A common crop that home gardeners like to grow is the tomato. Some reasons behind this are because tomatoes are easy to grow and are versatile fruits that can be added to almost any dish. They can also be eaten raw or made into condiments. Gwen Librodo, a legal document automation specialist,...
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...
Established on November 16, 2018, R.O. Valerio Dairy Farm is a 7,096 sq. m. dairy farm located Sitio Gugu, San Vicente, Bacolor, Pampanga. Its owner, Randy O. Valerio for whom the farm is named after, is an Agricultural Mechanic who graduated from the Central Luzon State University (CLSU)....
Before the rise of modern medicine, people used traditional medicine to treat common ailments or administer first-aid. Plants are among the widely used ingredients in such treatments. In the Philippines, there are a plethora of medicinal plants that can even grow in one’s backyard for their...
Among the many fruits that grow in the Philippines, a favorite of many is the guava ( Psidium guajava Linn. ), locally known as bayabas. It is known for its sweet exotic flavor when ripe as well as the various health benefits of its leaves. Its tree is indigenous to American tropics, which is...
At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, food security was one of the biggest concerns among citizens because the community quarantine imposed protocols that instructed residents to stay at home for their safety which limited mobility for vehicles and businesses. To ease the concern on food...
Harboring over 52,000 described species of flora and fauna, the Philippines is one of the 17 megadiverse countries in the world. It is rich in various ecosystems that provide food, shelter, and other economic benefits for millions of people. Forests are among these valuable ecosystems that...
Throughout the Philippines, some crops are indigenous to particular areas. These crops have become a part of the culture in the places that they’re mostly found in. For instance, the himbabao is a unique-looking vegetable that commonly grows in northern Luzon, making it a favorite...
Ivy Sibincic is a Filipina journalist who is married to a Bosnian-Serb agriculturist, Slave. They have two daughters, Sofija and Natalija. Aside from sharing a bond in matrimony, the newlywed couple also has an affinity for farming and living sustainably. They manifest this interest by...
Eating is a universal language. People from all walks of life commune over food and set aside their cultural differences over a good meal. But eating isn’t the only activity that transcends time, distance, and language. Farming can also connect people and bridge gaps caused by language as well...
Growing ornamental plants have become a popular trend for the past year since these offer numerous benefits such as being able to freshen up a room, provide clean air, enhance a person’s mood, and more. Among the popular houseplants that home gardeners prefer to grow are African violets (...
The Philippines is fortunate to have rich soil and some hectares of forest that are home to several indigenous species of flora and fauna. Among these species are fruits and vegetables that have become part of the culture of several areas in the country since these have become part of their diet or...
