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I came across products developed by scientists of Biotech UP Los Banos in Laguna which I think are very useful in farming and other applications.
Above: Taken from BioLife (Quarterly Magazine of Biotechnology) Vol1 No2 April-June 2005 Issue
Atis Leaves Developed as Anti-Dengue Solution: Philippine government health researchers found atis (Anona squamosa) leaves extracts for the formulation of an effective anti-mosquito repellant.... 5969 view(s) | posted on October 21, 2010 
Can Guyabano Cure Cancer?: “Studies are underway by leading medical institutes, universities and pharmaceutical companies of the healing properties of guyabano against cancers.... 4283 view(s) | posted on August 24, 2010 
Hydroponics Farm in Tagaytay:
Hydroponics (from the Greek words hydro water and ponos labour) is a method of growing plants using mineral nutrient solutions, without soil. Terrestrial plants may be grown with their roots in the mineral nutrient solution only or in an inert medium, such as perlite, gravel, or mineral wool using... 3663 view(s) | posted on October 4, 2009 
A Guide to Vermiculture and Vermicomposting: Vermicomposting is indeed a nice way to manage our biodegradable organic scraps/wastes and turn them into something useful for our garden. I found this Guide to Vermiculture and Vermicomposting from the Bureau Plant Industry... 2372 view(s) | posted on May 20, 2010 
Making Carbonized Rice Hull: Carbonized rice hull is a crucial ingredient of bokashi organic fertilizer and can also be used in composting toilets and animal bedding.... 2204 view(s) | posted on June 1, 2010 
Yellow Ginger Feature in Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho: From simple food flavoring… ginger can now be used for candies and chips. And one type of ginger, known as “Queen of Herbs" because of its yellow color, is believed to be good for the health. Some people even attest that its extract can cleanse the liver from toxins, improves blood circulation and a... 2084 view(s) | posted on April 23, 2010 
Atis – Anona Squamosa Linn.: the fruits and leavesAtis - Anona Squamosa Linn.
Local names: Ates (Tag.); atis (Tag.); yates (Tag.); sugar apple, sweetsop (Eng.).
Atis is cultivated, throughout the Philippines and is occasionally spontaneous. It was introduced from tropical America by the Spaniards at an early date and is now p... 2024 view(s) | posted on October 21, 2010 
Certified Organic Farms in the Philippines: The Organic Certification Center of the Philippines (OCCP) is the official certification body for organic products in the Philippines. The Department of Agriculture has accredited OCCP as the first certifying agency for organic agricultural products in the country.
Certification is defined as a sys... 1921 view(s) | posted on October 23, 2009 
Manual of Organic Rice Production: I think the manual is a very authoritative reference for farmers who want to venture into sustainable and organic rice production. The book is written in Filipino.... 1844 view(s) | posted on April 15, 2010 
Yellow Ginger Segment: Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho: Here is the segment of Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho: Yellow Ginger aired on April 24, 2010.... 1293 view(s) | posted on April 27, 2010 
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February 6, 2012 (11:51) Caretaker problema ko rin po iyon dahil it used to be that one trying hydroponics must by the material ingredients by volume - not inexpensive for a hobbyist. I wish today there are already pre mixed solutions for use.
February 6, 2012 (11:48) Caretaker Why do you want the castings verified? for what? Thank you.
January 31, 2012 (7:04) Video hi max, sorry I am still working on that section. Only one video has been uploaded so far. Just hover on the video heading and you will see a dropdown.
January 31, 2012 (6:13) Video Where is the video? What were flashing were the advertisements.
January 30, 2012 (1:11) Things to Consider When Buying a Farm Estate Perhaps three of four retiring executives will buy a piece of land, divide it among themselves in proportion to a share in the cost. Then hire one caretaker and then go to the farm together in just one vehicle. Perhaps a rest house can be in the center where kamote can be grilled and coffee...
January 30, 2012 (1:05) Things to Consider When Buying a Farm Estate Two very important item not discussed are the size and the price per square meter. I would say for a retiree, the size should be enough fit for his desired activities. And it would be balanced by the price per square meter. If the retiree is in Metro Manila, he may want to be in his f...
January 11, 2012 (9:42) Atis - Anona Squamosa Linn. how can i get the full article?
January 4, 2012 (9:30) Caretaker hi armand, you have a big volume of vermicast.. where is your farm?..