Gaming connects millions of people worldwide. It is not surprising that the online gaming industry continues to grow, but a trend is getting clearer: more and more games are now about growing things. Dinkum farming game. (Screenshot from Dinkum) The response to a newly developed farming video...
Citing a “request” from President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., the Israeli Ambassador to Manila Ilan Fluss said that his country is ready to assist the Philippines in transitioning from traditional farming to modern smart agricultural practices that will improve the country’s largest...
Like other industries, agriculture is both a contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and a recipient of the consequences of the resulting climate crisis. However, compared to other sectors, it is much more vulnerable to climate impacts. Agribusinesses need to adapt to the ongoing climate change and...
By RALPH LAUREN ABAINZA Amidst the growing concern about the rise in global food insecurity, the United Nations Committee on World Food Security (UN-CFS) held its 50th session in Rome, Italy, last October 10-13, 2022. More than 1,500 delegates from around the globe participated in the sessions...
Throughout human history, agriculture served as the nation's foundation, with food security often determining the fates of the governments. With the worsening effects of climate change, agriculture will face more environmental pressure than ever. Unless society rethinks its ways of sustainability,...
Agriculture is considered the backbone of human civilization. The farmers that cultivate crops are fulfilling the needs of the ever-growing population. However, just like everyone else, they are exposed to different issues and problems that may affect their mental health. Photo from Tom...
By RALPH LAUREN ABAINZA South Korean boyband Seventeen held a two-night concert in Manila last October 8 and 9, 2022 as part of their “Be The Sun” world tour. Frequent visitors since 2016, the highly-talented idol group continues to mesmerize their Filipino fans, whom they endearingly call...
Korean dramas cover a lot of themes both in and out of the realm of reality, and scenes showing characters involved in any form of farming and fishing are no exception. Here’s a list of Korean dramas that touched on farming and fishing life–both in the ground and under the sea. Warning: This...
Submitted by Juny F. Diacamos I’m Juny F. Diacamos, 37 years old, single, from Centro Ranao-Pilayan, Upi, Maguindanao. Juny Diacamos and companions. (Diacamos) My last three jobs were as an account manager and general trade manager of two multinational companies, and branch manager of a...
Who says farm activities are only for men? A new study by the Philippine Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (PCAF) disclosed that a growing number of women are now playing increasing roles in rice farming. (Photo courtesy of Pexels) The study, “Enhancing Gender Outcomes of Different...
It can be overwhelming to build a farm from the ground up. With the proper system, budgeting, preparation, and knowledge, one can get off to a good start and make the experience manageable along the way. Michael and Angeli Pascual, the couple who run Bukid Iluminada in Quezon province, shared their...
As the prices of food and other basic commodities continue to soar, the AGRI Party-list has filed a bill that promotes urban agriculture and enlists the youth’s participation in food security. “We need to explore urban agriculture and vertical farming in our efforts to address our country's...
