For Filipino farmers, calamities such as typhoons, floods, pests, and diseases are harsh realities that threaten their livelihoods. This makes it crucial for them to have protection against these unforeseen disasters. This is where the Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation (PCIC) steps in....
Agriculture engineer Jose Emie Siojo is recognized for his pioneering work in introducing advanced greenhouse technologies to the Philippines. Yet as he pushes farmers toward modernization, he emphasizes a crucial piece of advice for aspiring farmers: identify your market first before going into...
AVANT GARDENER Yvette Tan This year will mark Agriculture magazine’s 25th anniversary. The magazine’s first issue appeared on the newsstands in October 1997 with the headlines “Alfredo Rivera: He developed his market before going into full production” and “El Nino and our Fisheries.”...