In Cabatuan, Iloilo, a supportive father, a wonderful husband, and an innovative farmer, carved out a niche as an example of resilience in climate change, Dante Berina II, president of Cabatuan Organic Farmer Practitioners Association (COFPA). “I know that the agriculture sector will be the first to be hit by El Nino; in this sense, […]
Mushroom Farmer educates self on El Niño, enjoys bountiful harvest Read More »
Enrique Guelos Jr., fondly known as Sir Rick, once thrived in the hustle and bustle of Manila’s vibrant nightlife and towering skyscrapers that paint his daily scenery. At the high point of his career, Rick relished the fast-paced life of the city until the pandemic disrupted the world in 2020. Amid the lockdowns and the
Dumangas’ Aquaman confronts El Niño, pivots diversified farming Read More »
Spring Bloom Agrifarm, a high value commercial crop farm located in Concordia, Sibunag, Guimaras, has recently been making waves in the culinary world. This innovative farm excels in agricultural production and shines in culinary competitions and prestigious events, showcasing its commitment to sustainable agriculture and the farm-to-table movement and lately the sustainable gastronomy tourism and
The acquisition of Mobile Veterinary and Molecular Laboratory of the Department of Agriculture Western Visayas strengthened the capability of providing immediate and accurate diagnostic services closer among livestock and poultry raisers in the region. Manned by the Regional Animal Diagnostic and Disease Laboratory personnel, the mobile laboratory will also enhance the regional animal health and
DA-WV’s Mobile Vet and Molecular Lab provides easy access for farmers Read More »
ILOILO CITY – In line with the aim of sustainable operations of Subprojects under the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP), the RPCO6 pushes for Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) Tool employment in the provinces during the IPLAN RPCO-PPMIU 1st Semester Assessment and Coordination Meeting on June 25-28, 2024. The assessment tool will
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Successfully completing the construction of the infrastructure supporting the Oyster Production, Processing and Marketing Enterprise in Altavas, Aklan, the DA-PRDP with the Aklan Provincial Project Management and Implementing Unit (PPMIU) conferred the Php5,716,504.72 oyster processing facility to the Proponent Group, Altavas Small Fisherman’s Association (ASFA) and to its cluster member, Tinagong Dagat Fisherfolk’s Association
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President Ferdinand “Bong Bong” R. Marcos Jr. spearheaded a significant boost to the agricultural sector in Panay and Guimaras by distributing P514,279,217.00 worth of agri-fishery projects on June 27, 2024, at Binirayan Sports Complex, San Jose, Antique. These interventions are in addition to the Presidential Assistance to Farmers, Fisherfolk, and Families (PAFF), which provides P10,000.00
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The Department of Agriculture Western Visayas’ Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran ng Kababayang Katutubo Program (4-K Program) recently facilitated an organizational management training session to further enhance the Iraynon Bukidnon Indigenous People of Maybunga, Antique. Aiming to raise awareness among the indigenous people, the event focused on leadership roles, the responsibilities of officers, and the important roles
4Ks Program trains Antique IP members on organizational management Read More »
Underlining the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) primary role as a science-based and technical agency, Regional Executive Director Dennis R. Arpia laid out the agency’s ongoing measures to boost food production and increase farmers’ income amid sectoral constraints during the Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas organized by the Philippine Information Agency Region 6 on June 18 in
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Western Visayas participated in the 4th Luzon Mango Congress held at South Peak Garden and Events Place in Batangas City on June 20-21. The region presented its famous sweet fresh mangoes and a variety of delectable mango delicacies from Guimaras Island, emphasizing the superior quality and taste that have earned these mangoes national acclaim. This