Society always taught us not to give up. But sometimes, giving up something important allows one to move forward and find their own happiness. Such is the case of Helen Joy Icogo Cejar, 57, a full-time agripreneur in Davao Del Sur. In 2017, Cejar decided to close her school supply store to...
Agriculture goes beyond food. It is also a source of shelter, medicine, and other products that we use in our day-to-day lives. This is why agriculture is an integral part of many industries and many entrepreneurs are keen on the idea of circling their enterprise around farming and what it has to...
La Union is one of the most popular surfing destinations in the Philippines to date. One farm that has been embracing this edge and promoting agri-tourism in the same province is Ibit’s Integrated Farm. Ibit’s Integrated Farm or Ibit’s Farm is a five-hectare agricultural land in...
Various studies have noted how shifting to a healthier lifestyle can improve one’s health and lessen the likelihood of being afflicted by various diseases. Most importantly, living a healthier lifestyle can increase the number of years a person has to live. This kind of lifestyle is what...
There is money in agriculture. Many can attest to this claim as they have made a fortune by tapping into the rich resources and opportunities of agriculture to turn a profit. And like with any other business, there are factors to consider to secure the profitability of an agriculture-related...
The Department of Agriculture (DA) and Go Negosyo, a group founded by Presidential Adviser for Entrepreneurship Joey Concepcion, will continue their partnership to train and tap more people for agribusiness mentorship. A statement showed that DA and Go Negosyo will continue implementing programs...
Since 1992, Four Jewels Aquafarm in Banga, South Cotabato has been in the business of producing food such as fish, livestock, fruits, root crops, corn, and rice. “It started as a means for us to survive poverty but later on, we found that agriculture can be a stable source of income if you...
When raising poultry, one option on raising them is by allowing them to thrive in natural conditions where they can roam and forage in a secure area. This is called free-range farming. In comparison to conventional farming, several foreign studies note that animals raised in free-range...
When engaging in business, it pays to have a competitive edge or unique selling point to be able to rise above competitors in the market. These advantages can come in different forms such as products, services, and technology. E-Primate, an aquaculture company that engages in tilapia grow-out...
Herbs play a big role in the culinary scene since it enhances the flavor and aroma of any dish. For agripreneurs, herbs open a plethora of business opportunities as these can be sold fresh or value-added into other products for extra income. Realizing the value of herbs, Joshua and Joanna...
At 44-years-old, Edwin Lindo, a warehouse assistant at the Waitrose Regional Distribution Centre in the United Kingdom, has always dreamt of retiring at 55-years-old in his hometown of Davao City. With roughly 11 years to go, Lindo is halfway through realizing his dream. “To do that, I need to...
By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Edwin Lindo, 44, is a warehouse assistant at the Waitrose Regional Distribution Centre in the United Kingdom. His goal in life is to retire at the age of 55 without having to work for a company so he can best enjoy his life before he gets old. To make his...
