Perennial crop industry group records highest employment numbers
In a special release by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), perennial crop growing employed the most workers in the AFF sector with 54,305 followed by …
House approves bill on agrarian and agricultural loan restructuring and condonation of interests
House Bill No. 5702 aims to alleviate the financial burdens of hundreds of thousands of agricultural land tillers and fisherfolks by writing off millions in …
Current state of watershed in the Philippines
Destructive activities such as large-scale mining and infrastructure activities have left more than half of the key basins in the Philippines unprotected, posing severe threats …
Empowering smallholders farmers for climate resilience
The agricultural sector, a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, is highly vulnerable to climate change impacts. Given its crucial role, urgent action is necessary …
Enhancing livelihoods and safeguarding the planet through biodiversity finance
Given the threat posed to biodiversity and ecosystem services by human activities, it is imperative to prioritize their protection, restoration, and valuation. Such measures are …
Current struggles for women empowerment in the Philippines
The online panel discussion conducted by DOST-PCAARRD during National Women’s Month underscores both the enduring struggles and progress in the journey towards women’s empowerment in …
Women’s engagement in aquaculture can increase fish farmers’ income and livelihoods
The establishment of women-led fish harvesting groups in Bandarban, Bangladesh, has provided affordable fish harvesting services to local fish farmers, increasing their income and livelihoods.
Women’s participation in all parts of agrifood systems
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) assessed women’s participation in all aspects of agrifood systems, both on and off farms, using …
Challenges and opportunities of mung bean farmers in Cuyapo, Nueva Ecija
A study published by the Asian Journal of Agriculture and Rural Development (AJAD) assessed the economic benefits of mung bean production to encourage more farmers …
Future of pulses in global and regional agri-food systems
The Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centers (CGIAR) released recent findings of pulse-related foresight reports focusing on climate change impacts, adaptation, and mitigation.
