IFEX Philippines NXTFood Asia markets the different flavors of the Philippines and the whole Asian region

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By Nikky Necessario Photos by Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Now on its 13th year, International Food Exhibit (IFEX) Philippines presents NXTFood ASia, which aims... Read More...

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6th Moringa Congress promotes malunggay as a solution to malnutrition

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao The 6th Moringa National Congress and Exhibit revolved around the central theme of producing, processing, and promoting malungg... Read More...

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Youths hold party to shed light on the problem of food waste

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By Nikky Necessario In line with the month-long celebration of the first ever National Food Month, the second World Disco Soup Day (WDSD) commenced at the St... Read More...

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DA aims to propel adlai, tsokolate to global market

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By Nikky Necessario During the first ever launching of every April as a National Food Month, Department of Agriculture Undersecretary Evelyn S. Laviña promot... Read More...

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Solar-powered irrigation set to boost rice production in Sibalom

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A recently completed solar-powered irrigation system (SPIS) in Sibalom, Antique aims to increase farmers’ average yield of 3.7 metric tons to 4.5 metric tons pe... Read More...

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Long-lost ‘fairy lantern’ species found in Malaysia after 151 years

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After 151 years of absence, the Thismia neptunis has once again been seen in Borneo, Malaysia. It was first drawn by Odoardo Beccari, an italian botanist, back ... Read More...

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DA Launches ‘Tinda sa Parola’ in Iloilo

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By Shiela Mae H. Toreno (DA-6 Information) Aiming to connect farmers directly with consumers, the Department of Agriculture (DA) Regional Field Office rece... Read More...

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Producers Put Their Best Food Forward at Expo

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With the globalization of the food trade, the challenge of keeping up with the changes in consumption and demand due to economic growth rises apace. The 14t... Read More...

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AgriTalk 2019 holds its first leg in Palawan

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao For its first session for the year, AgriTalk kicked off at SM City Puerto Princesa, Palawan last April 5. More than 200 far... Read More...

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4th annual Cactus Fiesta Fair launched

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The annual Cactus Fiesta Fair officially opened at the UN Square in Manila. The fair is hosted by the National Cactus and Succulent Organization of the Phil... Read More...

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Manila’s cactus fair

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In line with the cactus society's tradition, the fourth run of the Cactus Fiesta Fair will be launched on April 5 - 7, 2019 at UN Square in Manila. The cactu... Read More...

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28th National Hog Convention pushes to support local pig farmers

Patricia Bianca S. Taculao

By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Now on its 28th year, the National Hog Convention and Trade Exhibit, with its theme “Eat Pinoy Pork. Support Our Farmers,” focu... Read More...

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First ever ‘Filipino Food Month’ launched

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By Nikky Necessario Event photos by Jules Vivas The Philippine Culinary Heritage Movement (PCHM), together with the Manila Hotel, in cooperation with the De... Read More...

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Celebrating a Successful Partnership Between the East and the West

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East-West Seed recently paid tribute to the successful partnership between its two pioneers, Dutch seedsman Simon N. Groot and Filipino seed trader Benito M. D... Read More...

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Bouquet of art in canvas as a celebration for National Women’s Month

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By Nikky F. Necessario National Commission for the Culture and the Arts (NCCA) opened its doors for the “Floral Splendour” exhibit curated by Cid Reyes. The... Read More...

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Coffee Science Center launches first Manila Coffee Festival

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao The first ever Manila Coffee Festival 2019 brought together caffeine lovers from all walks of life to celebrate the best of Phi... Read More...

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WWF launches sustainable dining project

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao The World Wide Fund for Nature-Philippines (WWF-PH) recently launched a project aimed at transforming the food service sector i... Read More...

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Bonsai, ikebana, and suiseki masterpieces showcased at first-ever Philippine show

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao Over 200 bonsai trees, suiseki viewing stones, and ikebana creations are currently on display in the first one-of-a-kind exhibi... Read More...

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UPLB establishes two foodscaping demo-gardens

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Edible landscaping is the practice of growing organic vegetables, fruits, and more in a landscaped garden setting. It was pioneered by the late Dr. Leonido R. N... Read More...

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New plant species discovered in the Philippines

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By Patricia Bianca S. Taculao There are around 10,000 to 14,000 plant species found in the Philippines that are currently on record. About half of these are ... Read More...

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