President Marcos has urged a long-time farmers' federation to help the government in improving the country's agriculture sector, particularly in terms of productivity. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. (Betheena Unite) Stressing that the agriculture sector has long been neglected, Marcos...
Local government units (LGUs) were urged by the Department of Agriculture (DA) to declare a state of calamity in order to access a disaster program budget amid African Swine Fever (ASF) incidents. (MB File Photo) “This (declaring a state of calamity) will allow them to access disaster funds to...
Sen. Cynthia Villar believes that the country's heroes, fishermen as well as farmers ought to be given support through important policies and laws. She made the statement during the World Bread Day, World Food Day, and the World Pandesal Day celebrations held at Kamuning Cafe in Manila....
Senator Cynthia Villar on Tuesday, October 17 vehemently opposed the P10-billion allocation for the importation of chemical fertilizer, and urged the government to promote the use of organic fertilizers instead which is more cost effective. Sen. Cynthia A. Villar, chairperson of the...
National women's alliance GABRIELA on Sunday, Oct. 15, joined the Amihan National Federation of Peasant Women at the Mendiola Peace Arch to plead for a "concrete" action from the government towards the price hike in rice. Farmers at Baliwag Bulacan dry palay along the road on Oct. 9, 2023. (Noel B....
Mergene plans to transform his farm into an agritourism destination and an agricultural learning center in the near future. ( Kahit Munti Integrated Farm ) Mergene Ferrer, at the age of 28, is the owner of Kahit Munti Integrated Farm in Mapandan, Pangasinan. Mergene's interest in farming was deeply...
Agriculture in the Philippines must be industrialized given the increasing demand, President Marcos said. Poultry megafarm of the San Miguel Foods in Hagonoy, Davao del Sur (Photo courtesy of PCO) Stressing that demand on agricultural products keeps rising amid various factors such as population...
A technology developed by a university that monitors crop production data can be utilized in formulating policy recommendations on inflation, the National Economic and Development Authority said. The Project SARAI, or the Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry in the...
Ensuring the proper care of coconut seedlings immediately after their purchase from the nursery is of utmost importance for their long-term health and productivity. These young coconut plants are at a critical stage of development, and their early care significantly influences their future growth...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) should strengthen its support for agricultural workers to help ensure food security in the country, Sen. Christopher “Bong” Go said. Go, vice chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, made the statement following the release of a recent Pulse Asia...
The Tacunan dwarf coconut variety is known for its exceptionally thick coconut meat, surpassing that of many other coconut varieties. ( Pantollano Coconut Farm ) Lloyd Pantollano, the owner of Pantollano Coconut Farm, is a certified producer of dwarf coconuts in Davao City. Holding accreditation...
Pacita ‘Chit’ Juan, the founder of the ECHOStore, a social entrepreneur, and an advocate of sustainable farming. (Noel Pabalate) Pacita 'Chit' Juan, the founder of the ECHOStore, is a notable figure in the world of social entrepreneurship and sustainability. Her passionate advocacy revolves...
