Policy Articles

The Harmonized National R&D Agenda: Paving the Road to the Fulfillment of the Philippine Development Plan for the Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Sector through Science and Technology

Fezoil Luz C. Decena, Procy B. Sobrevinas
2017.10.06
INTRODUCTION The Philippine Development Plan (PDP) for 2017 – 2022 is the country’s blueprint for economic development under the new administration. The Plan aims for inclusive growth, high-trust and resilient society, and competitive economy.  Recognizing the importance of rural...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agricultural science policies
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Agricultural Policies and Support: New Policy Direction and the Role and Influence of Professional Organizations in Public Policy in the Philippines

Ernesto O. Brown, Meliza A. Festejo-Abeleda
2017.10.06
INTRODUCTION While the Philippines is traversing a higher growth path following its recent overall economic success, the agriculture sector is still underperforming. The share of agriculture in the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2016 was a mere 9% which translates into PHP 711...
Country: Philippines Topic: Overview
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The Malaysian Agricultural Seed Industry – Seed Policy and Development

Najmi Aiman Zabidi, Siti Zainab Jantan, Suhana Safari
2017.10.06
INTRODUCTION Seed is a small hard part produced by plants which is capable of developing into a new plant. Most plants have seeds which contain the reproduction system of a flowering plant.  Generally, plant seeds are formed in a small, round or oval shapes, but they can be found in large...
Country: Malaysia Topic: Agricultural science policies
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Perspective on the Role of Agricultural Cooperatives in Response to the Changing Food Consumption Pattern in Indonesia

Ening Ariningsih, Erma Suryani, Handewi P. Saliem
2017.10.05
中
ABSTRACT Indonesia has experienced significant changes during the last 10 years, primarily driven by increasing population, household’s income, and food supply, which ultimately shifted food consumption patterns. Changes in food consumption patterns that are increasingly diversified affect...
Country: Indonesia Topic: Agricultural cooperatives and farmers' organizations
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Greening Opportunities and Prospects for Philippine Cooperatives toward a More sustainable Food Marketing

Karen P. Quilloy, Zenaida M. Sumalde
2017.10.03
中
ABSTRACT The impacts of climate change on cooperatives are a growing concern that needs to be urgently addressed for a cooperative to become competitive and sustainable in the long run. This paper presents the cooperative case for going green where opportunities and prospects for greening the...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agricultural cooperatives and farmers' organizations
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