugenio, alias “Salen,” was listed as a high-value individual (HVI) drug personality and was...
CALACA CITY, Batangas – A 40-year-old farmer allegedly stabbed a 21-year-old to death during a debut party on Sunday afternoon, May 7, in Barangay Cahil, here. Police identified the victim as Carlo Caag, single. Investigation said the victim was standing on the terrace of the debutante's...
Young farmers challenge awardees and DA-assisted MSMEs showcased their products. (*James Tababa*) After a temporary break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Philippine Food Expo is finally making its grand return. As the only all-Filipino food show in the country, it is expected to be one of the...
Castro with a male Rhode Island Red chicken. (Mr. Chix Farm) Michael Castro, a graduate of Mechanical Engineering in March 2021, was challenged to look for a job due to the pandemic, which motivated him to explore alternative sources of earing income from home. Castro decided to venture into...
Bamboo is a widely distributed plant in the Philippines and is considered one of the country's versatile non-timber forest products as it is commonly used for construction purposes, furniture, handicrafts, and as an ingredient in Filipino cuisine. Bamboo has been gaining popularity in recent years...
BACOLOD CITY – The Leonardo Panaligan Command (LPC) of the New People's Army (NPA)-Central Negros Guerrilla Front has claimed responsibility for the killing of a farmer in Barangay Macagahay, Moises Padilla, Negros Occidental on Easter Sunday. Police said the victim, 63-year-old Danilo...
Reimond Silvestre is the general manager of the South Bend farm in Lipa City, Batangas, which belongs to the SEC-registered company, Ielements Group Inc. Prior to his career in farming, Silvestre earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from San Beda College and successfully passed the board...
