Tag: #vina medenilla
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The final course: WWF-Philippines celebrates sustainable dining in the Philippines
Elders always remind us not to leave any food on our plates. While this has long been part of our culture, this belief may be linked to deeper importance, aside from money and waste-related factors. Perhaps many would think wasting food should be prevented to get one’s money’s worth, but there’s more to it than that.
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How to plant and grow kangkong
Water spinach or kangkong is a fast-growing crop that is abundant with vitamins and minerals. Kangkong can be grown in two ways: cuttings and seeds. Either way, the health of the growing media will determine the success of the plant’s growth.
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Farming Juana: Loren Legarda grows food on her farm
From being a broadcast journalist to a three-term senator and now, a deputy speaker of the House of Representatives and congresswoman of the lone district of Antique, Lorna Regina Bautista Legarda, or Loren Legarda, is a notable Filipina who is recognized for her contributions in various fields and advocacies, including environmental protection.
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Two-month challenge: Guide to growing sitaw
Sitaw is a high-value crop that can be produced within 50 to 65 days. This widely grown veggie is a popular ingredient in local dishes like adobong sitaw, pinakbet, and kare-kare.
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‘PLANT’: Five things to consider when establishing a plant shop
What matters the most when managing an agribusiness is strengthening its foundation so that it can thrive even after the pandemic.
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Longtime horticultural worker builds own plant shop in his 300 sqm garage
Retirement may be a comforting idea, but on the other hand, this season can be filled with different emotional phases, including wanting to reestablish one’s old working routine.
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Staying relevant: 6 tips on promoting an agribusiness on social media
Many businesses have shifted online, which makes establishing a social media presence highly beneficial. Having a physical store is also currently a disadvantage due to the health risks and other consequences ensued by the COVID-19 crisis.
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Yum, yum, yum: Chef Boy Logro grows food in Davao de Oro farm
When the name Pablo “Chef Boy” Logro, comes to mind, many would describe him as a celebrity chef who has not only been sharing his scrumptious recipes, but also someone who spreads his vibrant, positive energy through the small screen.
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Long chili (Siling haba): a beginner’s guide
Long chili (Capsicum annuum), also referred to as siling haba or siling panigang, is extensively grown in the Philippines. It is rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, folic acid, and fiber.
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Steps to properly sow and keep your squash plants lush
Another vegetable that is widely consumed by Filipinos is kalabasa or squash (Cucurbita maxima). It contains vitamins and minerals that the body needs such as vitamins A, C, B1, B6, and B3, as well as potassium. It also has beta carotene that serves as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.
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For a not so bitter experience: Guide to growing ampalaya plants
Ampalaya, or bitter gourd (Momordica charantia), is a crop that is suitable for year-round cultivation in the Philippines, though thrives best if grown from October to February. It must be planted in soil with pH levels 6 to 6.7.
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Registered nurse pursues longtime farming dream after leaving profession
Cherofel Gabuna, 39, a registered nurse from Libacao, Aklan, is among those people who took different jobs before truly finding a work that they see themselves engaging in in the long run.
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Five tips when growing vegetables in a foreign land
Nikka Veronni Factolerin Espinili-Restovic, is a seafarer turned Filipina gardener in Serbia. Here, she shares the basics of growing vegetables, even outside the native soil.
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Filipina farms in Serbia in hopes of sharing Pinoy recipes and veggies with family and locals
Nikka Veronni Factolerin Espinili-Restovic, 32, a native of Batangas, spent several years overseas working in different jobs, from being a hotelier to being a seafarer.
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A starter’s guide to growing edible kabute
Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) is a common variety of edible mushroom grown in the Philippines. It comes in pink, yellow, white, grey, and black, with white and grey being the more prevalent types.
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Tomato: A crop you can grow in a few months
Tomato or kamatis (Solanum lycopersicum) is a common plant grown by many home gardeners because it is easy to care for and fast-growing.
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Cows like a good scratch as much as they like to access fresh feed
The pleasure of having to scratch an itch is something that not only humans can understand, but cows, too.
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Philippine native tree that resembles Japan’s cherry blossoms grows in Rizal
Many Pinoys are fascinated by the famous cherry blossoms of Japan. Now, there is no need to travel far because there are native trees in the Philippines that are just as beautiful as the Sakura.