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La Union coop gains membership hike with RCEF
Membership in the Ayaoan Multipurpose Cooperative rose by 38% after participating in the PalaySikatan 2.0 technology demonstration under the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Seed Program. The demonstration site, covering 50ha of contiguous rice fields, attracted 70 farm owners who joined the cooperative following increased yields and field learning activities. From 4.52t/ha in the 2023 […]
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NSIC Rc 222 remains top inbred rice pick among farmers
NSIC Rc 222 continues to be the preferred inbred rice variety among farmers in Cagayan and Isabela, citing its high yield potential, resilience, and consistent performance across seasons. In Iguig, Cagayan, Richmon D. Lorenzo harvested 9.5t/ha from his 1-ha farm during the 2024 wet season, nearly doubling his previous yield. “Farming is challenging, but I […]
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Embracing change
The morning sun casts a warm glow over Brgy. Cataning, Balanga, Bataan, where farmers gather under a mango tree for the PalaySikatan Harvest Festival. Rows of chairs face a simple backdrop, and calm chatter fills the air as attendees, mostly senior citizens, settle into their seats. It’s 6:30 a.m., but they show no signs of […]
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Farmers, seed growers urge RCEF extension as program nears end
Farmers and seed growers are pushing for the continuation of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) Seed Program, set to end after the 2025 cropping season, citing its role in boosting yields and lowering production costs. Since its launch, RCEF has improved rice yields by ensuring access to quality seeds, training, and modern machinery. However, […]
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Mechanized direct seeding cuts farmers’ costs – PhilRice
As rising production costs threaten the profitability of rice farming, experts at the Department of Agriculture-Philippine Rice Research Institute (DA-PhilRice) are pushing for mechanized direct seeding as a cost-efficient alternative to manual broadcasting. “Using the recommended 40kg per hectare seeding rate with mechanization not only reduces costs but also improves efficiency,” said Leylani M. Juliano, […]
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