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PH now more dependent on rice imports, says IBON
THE Philippines has become less self-sufficient in rice, and is instead more dependent on imports, according to research development institute IBON Foundation. Posting on its website an infographic ...
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PIDS study: Organic farming viable
SUSTAINABILITY concerns and the rising cost of chemical fertilizers in the Philippines are sparking renewed interest in organic farming methods, resulting in farmers and experts seeking viable ...
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Vietnamese farm produce showcased at world’s leading organic food fair
A delegation of 12 Vietnamese enterprises participated in a trade exchange with German and European businesses on February 11 ...
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The unfulfilled promise RA 10068: Barriers to adoption and the need for decisive policy action
Nearly 15 years ago, policymakers have seen the folly of relying on imported fertilizers when they decided to greenlight Republic Act 10068 or the Organic Agriculture Act of 2010. Approved in April ...
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Organic alternatives viable amid rising chemical fertilizer costs in PH, but policy reform is crucial
Sustainability concerns and the rising cost of chemical fertilizers in the Philippines are sparking renewed interest in organic farming methods with farmers and experts seeking viable alternatives.