The “Ber” months have arrived! Here are some crops that you can find in abundance this September. Bayabas ( Psidium guajava ) Bayabas, generally known as guava, is among the many trees that is widely distributed throughout the Philippines. Its round fruits covered in pale green or...
Here are some crops that are abundant in August. Avocado ( Persea americana ) Avocado, sometimes known as 'alligator pear,' has a long fruiting season in the Philippines, lasting from May to September. However, in some areas, its peak season is from January to March. The avocado is one of the...
Here are some fruits that are at their peak in July. Calamansi ( Citrofortunella microcarpa ) Philippine lime, or calamansi, is a citrus fruit that is a staple in Filipino homes and is widely distributed in local markets. It is tasty and high in vitamin C, which is mainly why it’s...
Here are some crops that are abundant for the month of May and June. Duhat ( Syzygium cumini ) The Java plum, locally known as duhat or lomboy, is a tropical fruit native to several countries, including the Philippines. It has small, shiny, oblong fruits that grow in clusters. When fully mature,...
Summer is here! Go ahead, grab some ice and look out for these abundant crops that you must savor in this hot weather. Mango ( Mangifera indica ) Dubbed the Philippine national fruit, mango is the third most important fruit crop in the country. It is in season from March to June, so consume...
New year, new fruits to reap! With the abundance of crops in the Philippines all year round, keeping track of which ones are already in season can be difficult. Fret not! We’ve listed a few crops that are in season during the first quarter of the year to keep you posted. Dalanghita ( Citrus...
Here are crops to look out for this November and December. Mung bean (Vigna radiata) Mung bean, also referred to as munggo or monggo, is a legume that’s largely cultivated in Asia. It is considered one of the cheapest protein sources. Aside from plant protein, it is also rich in minerals like...
Ber-months are here! Discover the crops that are in season from September to October. Alugbati Malabar spinach, locally known as alugbati, is one of the nutrient-dense indigenous vegetables in the Philippines. The varieties that are commonly grown here are the Basella alba with green stems...
Here are crops that are abundant this July and August. Mustard ( Brassica juncea ) Mustard, or mustasa in Tagalog, is a quick-growing leafy vegetable that can be grown in less than a month. Mustasa requires full sun, but it can also tolerate partial shade. It is a non-seasonal crop that can...
Here is a list of crops that you can plant for the month of May and June. Lettuce ( Lactuca sativa ) Lettuce is a high value crop that is mainly cultivated for its leafy parts. This is the main ingredient in salads and can be consumed either raw or cooked. There are numerous lettuce...
