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On April 19, 2024, the Department of Agriculture (DA) Western Visayas facilitated an insightful gathering aimed at enhancing knowledge about optimizing soil health and various agricultural programs and updates. The event held in conjunction with the 68th Aklan Day, drew the attention of approximately 180 farmers, fishers, and animal raisers from 17 municipalities across Aklan […]

  In a strategic move to enhance agricultural research, extension, and production efforts in the region, the Department of Agriculture (DA) Western Visayas National Livestock Program (NLP) has established a dynamic partnership with the Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) for the Livestock Economic Enterprise Development (LEED) Program’s Building Resilience in Developing

Barangay Bagumbayan in Miagao, Iloilo, marked its 2nd Bombay Festival, highlighting the significant contribution of its onion industry to the local economy. This year’s theme, “Bagumbayan: Sadsaran sang Mapag-on kag Mainuswagon nga Katilingban,” resonated the resilience and progress within the community as well as the tireless efforts of the onion growers, whose dedication sustains the

  Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr., and Senator Mark A. Villar graced the opening of the 30th Hog Convention and Trade Exhibits on April 18 at the Iloilo Convention Center, Iloilo City. The Pork Federations of the Philippines Inc. (PFPI) and the National Federation of Hog Farmers Inc. (NFHFI) collaborated to

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is currently conducting the first-quarter national assessment and planning workshop for the Registry System for Basic Sectors in Agriculture (RSBSA). This workshop, being held from April 16 to 18 in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, aims to address critical issues and constraints in implementing and updating the farmers’ registry. RSBSA serves as

Performing its mandate to disseminate vital agricultural knowledge and promote scientific and sustainable farming practices, the Department of Agriculture (DA) has partnered with one community-based and two university-based radio stations to reach the people of Western Visayas. The DA has provided program partners with broadcasting equipment to convey significant stories and helpful information. These programs

The MoRProGRes (Movement for a Robust Garden, Progressive and Globally Competitive and Resilient Province of Iloilo) Gardens initiative, spearheaded by Iloilo Governor Arthur Defensor Jr., celebrated its inaugural year by recognizing outstanding participants who have excelled in blending ornamental gardening, landscaping, and high-value crop production. The program, which aims to foster agri-tourism destinations, received commendation

\Guimaras mango production thrives amidst El Niño challenges Despite the adverse effects of El Niño on agricultural crops, mango production in Guimaras province has experienced a notable increase due to the prolonged dry season. The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) in Western Visayas has reported heightened activity in inspecting and issuing regulatory documents for the

In a bid to support the present administration’s push for sectoral modernization, the Department of Agriculture (DA) Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) board, chaired by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., held a meeting on April 5 at the PFDA Iloilo conference room to harmonize plans for port development nationwide and to address other agency

Key programs and development thrusts for agriculture formed part of the discussion between the Department of Agriculture (DA) Western Visayas and the Guimaras Provincial Government in a meeting held on April 4 at the Agriculture and Fisheries Center in the Municipality of Jordan. DA Regional Executive Director Dennis Arpia, together with the banner program’s focal