(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,...
 (Priscilla Du Preez/Unsplash) Gardening is a popular hobby that allows people to connect with nature and beautify their surroundings. However, not all gardens have access to abundant sunlight. Shady areas pose a challenge for gardeners, but with the right knowledge and techniques, it is...
(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,...
( Anna Shvets/Pexels) Silage is a valuable feed option for livestock, especially during the rainy season when grazing becomes challenging or unfavorable. It provides a nutrient-rich and easily digestible source of forage. It is a form of fermented feed that helps ensure a continuous and nutritious...
(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...
A trellis is a framework made of interwoven or intersecting pieces of wood, bamboo, metal, or plastic, designed to support climbing or vining plants in a garden or landscape setting. Trellises provide essential structural support for plants, enabling them to grow vertically rather than spreading...
(Kenan Kitchen/Unsplash) Intercropping is a farming practice that involves planting two or more crops simultaneously in the same field. This practice is often used to improve soil health and increase crop yields. Intercropping has been practiced for thousands of years and is still a popular...
Here are the recommended crops to plant in the last month of the dry season. Lemon grass ( *Cymbopogon citratus* ) Lemon grass, locally known as tanglad, is a member of the grass family grown for its aroma and oil. It is usually added to rice and as stuffing in roasted dishes. The oil can be...
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...
(Tima Miroshnichenko/Pexels) Soil or planting media sterilization is the process of killing harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and pests that can be present in soil or planting media before planting seeds or seedlings. It is important in gardening because it helps to prevent the spread...
