Agri-Info

Weather changes all the time. The average pattern of weather, called climate, usually stays pretty much the same for centuries if it is left to itself. However, the earth is not being left alone. People are taking actions that can change the earth and its climate in significant ways.

Malunggay reportedly prevents 300 diseases, hence it is dubbed as "the miracle vegetable" and the "wonder tree."

by David C. Dawe

What is the new influenza A(H1N1)?

This is a new influenza A(H1N1) virus that has never before circulated among humans. This virus is not related to previous or current human seasonal influenza viruses.

How do people become infected with the virus?

The virus is spread from person-to-person. It is transmitted as easily as the normal seasonal flu and can be passed to other people by exposure to infected droplets expelled by coughing or sneezing that can be inhaled, or that can contaminate hands or surfaces.

by Dr. Gelia T. Castillo
National Scientist and IRRI Consultant
(as published in Rice Today, April-June 2009, Vol. 8, No. 2 issue)

The Nutrient Manager for Rice, a decision tool for providing field-specific guidelines on nutrient management for rice from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is now available online. To use the tool, click here or the Nutrient Manager image at right.

International Definitions

The Department of Agriculture (DA), through Secretary Arthur C. Yap, issued Administrative Order No. 22, Series of 2008, dated May 29, 2008 promulgating the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) on the accreditation of private extension service providers (ESPs).

The issuance is pursuant to the DA Administrative Order No. 11, Series of 2007 and in compliance to the provision of Section 91 of the IRR of Republic Act No. 8435, otherwise known as the Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act (AFMA).

by Baby P. Ramilo
(as published in Agriculture magazine, December 2005)

Here's a guide recommended by the National Research and Development Center (NMRDC) in Guimaras on the proper cultural management of bearing mango trees.

Pruning

To sustain the country's agricultural growth as well as guarantee its food security, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo pronounced the FIELDS Program during the National Food Summit held last April 4, 2008 in Pampanga, investing a total of Php 43.7 billion mainly for its operationalization. This will be implemented by the Department of Agriculture under the leadership of Secretary Arthur C.