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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

  At 43 years old, Dexter Miague, a certified farmer from Bagumbayan, Miagao, Iloilo, demonstrates that perseverance and skills can lead to great success, even without finishing formal education. Despite not earning a degree, Dexter found his love for farming, especially growing bulb onions. “As I didn’t finish schooling, farming is my source of revenue.

Farmers from the different barangays in San Joaquin, Iloilo gathered at the Farmers Field Day and Onion Harvest Festival in Barangay Mayunoc aimed at promoting bulb onion production, showcased the dedication and ingenuity of local farmers like Dexter Miague of Bagumbayan, Miagao, Iloilo. Miague, a farmer cooperator, made the journey to Barangay Mayunoc in pursuit

In celebration of National Women’s Month (NWM), two female leaders in the Province of Iloilo showcased their commitment to advancing rice farming communities during the Talk Shop organized by the Department of Agriculture (DA) Western Visayas on March 21. The “Kababaihan sa Agrikultura” event provided a platform for Helen S. Bolivar of the Mina Municipal

Barbaza, Antique, recently celebrated its farmers and fisherfolks day, honoring their vital role in the town’s economy and food security. Around 800 people gathered during the “Kabuganaan” festivity to recognize the significant contributions of the farmers. At the event, Antique Provincial Agriculturist Nicolasito Calawag commended the Barbaza farmers for their dedication and successful harvests, showcasing

More than 150 farmers in Pototan, Iloilo, were equipped with skills and knowledge aimed at enhancing soil quality and boosting their livelihoods during the Agricultural Information Caravan held at Cordero Gym, recently. The caravan, designed to empower local farmers, emphasized the important role of soil quality in ensuring sustainable agriculture. Through engaging sessions, farmers were