Long before urban gardening became prevalent, hydroponics has already been a popular method of farming that allows farmers to grow food using a nutrient-rich solution instead of soil. Eventually, urban gardeners realized the potential of hydroponics in growing food in limited spaces. Jorem Catilo,...
Greenhouse gases from cars and factories are some of the main factors that contribute to global warming. But there’s another source of emission that’s not given enough attention but is equally important: food waste. Around one-third of food produced around the world goes to waste. The...
Running a farm isn’t always as easy as it seems. While others will get the hang of it through experience, some require a little guidance from experienced farmers. Jet Serrano, the managing partner at Serrano Agri-Ventures Farm, has some of that experience that makes him a credible source on...
Orchids are a favorite among gardeners everywhere. Aside from being captivating, they’re also low-maintenance. But that doesn’t mean that plant parents don’t want the best for their babies. Michael Perry, a UK gardening expert also known as Mr. Plant Geek, shares some tips on how to not...
Shares 11 helpful tips on how to get through this harrowing experience By Michael Cheng This is the story of how our family experienced and surmounted COVID-19. We hope that it can help other families who are going through the same experience or would like to better prepare themselves for having to...
Cherries are a good addition to deserts because they’re sweet and juicy. They can also be used in a variety of products such as jams, juices, tarts, and more. There are different varieties of cherries available around the world, among them the Surinam cherry. Surinam cherries (Eugenia uniflora)...
Leggy houseplants refer to plants whose growth is focused on the stems, which are stretched out and have sparse leaves. Photo by Vadim Kaipov from Unsplash This happens because the plant is reaching in the direction of light so it can make enough energy to survive. As a result, the stems grow...
BY PATRICIA BIANCA S. TACULAO With different fruit varieties available in the Philippines, it’s no surprise that some people find it hard to distinguish one from the other. An example of this is tambis ( Syzygium aqueum ) and makopa ( Syzygium samarangense ). At first glance, both fruits look...
A video of a bride crying outside their supposed wedding reception after they were scammed by their wedding planner last Wednesday, September 22, 2021 went viral. According to the newlyweds’ photographer Jesson Argabio, the bride Cherry Pie was already satisfied with all the reviews she saw on...
Before becoming the country's second-highest government official, Vice President Leni Robredo is a mother of three daughters Aika, Tricia, and Jillian. Vice President Leni Robredo and her daughters Aika, Tricia, and Jillian (VP Leni Robredo/Facebook) Her children have always claimed that Vice...
Aside from drought, another common problem among gardeners is when it rains too much. Some gardens have excess water sitting on the surface of the ground causing the soil to be muddy and overwatering plant roots. To keep plants from drowning because of excess water, create a ditch in the...
We’re all familiar with banana trees and the fruits that they produce. Bananas have become a staple in diets as a source of potassium and vitamin C. But fruits aren’t the only distinguishing characteristic among banana trees. Several species, like the Musa ornata, owe their popularity to their...
