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.
Current worldwide market conditions of pulses
Due to pulses’ high protein content and various health benefits, health, and environmentally-conscious consumers are increasingly integrating them into their daily diets, which, in turn, …
Transforming towards a sustainable and circular textile value chain
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) identified three interconnected priorities to deliver system change, namely (1) shifting consumption patterns, (2) improved practices, and (3) infrastructure …
Bamboo as a sustainable textile fiber source
“The Sustainable Development Goals noted that bamboo has the potential of supporting sustainability in economic growth as it grows very fast and can be grown …
Boosting the tropical fabrics industry through innovations
The Philippine Tropical Fabrics (PTF) Month, celebrated every January, aims to promote natural textiles, advance local industries, and create livelihood opportunities.
