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 In a quiet farming community nestled in San Antonio, Zambales, a group of dedicated individuals is quietly revolutionizing the local livestock industry. The San Antonio Goat Raisers Association (SAGRA), once focused solely on goat production, has now made its mark through an innovative project called the Swine Artificial Insemination sa Barangay (SWAIB). What started as a shared passion has

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The idea of improving their farm first came to Enrico Batungbacal after he graduated from college. Even though he had no background in farming, he was determined to help his father develop their land. With a strong sense of purpose and a desire to learn, Enrico took the first steps toward transforming their family’s farm.  “Nagdesisyon ako na kausapin ang aking ama, sabihin sa kanya na gusto ko

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Striving hard for living and pursuing farming for future generations, the Pesa Onion and Vegetable Farmers Association of Bongabon has been an inspiration on their own stories–from the perspective of its members. Started small as farmers but grows more beyond on what they imagined.

Municipality of Bongabon is known as the leading producer of onion in the Philippines. Onion as their main crop in

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Casiguran’s Unsung Hero: How a Farmer-Turned-Advocate is Transforming Coconut Farming in Aurora

Nestled in the northeastern part of Aurora province, the municipality of Casiguran is often celebrated for its pristine beaches, lush mountains, and vibrant indigenous and local culture. Yet, beyond the natural wonders and scenic views lies one of the community’s greatest assets: its resilient and

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Harvest of Healing: A Nurse’s Journey from Caregiver to Rice Farmer

From Healing Hands to Healing Soil

Mr. Eligio Vera Cruz’s journey from a dedicated nurse in Norway to a passionate rice and organic farmer in Aliaga, Nueva Ecija is a remarkable example of compassion transcending professions. After retiring from a career focused on healing people, Mr. Vera Cruz turned his nurturing

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From Circuits to Crops: An Engineer's Cultivation of Modern Agriculture

From Electronics to Farming

Maurice Padiernos is a visionary farm owner of HappyHarvest Agricultural Learning Center and Learning Site for Agriculture (LSA) Cooperator from Gapan, Nueva Ecija. His story is about a big change from working with electronics in the United States to planting rice back home in the

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Nestled in the heart of Pura, Tarlac, The Rural Improvement Club (RIC) has been a pillar of empowerment and community development since its establishment in 1980. What started as a small initiative has grown into a thriving organization, bringing together women – retirees, working mothers, and aspiring entrepreneurs – who are eager to learn and improve their livelihoods.

Women make up

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THE REALIZATION

After a heartbreaking loss of Mr. Emmanuel Bundoc through the death of his parents, he decided to venture into organic agriculture and farming. This led to Emman started prioritizing the health of his family through producing healthy rice. He thought that all the produce in their farm was contaminated by chemicals that affected the health of his family.

“After ko minana

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With every seed sown and every harvest reaped, joy blooms in the peaceful fields of organic farming. Through organic practices, a single farmer can contribute to the development of a more resilient and sustainable agriculture for generations to come.

The Sprouting Start

Coming from a family with a strict food diet, Mrs. Jocelyn “Joy” Dariagan Reyes yearns to consume healthy food. With

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As someone who grew up in a family of farmers, Jocelyn “Joy” D. Reyes knew the hardships and significance of being a farmer which was the reason that inspired her to continue farming. It was her husband’s family that motivated her to engage in organic farming.

Organic farming produces sustainable food that is good for the body and for the environment. Because of this, she committed to

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