Did you know that the Philippine mango industry supports 2.5 million farmers and contributes over ₱17.91 billion to our agricultural economy? With a combined domestic and export value of ₱41.60 billion, it's no surprise that the Carabao Mango–or the Philippine Super Mango–is recognized as one of the world’s finest.
Now is your chance to dive into this thriving industry with our newest course
.....read moreCoconut hybridization is a vital practice in modern agriculture. By combining the best traits of tall and dwarf coconut varieties, farmers can increase yields, improve disease resistance, and enhance the overall quality of their harvests.
Here’s how it works: parent palms carefully identified based on desirable characteristics and genetic potential. Dwarf varieties, known for their precocity
.....read moreDid You Know? Quails are considered "game" or "hunting" birds, and their eggs are packed with more nutrients than the chicken eggs we usually eat. Rich in iron, quail eggs help boost immunity, improve memory, enhance brain function, and increase hemoglobin levels, promoting overall health.
In the Philippines, the demand for quail meat and eggs is growing rapidly, particularly in restaurants
.....read moreBananas are one of the most widely grown and economically significant fruit crops in the Philippines, generating approximately $200-million annually from fresh fruit exports. As the country’s major export earner after coconut and prawns, bananas are vital to rural livelihoods and agricultural growth. In 2005, the Philippines ranked fifth globally in banana production volume, solidifying its role
.....read moreDid you know that banana aphids can be winged or wingless? The wingless aphids have a shiny brown dorsal part, while the winged aphids have a very prominent dark wing venation. These pests are typically found between the leaf sheaths and at the base of the trunk. Although they don’t directly cause significant damage to the banana plant, they are responsible for transmitting the deadly banana
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PUERTO PRINCESA, Palawan – The Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) sets foot into the realm of providing further support services for the Philippine rabbitry industry through the Training Course on the Fundamentals of Rabbitry Production and Designing for Urban and Peri-urban Areas.
Contextualized for the development of rabbitry value chain in the urban and peri-urban areas, the training
.....read moreDid you know? Bananas thrive in moist, fertile, and well-drained soil with temperatures between 15°C to 35°C and rainfall of 20-22 cm per month. Proper site selection, windbreaks, and irrigation management are also key for successful banana plantations.
Bananas are one of the most important high-value crops, especially for rural households, and are increasingly recognized as raw materials for
PASAY CITY- Some 145 youth who completed their internship under the guidance of their mentors and farm partners were recognized during the First National Youth Internship Program for Organic Agriculture (YIPOA) Graduation Ceremony at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) in this city.
The YIPOA is a 21-month internship where enrolled youth beneficiaries from the different
.....read moreDiscover how to transform organic waste into nutrient-rich compost in our FREE eLearning course on Vermi Production. Learn how this sustainable technique helps improve soil quality to restore degraded farmlands and enrich them with essential micronutrients like calcium, iron, and zinc.
While vermicomposting boosts plant health and pest resistance, it also plays a vital role in waste management
.....read moreIs your coconut farm at risk from pests and diseases? Don’t let these silent invaders damage your crops and profits! Enroll in our FREE online course, “Coconut Pest and Disease Management”, and learn how to safeguard your farm and boost your yield.
Learn what makes these pests thrive, how they damage crops, and spread diseases. Likewise, discover the signs of common coconut diseases caused by
