More than 700 trays of native rice cakes, or kankanen, were shared—and quickly devoured—during the town’s Kankanen Festival on Saturday, April 26. Read more »
Filipino researchers are embarking on a landmark project to sequence the genomes of 1,001 traditional rice varieties from across the country—aiming to uncover genetic traits that can boost yields, improve nutrition, and make crops more climate-resilient. Read more »
The MAY-KAN: Find the Juan in Region 1 event, now in its third year, offers an exciting opportunity to dive into the heart of Ilocos' vibrant food culture. Read more »
A major step toward enhancing food security in the Philippines was made with the inauguration of Ilocos Norte's first solar-powered seed warehouse. Read more »
To temporarily address the city's water scarcity, Metro Pacific Iloilo Water (MPIW) intends to construct a modular water treatment facility within eight months. Read more »
Recent discussions have raised concerns about mercury levels in canned tuna, prompting consumers and scientists to question its safety. Read more »
