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03/12/2025

27/11/2025

GUV EXPRESSES DISAPPOINTMENT OVER TERRA MADRE'S SALES CONTRIBUTION TO ORGANIC FARMERS

Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson expressed his disappointment regarding the co-hosting of the first Terra Madre Asia and Pacific in Negros Occidental, citing that local organic farmers did not benefit as much as anticipated from the event.

According to Lacson, exhibitors contributed only P185,000 or about 6.5% to the P2.8 million Organic Farmer's Festival sales. The event aimed to connect international exhibitors with local producers for raw ingredient purchases.

Purchases were minimal initially: P10,000 on Day 1, P13,000 on Day 2, P14,000 on Day 3 and 4, and a significant P133,000 only on the last day after repeated urging from the Provincial Agriculturist’s Office.

“It's disappointing because we hoped our organic farmers would benefit more,” Lacson stressed, after the province allocated P6 million to host the event.

via RTC/VDS

25/11/2025

𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗲.𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘂𝗺.𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁.
Direct from farmers. Every grain reflects our promise of honesty and quality.

22/11/2025

07/11/2025

12/10/2025

Happy Sunday ka farmers 😎

This Farmers’ Day, we honor the men and women who work tirelessly to put food on our tables. 🌾

Let’s support local farmers, the backbone of our nation’s food security. 🇵🇭

12/10/2025

This Farmers’ Day, we honor the men and women who work tirelessly to put food on our tables. 🌾

Let’s support local farmers, the backbone of our nation’s food security. 🇵🇭

21/08/2025

This innovative farming practice in Vietnam is a great example of eco-friendly agriculture. By flooding fields at night to reflect moonlight, farmers:

1. Reduce pest damage without chemical pesticides.
2. Promote healthier soil and waterways.
3. Support local biodiversity, allowing beneficial insects and animals to thrive.

This low-cost, sustainable method showcases traditional wisdom and nature-based solutions working together. It's a beautiful example of how farmers can work with nature to achieve healthier crops and ecosystems.
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19/07/2025

Methane Emissions from Rice Farming

Rice farming, particularly in flooded areas, is a significant source of methane emissions. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, with a global warming potential 28 times higher than carbon dioxide over a 100-year time frame.

How Methane is Released

1. Anaerobic Conditions: Flooded rice fields create anaerobic conditions, where oxygen is limited. This environment favors the growth of methane-producing microorganisms in the soil.
2. Microbial Activity: Microorganisms in the soil break down organic matter, producing methane as a byproduct.
3. Methane Emissions: Methane is released into the atmosphere through the rice plants, soil, and water.

Factors Influencing Methane Emissions

1. Water Management: Flooded conditions and water depth can impact methane emissions.
2. Soil Type: Soil characteristics, such as organic matter content and pH, can influence methane production.
3. Crop Management: Rice variety, fertilizer application, and crop residue management can also impact methane emissions.

Solutions to Reduce Methane Emissions

1. Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD): This water management practice involves periodically draining the field, reducing methane emissions.
2. Improved Water Management: Optimizing water use and reducing flooding can minimize methane emissions.
3. Crop Management: Using rice varieties that emit less methane, optimizing fertilizer application, and managing crop residues can also help.
4. Soil Amendments: Adding certain soil amendments, such as biochar or silicon-rich materials, can reduce methane emissions.
5. Sustainable Rice Production: Promoting sustainable rice production practices, such as the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), can also help reduce methane emissions.

Benefits of Reducing Methane Emissions

1. Climate Change Mitigation: Reducing methane emissions can help mitigate climate change.
2. Improved Crop Yields: Optimizing water and crop management can also improve crop yields and reduce water usage.
3. Sustainable Agriculture: Implementing sustainable rice production practices can contribute to a more environmentally friendly agricultural sector.

By adopting these solutions, rice farmers can reduce methane emissions, contributing to a more sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural sector.

~ NGA AgroClimate Tech