To promote agricultural innovation and development in the Philippines, the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) has partnered with Israel, despite ongoing war with Palestine. Read more »
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 »
