Analysis of Tropical Fruits in Thailand

Hnin Ei Win
Introduction Thailand has a favorable weather condition and productive land for the cultivation of tropical and sub-tropical fruits (Zang, 2017). Therefore, it is famous for its tropical fruits that are tasty, flavorful and of good quality such as durian, mangosteen and rambutan (Anupunt, 2017)....
Country: Thailand Topic: Agribusiness
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Philippine Policies Affecting Management of the Laguna de Bay Region

Annette M. Tobias
INTRODUCTION Factors deteriorating Laguna de Bay Region (LDBR) In general, the policies governing LBDR generally aim at the judicious use of the lake resources by the various stakeholders, as well as the protection of the lake from pollution and the conservation of the lake and its watershed...
Country: Philippines Topic: Rural development
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The Philippine Plant Quarantine Laws: Review of Policies Protecting Plant Resources

Princess Alma B. Ani
INTRODUCTION Currently, the world’s population is posted at about 7.5 billion people and is expected to reach about 8.5 billion by 2030 and 9.8 billion by 2050 (United Nations, 2017). This booming population would require sustainable global food production. The need to improve productivity and...
Country: Philippines Topic: Import regulation and quarantine
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Integrated Land Administration and Management In the Philippines: Long Way to Go

Ruel C. Limbo
INTRODUCTION The Philippines lags behind its Asian neighbors in terms of land administration and management.  It is widely accepted that the multiple national land agencies lack mechanisms for coordination.  Continuing legislative efforts to rectify the situation have not evolved to...
Country: Philippines Topic: Eco-friendly agriculture (satoyama and satoumi)
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257

Enhancing Access to Agricultural Credit for Small Farmers in the Philippines: Some studies, Policy Recommendations and Innovations

Ruel C. Limbo
INTRODUCTION Agricultural credit is a major support service extended to serve the financial needs for agricultural production, marketing and other stages of the value chain. Enhancing access to credit by small farmers has always been a major component of development programs and projects in the...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agricultural finance
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