House Speaker Martin Romualdez (Speaker’s office) House Speaker Martin Romualdez hailed the Department of Agriculture (DA) on Sunday, Aug. 13 for swiftly opening up discussions with Vietnam and India to ensure adequate supply of rice for Filipinos at affordable...
Food is sourced from various food-related enterprises and redistributed to communities in the Philippines. (SOS Philippines) In a significant step towards combating food waste and addressing food insecurity, Scholars of Sustenance (SOS), a global food rescue foundation, organized the Zero Summit...
Samuel Mercader, owner of the Mercader’s Dairy Farm, grazing his buffalo. ( Mercader’s Dairy Farm) Samuel Mercader is a 48-year-old farmer who owns Mercader’s Dairy Farm in Brgy. San Agustin, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija. Despite not having the opportunity to pursue a formal education, Samuel's...
ILOILO CITY – The Department of Agriculture (DA) awarded 42 young farmers from across Western Visayas region with a financial grant. “This not only lifts your business but also your family’s future. Secure a future for your family. Be the catalyst of change for your generation. Be an...
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Thursday, Aug. 10, expressed the Philippines’ willingness to help Zimbabwe develop its agricultural sector to make it more food sufficient. (From left) Ambassador Constance Chemwayi of Zimbabwe and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. shake hands during...
Corn (Livier Garcia/Pexels) Corn is a major crop in the Philippines, providing many people with food, feed, and income. However, the presence of aflatoxin poses a significant threat to both human health and the agricultural industry. Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring mycotoxin produced by certain...
Wild and natural form of the waling-waling orchid flower. (Manila Bulletin Agriculture) The waling-waling orchid, scientifically known as Vanda sanderiana , is a stunning and highly prized orchid species native to the Philippines. Also referred to as the "Queen of Philippine Flowers," the...
With the rainy season gradually tapering off and making way for a transition to cooler temperatures, here are recommended crops to plant in the month of August. Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) Malunggay is a highly nutritious and fast-growing tree that is commonly found in the Philippines. It is...
Home cooks were taught urban gardening at Lipa Integrated Coffee Center. (Nestlé Philippines) The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI) and Nestlé Philippines, in collaboration with the MAGGI Sarap Sustansya Advocacy, made a significant announcement regarding their...
Senator Christopher "Bong" Go has echoed calls for an immediate and stronger government interventions in the agricultural sector amid concerns of possible tighter supply of rice following India’s export ban. “What is important is our Department of Agriculture (DA); the government needs...
Edna Sanchez retired from her 28-year career at Meralco in January 2008. After spending many years working behind a desk, she yearned for a change of pace and wanted to pursue her passion for landscaping, which she had previously dabbled in as a hobby and sideline. It was during this time...
Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Secretary Amenah Pangandaman on Thursday, Aug. 3, denied that the agriculture sector will get a lower budget allocation under the proposed P5.768-trillion National Expenditure Program (NEP) for 2024. Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman (RTVM screenshot) She...
