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The Benefits of Farm-to-Market Roads in PH
Farm-to-market roads (FMRs) are essential infrastructure projects that boost rural communities, especially farmers. These roads connect farms to larger markets,…
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Agricultural Smuggling: A Threat to our Economic Stability
In recent years, agricultural smuggling has emerged as a critical challenge for the Philippines, undermining the nation’s economy and jeopardizing…
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Rinorea niccolifera: A Plant That Eats Metal and Soil Pollutants
In the rich and diverse ecosystems of the Philippines, scientists have discovered an amazing plant that can absorb metals from…
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Crop Killers: Armyworms and How It Threatens PH Food Supply
The Philippines is known for its rich farmland, but a tiny pest called the armyworm is causing big problems. These…
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Food Crisis on the Horizon: We Need to Prepare
In a world facing numerous challenges, ensuring food security is of paramount importance. Here in our country, agriculture is the…
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Lakambini Rice: PH Made High Quality Rice
The agricultural landscape of the Philippines is witnessing a revolutionary change. How? Well, that is because PhilRice will be introducing…
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Big-Time Onion Smuggler Arrested: Villar Calls for Tougher Laws
In a recent development, a man named Jayson de Roxas Taculog found himself at the center of controversy, accused of…
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Agarwood Business: Tapping into the Fragrance Market
In recent years, the global demand for agarwood, also known as “oud” or “gaharu,” has been steadily rising. Derived from…
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Philippines Single-Origin Coffee: Ready for the World
The Philippines is a treasure trove of diverse cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unique flavors. Among its many delights, Philippines single-origin…
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High Times: Are more PH farmers planting marijuana?
In late August, a certain Primitivo Ardimer eluded arrest for planting marijuana in Sitio Mit-oil in Barangay Tagbao (Cebu). The…
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