Tikod Amo: Native oyster species in Surigao del Sur draws attention for R&D
I did not personally visited Surigao Del Sur, but i feel more than that when I interviewed the project leader and researcher itself about...
Prolonged Storability of Marang Studied
Marang (Artocarpus odoratissima) is one of the indigenous fruits found in the Philippines. It is similar to jackfruit and breadfruit, but smaller and softer...
Experts develop virus resistant abaca cultivars
Abaca (Musa textile Nee) is a banana-like plant recognized for its strong fiber which is known worldwide as Manila hemp. However, through the years,...
R&D efforts to manage and restore sea cucumber populations underway
This article was published on BAR Chronicle of the Bureau of Agricultural Research for April 2010 Issue - Volume No. 11 Issue No. 4....
Marginal fisherfolk in Bataan find hope in CPAR blue crab
Blue crab, scientifically known as Portunus pelagicus or "alimasag" in local dialect, a major seafood among Filipinos. It is deliciously served in various dishes...
PH levels up on Bt corn to avert common misunderstandings
Generally, the introduction of new technology raises apprehensions that could center on the idea of risks. This was dramatized in the case of Bt...
Drip irrigation: Addressing the “thirst” in agriculture
The Philippines is currently being beset by El Niño episodes causing rivers and dams to run out of water. Farms are withering resulting to...
Offering multi-benefits to farmers and environment through vegetable agroforestry
Vegetables are important sources of vital nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and even antioxidants essential in combating the most common and even life-threatening illnesses...
Simple measures ‘could improve malaria diagnostic kits’
Rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for malaria could be greatly improved by a few simple measures, say researchers.These include providing better information for health workers...
Trial success may mean 2015 release for malaria vaccine
The first malaria vaccine could be ready for use by 2015, according to experts reporting encouraging results from a phase III trial, although further...
