Philippines

Differences in Total Factor Productivity (TFP) for Agriculture in Philippine Regions

Ruel C. Limbo
ABSTRACT The studies reviewed deal with output growth using the total factor productivity (TFP) approach. The regional-oriented studies adopted systematic methods of employing cross-sectional data to estimate regional TFP given the data limitations. They had similar findings on the relative edge...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agriculture
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Enhancing Agricultural Productivity through Nanotechnology

Pearl B. Sanchez, Lilia M. Fernando-Corpuz, Darryl Nelo S. Aguila
ABSTRACT Nanotechnology has been explored for its potential in enhancing agricultural productivity and ensuring environmental sustainability. Nanofertilizers containing the macronutrients N, P and K were formulated, characterized and their production and application on selected agricultural...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agricultural technology development
1,844
337

Supporting the Sustainability of Agricultural Innovation Systems

Reynaldo V. Ebora, Meliza A. Festejo-Abeleda, Ernesto O. Brown
ABSTRACT Technological change has been acknowledged as a principal driver of productivity growth. It underscores the need for innovation and proactive changes to sustainably develop an economy, though the pace and direction of change will be determined by the emerging challenges and...
Country: Philippines Topic: Smart agriculture
9,370
435

Farmers Field RDE Training Program (FFTP): Enhancing Awareness of Smallholder Farmers

Hene L. Hapinat, Eva S. Montero, Teresita E. Espinosa
ABSTRACT Farmers Field RDE Training Program (FFTP) approved by the Office of Research, Development and Extension Services (RDE) been created to enhance the awareness among 30 smallholder farmer-beneficiaries regarding factors affecting production, such as climate change, and how to prepare for...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agricultural extension system
1,753
289

Marketing of Native Pigs in Sta. Maria, Bulacan, 2020

Dana Mae T. Yarte, Charis Mae T. Neric, Jaymee A. Cabangbang, Carolyn D. Jimenez
ABSTRACT Philippine native pig meat is seen as a healthy alternative to commercial pig meat in the market and as a lucrative source of income for producers. However, despite the development of the country’s native industry, the goal of developing the native pig industry has not been achieved...
Country: Philippines Topic: Agricultural marketing policy
16,510
625

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