The Department of Agriculture’s Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (DA-AMAS) showcased the best practices of the Leon Livestock Oksyon Market (LOM) during the Training on Improvement of the Operations and Management of Livestock Oksyon Markets, held from November 26 to 29, 2024, in Iloilo City. The event aimed to equip farmers’ cooperatives and associations (FCAs), […]
Representatives from 21 AMIA (Adaptation and Mitigation Initiative in Agriculture) Villages across Western Visayas convened for the 4th Quarter Meeting of the Mainstreaming Climate Resilient Agriculture in Regional Programs (MCRARP). The AMIA Villages represented were from: Aklan: Banga, Numancia, and Batan Antique: Valderrama, Sibalom, and Anini-y Capiz: Pontevedra, Panit-an, and Dao Guimaras: Sibunag and San
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The Department of Agriculture-Western Visayas (DA-WV) and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) are strengthening their efforts to integrate biodiversity-friendly agricultural practices (BDFAPs) in protected areas across the region. Members of the Regional Technical Working Group (RTWG) gathered in Iloilo City on November 26-27, 2024, for a two-day orientation workshop aimed at aligning
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In pursuit of food security, over 200 stakeholders who attended the National Rice Industry Stakeholders Conference (NRISC) in Iloilo City from November 25 to 27 signified their commitment to supporting the Masagana Rice Industry Development Program (MRIDP). The program aims to improve domestic palay production and reduce the country’s reliance on rice imports. Department
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Stakeholders from government agencies, the private sector, and civil society organizations convened at the National Rice Industry Stakeholders Conference (NRISC) in Iloilo City from November 25 to 27 to address pressing challenges in the local rice sector. Department of Agriculture (DA) Undersecretary for Rice Industry Development Engr. Christopher V. Morales cited the challenges of
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Floriculturists and plant enthusiasts from Western Visayas returned from the 1st Mindanao International Floriculture Congress, held from November 21 to 24, 2024, in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, with new ideas and strategies aimed at advancing the region’s floriculture industry. Hosted by the Floriculture Industry of Davao Inc. (FIDI) in partnership with the City Government
The recent Soybean Stakeholders’ Consultation Meeting facilitated by the Department of Agriculture Western Visayas’ Corn Program, brought together players in the agricultural sector to explore the potential of soybeans as an efficient and sustainable alternative crop. The meeting underscored the importance of quality in driving the industry’s growth while shedding light on the current state
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The Department of Agriculture-Western Visayas (DA-WV), in partnership with the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), recently organized the African Swine Fever (ASF) Threat to Wild Pigs National Information Caravan in Kalibo, Aklan. The event brought together stakeholders and participants from across the province to address ASF-related concerns and strengthen awareness of wildlife preservation. Ma. Corazon
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Department of Agriculture (DA) Western Visayas’ Regional Executive Director Dennis Arpia and Iloilo Science and Technology University (ISAT-U) president Dr. Gabriel M. Salistre Jr. signed the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on November 19 for the establishment of the DA Virtual Hub for Agricultural Supply Chain Development and Market Connectivity. The department pushes for digital transformation
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The Department of Agriculture Western Visayas (DA-WV) and its local government partners celebrated the exemplary performance of Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) during the 2024 High-Value Crops (HVC) Achievers Awards ceremony held on November 19, 2024, at Zuri Hotel, Iloilo City. This event recognized ten AEWs from various provinces and municipalities across Western Visayas for their
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