Tag: High-Value Crops
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La Castellana Supports Farmers Hit by Mt. Kanlaon Eruption in Selling Their Produce
In the wake of the Mt. Kanlaon eruption, the local government of La Castellana, Negros Occidental, has stepped up to assist displaced farmers in selling their produce, helping them maintain their livelihoods while residing in evacuation centers. On January 14, 2025, these farmers, with the aid of the Municipal Agriculture Office, were able to market…
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PHP5 Million Solar-Powered Greenhouse Boosts High-Value Crop Production in Antique
In a significant boost to agriculture in Antique, a PHP5 million solar-powered greenhouse has been established in Libertad municipality. This state-of-the-art facility, completed in November 2024, utilizes hydroponics and drip fertigation systems to ensure a consistent supply of high-value crops (HVCs) to Libertad and surrounding areas. Sonie Guanco, the agricultural program coordinating officer for the…
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DA Promotes Intercropping of High-Value Crops to Enhance Farmers’ Earnings
DAVAO CITY – The Department of Agriculture (DA) Region 11 is pushing for the intercropping of high-value crops like coffee, cacao, and coconut to increase farmers’ income and foster sustainable agriculture practices. This initiative was emphasized by DA-11 Regional Director Macario Gonzaga at the end of the two-day Mindanao-wide Coconut Farmer Cooperative Summit held at…
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