Grouper (Lapu-lapu) Farming and Production Guide
Locally known as lapu-lapu, grouper has been cultured in ponds and cages in Southeast Asia for more than a decade.
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ADLAI: A never heard of crop that resembles, tastes like rice
While many of us have not even heard of adlai, this tall-grain bearing tropical plant from Poaceae (grass family), the
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Tilapia program bats for better look, bigger outlook for the Red Nile Tilapia
The color red seems to catch even the fancy of fish consumers. The red sea bream, red snapper, and grouper
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Unlocking the potentials of goat dairying through S&T
At the moment, there is a very small dairy goat inventory, which is barely 6,379 head or 0.17% of the
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Katmon’s phytochemical constituents and biological activities studied
INDANG, CAVITE—A group of researchers from the Cavite State University (CvSU) has looked into katmon’s phytochemical constituents and biological activities
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Application of gene markers to improve swine productivity
Despite the increase in the overall swine farm production efficiency, the Philippines still lags behind other swine-producing countries due to
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Hydroponics finds its way into backyards
You may be living in the middle of the metropolis with only a few square meters of space for a
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How to Start a Pineapple Production Business
Aside from being nutritious and delicious, pineapple is a good foreign exchange earner. Pineapple can be processed into juice, jam,
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How to Start a Poultry Farm Business
Chicken broiler production is one of the most progressive animal enterprises in the Philippines today. The poultry industry began as a backyard enterprise but has shifted to the formation of very large integrated contract farming operations. This “how to raise chickens” article will guide you to start your own poultry farm business. I. Estimated Investment […]
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Indigenous Feed Resources for Livestock
The rapid development in recent years of Asia’s livestock industry has been matched by the huge increase in the importation of livestock feed. Feed costs are not only a burden on the national budget of nearly every Asian country, they are also a burden on the budget of livestock farms, where they are often 60% […]
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Farmer-scientist overcomes feathery mottle virus
Magsasaka Siyentista (farmer-scientist) Victor Hernandez conquered the feathery mottle virus (FMV) in his sweetpotato farm in Brgy.Parang, Bagac, Bataan. He
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How to Raise Pigeons for Money
Raising pigeons is not only a hobby but a good earner too. They multiply fast if proper care is given, and almost every part of a pigeon has use. For instance, the feathers and bones, after flesh meat has been removed, can be used as feed for chicken; its manure is feed for cows. At […]
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Dragon Fruit (Pitaya) Production Guide
A native plant from Central and South America, dragon fruit (Hylocereussp ) or “pitaya” is gaining its popularity in the
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Quality breeders for a bountiful egg harvest
In 2010, the duck industry was very profitable and vibrant, with an estimated population of 10.8 million head. Now, challenges
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How to Grow Roses
Rose (Rosa sp) is described as the queen of all flowers because of its beauty and form. In the Philippines,
Getting into catfish farming
Recently, Asian catfish has become a popular gastronomic addition to the Filipino diet because of its tender and delicious meat.
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How to Grow Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus SP.) on Straw in Plastic Bags
Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus spp.) are increasingly recognized as one of the most profitable and sustainable food crops in the world.
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How to Raise Cattle in the Backyard
Backyard cattle fattening is a profitable small-scale livestock enterprise in the Philippines. It provides farmers with a sustainable income while
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