(congerdesign/Pixabay) As a backyard gardener, there's something truly satisfying about growing your own vegetables. Not only do you get to enjoy the taste of fresh produce, but you also have the opportunity to experiment and create unique varieties tailored to your preferences. While commercial...
Joshua Hoehne/Unsplash Most people often wonder how to make the most of their organic kitchen waste. After all, what could be better than recycling and using it to nourish plants? Organic kitchen waste refers to biodegradable materials such as fruit and vegetable scraps, coffee grounds, eggshells,...
June is a special month in the Philippines, as it marks the onset of the rainy season and the blooming of many beautiful orchid species. As the rains begin to fall, orchids that have been dormant during the dry season are triggered to start growing and producing flowers, bringing color and life to...
June marks the beginning of the rainy season in the Philippines, with frequent rain showers and occasional typhoons. Here are some crops that thrive in wet conditions. Squash *(Cucurbita maxima)* Squash, also known as kalabasa, is a popular year-round vegetable in the Philippines. It is a viny,...
Jefte Dangalan is the owner of Tessie Mushroom House in Pugo, La Union. Dangalan used to work as a quality control welding inspector in Saudi Arabia. His agribusiness story began with his return to the Philippines in 2017, prompted by his mother's unfortunate stroke. As a single individual without...
(Markus Spiske/Unsplash) * * It's important to consider the compatibility of different plants before planting them near each other. Just like people, plants have their preferences and dislikes when it comes to their neighbors. Plant incompatibility refers to the phenomenon where certain plants,...
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...
(Bibhukalyan Acharya/Pexels) The rainy season in the Philippines typically lasts from June to November, and while it brings much needed relief from the scorching heat of summer, it can also pose significant challenges for farmers and gardeners. Heavy rains can damage crops and lead to reduced...
(Samuel Jerónimo/Unsplash) Agricultural burning, also known as slash-and-burn agriculture or kaingin, is a traditional practice that involves the cutting and burning of vegetation to clear land for farming. It has been a common farming practice in the Philippines for centuries, particularly...
What farming and motherhood have in common is that it takes dedication, patience, and instinct to raise seedlings or children to their full potential. Being a farmer isn’t easy, and motherhood isn’t a breeze either, but how about those who do both? Mother’s Day is coming close! Aside from...
( Karolina Grabowska/Pexels) Earthworms play a crucial role in agriculture and have been used as a sustainable method of improving soil quality. One of the ways that earthworms benefit agriculture is by improving soil structure. They create tunnels and burrows in the soil, which increases soil...
Purchasing hybrid seeds has been the standard practice of most farmers because it promises an increased yield, improved quality, and more resistance to pests and diseases over traditional open-pollinated seeds. However, the prices of agricultural inputs, including seeds, are now increasing. This...
