With the reconstitution of our focal point system that is expected to improve DA-PhilRice’s DA-PhilRice GAD Office implementation of gender inclusivity and empowerment, we were oriented on how to address the unique needs and challenges of individuals in the agricultural sector. Dr. Nomer C. Esmero, member of the national GAD Resource Pool, elaborated on the members’ roles and responsibilities, GFPS strategies and tools used in planning and monitoring project lifecycles, […]

Celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Today, let’s recognize the outstanding contributions of women at DA-PhilRice, propelling science forward with dedication and expertise. To all aspiring scientists, defy stereotypes, challenge gender bias, and pursue your dreams with passion!#philricegad#GenderAndDevelopment

To further the advocacy to end violence against women and their children (VAWC), an awareness orientation on VAWC and The Safe Spaces Act was held today at the station. Police Corporal Leanne Jade Ranario of PNP- San Mateo discussed the Republic Act 9262, or the Anti-VAWC Act of 2009, its salient features, who can report and file a protection order, and the basic concepts of Safe Spaces Act or Bawal […]

To spread awareness and join the campaign to end violence against women and their children (VAWC), DA- PhilRice Isabela staffers wear orange to signify support for the cause. Orange is the official color of the 18-day campaign, and it symbolizes hope for a future free of violence for all.

PhilRice Agusan is ready to produce GAD resource individuals within the station to efficiently and effectively carry out its GAD plan in research, development, extension, and administration services, following the conclusion of the Training of Trainers (TOT) on GAD Resource Pool. For Mr. Brian P. Gepiga, one of the participants, this training has provided him with a deeper understanding on gender issues and ability to integrate gender-responsive strategies. He expressed, […]

Several legislators expressed their support for the BeRICEponsible campaign of the National Rice Awareness Month (NRAM) as they visited the recent exhibit titled, “Palay. Bigas. Kanin. Alamin” at the Senate building in Pasay City. The lawmakers affirmed their commitment to the campaign by endorsing the ABKD practices: (A) Adlay, mais, saba, atbp. ay ihalo sa kanin; (B) Brown Rice ay kainin; (K) Kanin ay huwag sayangin; at (D) Dapat bigas […]

Kicking off the Violence Against Women and their Children Campaign with a mission to cultivate change and promote a culture of respect and equality, the station wore orange during its flag ceremony to signal the start of the 18-day campaign. The campaign is observed annually from November 25 to December 12 as mandated by Proclamation No. 1172 s. 2006. Let’s sow the seeds of awareness and harvest a future free […]

To help prevent the imminent food shortage due to the aging of farmers, the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) and two clubs of Kiwanis International are intensifying efforts to revitalize agriculture through youth education. Citing an information from the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture, Glenda Hufano, governor of Kiwanis International-Philippine Luzon District, said that with the typical age of Filipino farmers falling between 55 […]

Farmers in Lanao del Norte who had previously abandoned rice farming due to significant yield losses are now looking forward to improved harvests, thanks to the efforts of a graduate from the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund Rice Extension Service Program (RCEF RESP). Queenie R. Notario, owner of a farm school in Bacolod, has begun planning outreach to these farmers.  “My mission is to restore their faith in rice farming. I […]

With more implementers trained on agroenterprise development, more farming communities will soon benefit from the clustering approach in the Rice Business Innovation System (RiceBIS) Program. In a recent three-day training course on agroenterprise, 40 implementers worked on expanding the value chain-oriented agroenterprise in its 23 communities nationwide. They also learned about processing, product generation, marketing, policy, monitoring, and evaluation from trainor Ronnel dela Cruz.