Tagaytay farmer’s photos show fields damaged by ashfall

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Taal Volcano’s eruption has displaced people and animals and destroyed crops and nearby flora. Its ashfall cloud reached about 55,000 feet, reaching as far as N... Read More...

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Magnet-powered irrigation system that uses no electricity introduced

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By Yvette Tan Irrigation can be important to crop health, but it can be expensive and when implemented poorly, can result in wastage. A Frenchman has invente... Read More...

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Improving environmental conditions through regenerative agricultural practices

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For more than 20 years, American cattle farmer Will Harris depended on the conventional way of cultivating his livestock. Today, he holistically manages his 2,5... Read More...

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Farm to market road opened in San Fernando, Cam Sur

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One of the biggest challenges faced by local farmers is the lack of roads that allows them to bring their produce to market while still at the peak of freshness... Read More...

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Wiser with Waiss: Introducing Sarai’s smart irrigation technology

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By Ofelia F. Domingo When irrigation water is scarce, especially in times of drought, conserving water is more than just a necessity. It is even wiser to pla... Read More...

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Farmer appeals for help for farms destroyed by Taal ashfall

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The eruption of Taal Volcano last January 12 has displaced many lives and has put the area on high alert, as the volcano spewed ash that reached as far as North... Read More...

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Protecting onion and garlic from infestation through smart ICT applications

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By Ofelia F. Domingo, DOST-PCAARD S&T Media Services Farmers, local government units of Nueva Ecija, and neighboring onion and garlic growing provinces h... Read More...

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Communal fruit trees to be available in Copenhagen’s public spaces

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Fruit trees will now be available in public places in Copenhagen, Denmark. With the aim of reconnecting people and local flora, the council of the said city vot... Read More...

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Upscaling wild grass into quality hand-woven accessories

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao When it comes to accessories like bags, we tend to opt for those made from quality material so the item can survive the inevita... Read More...

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Protecting soil quality with vetiver grass

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Soil is an important aspect of the ecosystem. In farming, it is a natural resource that provides crops with the nutrients neces... Read More...

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Company transforms ground coffee waste into reusable and eco-friendly coffee cups

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Coffee in the morning is a great way to start your day, however drinking coffee results in a lot of waste materials, not just from the cups and lids, but also f... Read More...

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Foodshed project aims to make partner communities food secure while earning a profit

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By Yvette Tan Sometimes, getting a community to consider agriculture as a means of securing food security as well as a viable means of livelihood starts with... Read More...

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Cavite coffee farmers encouraged to ‘pick red cherries’ for fine Robusta

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By Yvette Tan Earlier this year, the Philippine Coffee Board, together with the Amadeo, Cavite local government, launched Pick Red ‘Fine Robusta,’ a campaign... Read More...

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Luxury integrated resort takes steps toward sustainability

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Following its commitment to long-term sustainable programs, City of Dreams Manila has established eco-efficient operations such... Read More...

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Scientists find that plants scream when in pain

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Research found that environmental stress can cause some plants to emit high frequency distress sounds. Researchers placed a microphone ten centimeters away from... Read More...

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Bolivia aims to be self-sufficiently food secure by 2020

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To support small and medium farmers, the government of Bolivia invested $40 million for food production to ensure a food secure country by 2020. According to Ma... Read More...

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Malunggay helps in healthy nation building

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By Randy V. Urlanda Children are vital to the nation’s future. To assure a healthy child, our maternal ancestors fed newly delivered mothers of yore a steami... Read More...

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ASEAN contrasting narrative of agriculture

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By Rolando Dy Why is rural poverty the Philippines (30 percent) about 2.5 times that of ASEAN peers? The reasons emanate from agriculture growth and exports.... Read More...

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WV farmers urged to report crop pest incidents immediately

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By Sheila Mae H. Toreno, DA-RAFIS 6 Farmers shall immediately report any cases of pest and diseases incidents in their areas to curb damage on crops especial... Read More...

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Italy passes law to end food-waste

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Italy is aiming to end food-waste. Instead of throwing away unsold goods, Italy wants businesses to donate them to charity. The bill received great support from... Read More...

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