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A bite of freshness: Five popular microgreens that you should try

Paolo Nicomedes, the owner of The Manna Farm, is an urban farmer that specializes in the growing of microgreens. With his two years of selling and producing microgreens in the food industry, he shares the most popular after microgreens that you could try to grow, taste and enjoy.

Money from microgreens: Young urban farmer finds success in growing microgreens

Paolo Nicomedes is a 23 years old student currently studying BS Agriculture at UP Los Baños. He established Manna Farm in Sucat, Muntinlupa, an agricultural venture that specializes in the cultivation of microgreens. Through Manna Farm, He aims to promote sustainable urban farming practices and encourage the younger generation to actively participate in agriculture.

Succulent myths that have to die (or else your plants will)

Succulents are popular plants that are often recommended to a lot of beginners. Although succulents are highly preferred, there are misconceptions about them that need to be discussed.

Can caladiums thrive indoors? Yes. Here’s how.

Caladiums are grown for their heart-shaped leaves with beautiful patterns and colors. It is an ornamental plant typically seen in home gardens, forests, near rivers, empty lots, and parks.

Five points to consider when starting a rooftop garden

Don Bustamante, 45, a photographer by profession, is one of the many people who have chosen to leave their career to be full-time gardeners.

Here are some things that he thinks are helpful when starting a rooftop garden.

Family matters: Vegan family grows food on a balcony

On a balcony that measures 4 ft in width and 35 ft in length, different kinds of vegetables, medicinal plants, and fruits are grown in containers.