Are Bt eggplants safe to eat? Eggplant is among the favorite vegetables of Filipinos. They come in different sizes, shapes and colors, especially purple, green, or white. There are even …

Tubig Talino: Answer to Pinoys’ low iodine consumption Tubig Talino is a national initiative promoting the use of iodized salt to help address low iodine consumption among Filipino households. Iodine …

Underutilized vegetables in the Philippines play a crucial role in improving nutrition, strengthening food security, and addressing malnutrition, especially among vulnerable communities. Although nutrition is recognized as a basic human …

Fighting hunger at home is becoming a critical solution as food insecurity continues to affect millions of people, especially in developing countries like the Philippines. Some years back, the Philippines …

Water footprint refers to the total amount of freshwater used directly and indirectly by an individual, product, or activity—from food and drinks to smartphones and daily essentials. If you can’t …

Giant clams conservation Philippines is being strengthened by a group of fisherfolk in Barangay Adecor, Kaputian District, Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS). The Adecor United Fisherfolk Organization, with more …

Forest cover loss in the Philippines has significantly affected several Mindanao provinces between 2001 and 2023, according to a recent study by a global research organization. Three provinces in Mindanao …

Philippine eagle maternal lineage diversity remains strong, according to a scientific study examining the genetic makeup of captive and rescued individuals. The research was carried out by scientists affiliated with …

Pujada Bay mangroves and coral reefs are among the most valuable natural ecosystems in Mati City, Davao Oriental, but increasing environmental threats now put them at risk. Mati City in …

A newly discovered Philippine pitcher plant found in Palawan is facing possible extinction due to increasing human activity and extreme environmental conditions, scientists have warned. Philippine scientists and an Australian …