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The Philippine Swine Industry stands as a cornerstone, contributing approximately 55% to the country's total Animal Industry. However, the emergence of African Swine Fever (ASF) dealt a severe blow, prompting the culling of over 300,000 pigs. Consequently, the growth rate of pork production plummeted by 20.8% in 2021, underscoring the profound impact of ASF on the industry's stability and output

In the continuous pursuit of uplifting the lives of our farmers in the Region through the introduction of modern agricultural tools for better farming decisions, a 1-day briefing and interview for the Rice Crop Manager Advisory Services (RCMAS) was conducted to the rice farmers in Baroy, Lanao del Norte on April 11, 2024.

The RCMAS is a digital agriculture service that provides farmers with

ATI Compound, POBLACION, EL SALVADOR CITY---A three-day training event on herb and spice production and utilization took place at ATI-RTC X in El Salvador City, Misamis Oriental, from March 25-27, 2024, drawing 30 agriculture extensionists, farmers, and representatives from various sectors. The training, led by Greenminds Inc. experts, including company president Reynaldo Gil "Datu" G. Lomarda, Ms

Buhian Diversified Farm, INITAO, MISAMIS ORIENTAL---The Agricultural Training Institute - Regional Training Center X (ATI-RTC X) has recently organized a Training of Trainers (TOT) program focused on Coconut Production and Management. This initiative is part of the broader efforts to improve the lives of underprivileged and marginalized coconut farmers in the region. By equipping trainers with the

In a significant stride towards empowering women, a transformative capability training program was organized in support of the National Women's Celebration Month from March 20-22, 2024, at the prestigious Lorenz International Skills Training Academy Incorporated in Gingoog City, Misamis Oriental. The event, which saw the participation of 30 women, was conducted in partnership with the City

Poblacion, EL SALVADOR CITY---In just 10 days, a Livestock-based Farm Business School (FBS) training transpired which aims to enhance farmers' entrepreneurial and management skills by utilizing a 'learning-by-doing' approach and methodology. This approach empowers farmers to actively learn, enhance their expertise, change their mindsets, and refine their skills to advance farm commercialization

“Being a Seed inspector is a very tough and exciting role. This role may be an additional workload, but the impact of being a seed inspector echoes throughout the life of not just the seed grower but the whole country”. These are words from one of the participants of the Training on Inbred Rice Seed Production and Certification for Potential Seed Inspectors as he jotted down his insights for the

Once hidden behind the challenging terrain and the treacherous slope of the mountains, hearts are now once again united in a sense of community.

The Agricultural Training Institute-Regional Training Center X (ATI-RTC X), in partnership with GreenMinds Incorporated, is currently organizing a Social Preparation Training Program in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, tailored for selected rebel returnees

Umanika Eco-Cultural Farm, MALAYBALAY CITY, BUKIDNON---Thirty young farmer leaders across the region recently engaged in a specialized training program on Stingless Beekeeping and Processing in Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. This initiative is designed to enhance the participants' knowledge and expertise in stingless bee production, management, and the creation of other byproducts.

The event

There is a rising interest in goat meat in the country, and by implementing enhanced production methods, the growing demand can be effectively met. Goats are recognized for their resilience and adaptability to diverse environmental conditions, making them a valuable resource for Filipino farmers, especially in regions with limited resources. Improving goat production through advanced management