Many individuals are blessed to have inherited farmlands from their ancestors. This helps them continue what their families have started. Others acquire their own agricultural property to start a farm, optimize productivity, and have full control of the land. Then there are those who prefer...
In botany, a produce is considered fruit when it contains seeds, while it is a vegetable if it is a plant part such as roots, leaves, and stems. Following this definition means that apples, squash, and tomatoes are fruits, while potatoes are vegetables. Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay. But...
On Mount 387, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, a patch of land that was once unproductive was transformed into a tree park filled with now over 2,000 native and fruit-bearing tree seedlings in just less than a month. Behind this so-called “BTS Tree Park” are three Filipino ARMYs (the name BTS fans call...
An announcement from Fitch Ratings last July 12 has set off alarm signals as the nation continued to grapple with COVID-19: “The revision of the Philippines' outlook to Negative reflects increasing risks to the credit profile from the impact of the pandemic and its aftermath on policy-making as...
A study in Singapore revealed that vertical greenery on buildings may lessen the impact of stress on people. While there are several studies that point to the benefits of vertical gardens on the environment, this particular study focused on the contribution of vertical greenery to one’s...
Elders always remind us not to leave any food on our plates. While this has long been part of our culture, this belief may be linked to deeper importance, aside from money and waste-related factors. Perhaps many would think wasting food should be prevented to get one’s money’s worth, but...
The growth of the Philippine population continues on a downtrend, as more families prefer a smaller family size. Total population as of May 2020 stood at 109,035,343, a 1.63 percent increase from 100,981,437 in 2015 or slower than the 1.72 percent uptick from 2010 to 2015. An analysis of the...
Seven major commodities that are responsible for deforestation are timber, palm oil, soy, cattle, rubber, cocoa, and coffee. A study by an international non-profit environmental organization reveals that among these major drivers of deforestation, palm oil firms are leading in terms of...
Stockholders of Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation are invited to participate in the Annual Stockholders’ Meeting that will be conducted virtually on August 12, 2021.
Stockholders of Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation are invited to participate in the Annual Stockholders’ Meeting that will be conducted virtually on August 12, 2021.
Sitaw (Vigna unguiculata ssp. sesquipedalis) is a high-value crop that can be produced within 50 to 65 days. This widely grown veggie is a popular ingredient in local dishes like adobong sitaw, pinakbet, and kare-kare. It is full of vitamins K and C, folic acid, protein, niacin, and more. It...
Retirement may be a comforting idea, but on the other hand, this season can be filled with different emotional phases, including wanting to reestablish one’s old working routine. Lito Dimaculangan, 58, a native of Batangas, is familiar with this feeling. Dimaculangan, an accountant by...
