The rattan industry supports more than 700 million people worldwide who trade in or use rattan for purposes ranging from furniture—examples include chairs, beds, cabinets, tables, and sala and corner …

Bamboo benefits communities and the environment, making it one of the most valuable yet overlooked plants in the Philippines. “God can be realized through all paths,” Ramakrishna once pointed out.  …

Golden rice was developed as a possible solution to vitamin A disease, a serious public health problem affecting millions worldwide. Despite its name, vitamin A is not a vitamin but …

Tilapia in the Philippines is now the second most important fish in the country after bangus, with fish pens common in major rivers and lakes nationwide. (Second of Two Parts) …

Superworm snack innovation is gaining attention as a young entrepreneur transforms superworms into a nutritious and sustainable food product. Of course, Filipinos are very much acquainted with earthworms, which flourish …

Tilapia industry Philippines has transformed tilapia from a once-unwanted fish into one of the most popular food fish among Filipinos. (First of Two Parts) Tilapia, once regarded as a nuisance, …

Growing avocado is gaining popularity because the fruit offers exceptional health benefits and strong income potential. Avocado is often said to be the most nutritious fruit in the world.  The reason, …

Coconut industry Philippines is the backbone of Philippine agriculture, supporting millions of farmers and supplying global markets. The origin of the plant, known in the science world as Cocos nucifera, is …

Tungro disease in rice is one of the most destructive viral diseases affecting rice production, making early detection essential for protecting yields and preventing crop loss. Rice, known in the …

Biotechnology functional foods are reshaping the future of nutrition as advances in genetic engineering make it possible to develop crops with improved health benefits, enhanced nutrients, and greater resistance to …