Microplastics in bangus have become a growing concern as studies show that tiny plastic particles are now entering the marine food chain. These particles, invisible to the naked eye, may …

(Second of Four Parts) Soil erosion food crisis is silently worsening in the Philippines as farmland continues to lose fertility, threatening long-term food production and national food security. There are …

(First of Four Parts) Water crisis food production challenges are worsening in the Philippines as water shortages increasingly threaten agriculture, fisheries, and food security. The Philippines is currently facing several …

Breeding goats all year round is possible—even during months when goats are not “in heat”—without using chemical hormones. Yes, it is possible. This can be accomplished through environmentally friendly methods …

Healthier pancakes made from rice bran and soybean scraps are being developed by Filipino scientists as a nutritious, gluten-free alternative to conventional mixes. Pancakes remain a popular breakfast and snack …

D’Bone Collector Museum, one of Mindanao’s most distinctive cultural and educational attractions, marks its 14th year of promoting environmental awareness, conservation, and sustainable tourism. On January 28, 2012, Darrell Dean …

Azolla fertilizer has been used for centuries by Asian farmers to enrich rice fields naturally, long before nitrogen was understood as a key requirement for plant growth. In the 11th …

Pine tree pollen tilapia research has revealed that compounds found in pine pollen can trigger sex reversal in female tilapia, a discovery with potential benefits for aquaculture. Although it is …

Growing cabbage has become an increasingly profitable option for farmers in the foothills of Balutakay in Bansalan, Davao del Sur, as growers diversify from coffee to high-value vegetable crops. Farmers …

Virology and Vaccine Institute IRR consultations are continuing in Cebu as the Department of Science and Technology moves forward with drafting the implementing rules of the VIP Act. The Department …