Researchers from Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) in Pampanga have made an exciting discovery: spent coffee grounds (SCG) can be used to create stronger, eco-friendly concrete blocks. Read more »
A groundbreaking innovation in agriculture is set to help Philippine farmers reduce their environmental footprint: biodegradable paper mulch. This eco-friendly alternative to plastic mulches offers a sustainable solution to the environmental challenges posed by synthetic materials in farming. Read more »
In the Philippines, rice farming is a vital part of the economy, but the majority of farmers are landless. Over 2.4 million Filipinos work the land, yet more than 50% are tenants, relying on a share tenancy system where they till land they don’t own in exchange for a portion of the harvest. Read more »
Top officials from the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) declared that the Philippine government will not seek importation until the middle of next year due to a stable domestic supply of both raw and refined sugar. Read more »
Fishing has been a lifeline for Alejandro Alcones and countless others for decades, but the Philippine government's proposal to install floating solar panels on Laguna de Bay is now casting a shadow over this traditional way of life. Read more »
Senators Grace Poe and Cynthia Villar convened to amend the Animal Welfare Act, addressing critical issues such as animal overpopulation, rabies incidence, and the inadequacy of existing animal welfare programs. Read more »
