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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

  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

  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

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

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

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

The lead proponent group, Buenavista Development Cooperative (BDC) with its cluster members, Concordia Poultry Raisers and Livestock Raisers Association (CPLRA) and Guimaras Livestock and Poultry Raisers Association (GLPRA) formally received the key of responsibility and certificate of turnover of the Isla de Guimaras Native Chicken Production and Marketing Enterprise on November 15, 2024 in Mabini,