Pruning is the cutting and removal of plant parts to improve their appearance and shape and control their growth, flowering, or fruiting. It is a popular practice in landscaping and ornamental crops but is also an important practice in fruit trees and vegetable production. Here are four reasons why...
As Filipinos, particularly Catholics, go on vacation in light of the Holy Week, the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) shared tips to help the public stay safe amid the Lenten season. * An Anti-Narcotics K9 of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) sniffs bags of passengers at a bus...
Alternative food sources for livestock feed are becoming increasingly important for several reasons, particularly with the rising cost of commercial feed and the need for agricultural sustainability. The cost of commercial feed is continually increasing, leading to higher production costs for...
The flowering of the crops is affected by several factors, one of which is light duration, more specifically, the length of a night. You may notice that some flowering ornamental crops only flower during a particular season of the year. Some crops need specific night lengths for them to flower,...
*(Binyamin Mellish/Pexels)* The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) declared the end of the La Niña condition last March 14, 2023, after a nearly three-year period of above-normal rainfall that affected various parts of the country. This...
Giemel Ayap is a certified coconut trader by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) and has been in the industry since 2020. Through his experience, he has become knowledgeable about the coconut production industry, gaining valuable insights into the cultivation and distribution of coconut...
Giemel Ayap is a coconut farmer and coconut seedling trader from Tiaong, Quezon. Ayap's journey to becoming a coconut farmer and seedling trader began with his previous experiences as an eggplant farmer and a swine and poultry raiser. In 2017, he was able to secure a contract farming job in Korea,...
Purchasing hybrid seeds has been the standard practice of most farmers because it promises an increased yield, improved quality, and more resistance to pests and diseases over traditional open-pollinated seeds. However, the prices of agricultural inputs, including seeds, are now increasing. This...
Saving seeds for the next cropping season has long been a way of life for many farmers. This practice resulted in the creation of heirloom crop varieties that have been passed down through generations. For many farmers, saving and storing seeds is a practical way of saving money. Instead of buying...
According to the Fertilizer and Pesticide Authority of the Philippines (FPA), “pesticides are any substance or product intended to control, prevent, destroy, repel, or mitigate any pest directly or indirectly.” Legally, all commercial pesticides are required to have a label to inform the buyers...
Joe F. Reaño is a crop research specialist who works on developing high-yielding Robusta coffee selections in the Philippines. During these times, he was also involved in programs promoting sustainable farming systems among local communities in the country. [READ: A retired crop specialist built an...
Thanks to technology, more and more non-invasive procedures are accessible. One of them is Sofwave that uses ultrasound technology to revitalize the skin by increasing the skin’s production of collagen. This treatment targets eyebrows, submental, neck, wrinkles, and fine lines, resulting in a...
