Michael Castro, known as Mr. Chix on social media, owns a poultry breeder farm in Guagua, Pampanga. The farm offers a diverse selection of chicken, duck, and turkey breeds. With almost two years of experience in the industry, Castro has identified the most popular chicken breeds among his clients,...
ONE FOR THE ROAD Last month, the House of Representatives committee unanimously approved a bill reinstating absolute divorce, which has ruffled the usual feathers and revived an age old debate that has gone way past its shelf life. Now before I weigh in on this, let me just say that if you are...
New York, United States (AFP) -- The Philadelphia 76ers shook off the absence of Joel Embiid to sweep Brooklyn out of the NBA playoffs on Saturday, April 22, as the Phoenix Suns closed in on a second-round berth and the Los Angeles Lakers made a statement against Memphis. *Paul Reed of the...
Tomato plants can benefit from artificial pollination, especially in greenhouse settings where natural pollinators may not be present or sufficient. (Martinez Gonzalez/Pexels) Pollination is the process by which pollen grains from the male part of a flower are transferred to the female part of the...
(Martin Lopez/Pexels) The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) held a conference on April 14, 2023, to present the DOST Genomics programs. The event, with the theme "From Labs to Lives: Impact of DOST-led Genomics Program in PH, Pananaliksik para sa Kalusugan, Kayamanan at katagalan," was...
Bamboo is a widely distributed plant in the Philippines and is considered one of the country's versatile non-timber forest products as it is commonly used for construction purposes, furniture, handicrafts, and as an ingredient in Filipino cuisine. Bamboo has been gaining popularity in recent years...
Here are five crops you can grow in the hot summer month of April. Hyacinth bean/Bataw ( *Lablab purpureus* ) Hyacinth bean, locally known as bataw, is a legume grown for its young tender pods, young leaves, or mature seeds that are used in cooking. Some farmers use the hyacinth bean as fodder for...
Bananas are classified as climacteric fruits, as they produce ethylene gas during the ripening process which triggers the fruit to ripen even after it has been harvested. (Yoendry Prieto/Pexels) There are several reasons why someone might want to hasten the ripening process of fruits or vegetables....
Cover crops protect the soil during periods when the field is not in use for crop production. (Artur Roman/Pexels) Regenerative agriculture is an approach to farming that focuses on rebuilding soil health, promoting biodiversity, and reducing the use of synthetic inputs. Regenerative agriculture...
Knowing the maturity indices can help retailers and consumers to identify when vegetables are at their freshest and most nutritious. (Kampus Production/Pexels) It is essential to know when crops are ready for harvest. If harvested too early, the produce may not reach its full potential in terms of...
Safe food processing practice in food factory (Mark Stebnic/Pexels) The food we eat is essential for our health and wellbeing, but the presence of toxic substances in our food can pose significant risks to human health. These toxins can come from a variety of sources, including agricultural...
LOS ANGELES (AFP) -- LeBron James scored 30 points as the Los Angeles Lakers muscled their way into the NBA playoffs on Tuesday, April 11, with a thrilling come-from-behind 108-102 overtime victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves. *LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts a layup in front...
