- Details
- Hits: 48
PhilFIDA Conducts Strategic Training for Sustainable Cotton Production focused on Bt Cotton Insect Resistance Management
Date Posted 22 April 2024
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) recently hosted a specialized training session focused on advancing cotton production techniques, with emphasis on Insect Resistance Management (IRM) in Bt Cotton which took place at the PhilFIDA Research Center I in Batac, Ilocos Norte on April 1-5, 2024. Significantly, OIC-Executive Director Evelyn B. Cagasan actively engaged in the training via online participation and the event drew participation from key figures including the OIC Deputy Executive Director, Regional Directors, Division Chiefs, Technical Assistance Unit Heads, Cotton Focal Persons, Fiber Development Officers, and Researchers from various cotton-growing provinces nationwide, as well as Cotton Development Project implementing regions.
- Details
- Hits: 38
PhilFIDA Takes a Stride in Advancing the Abaca Industry through Technology Transfer in Ampayon, Butuan City
Date Posted 22 April 2024
The recent technology transfer on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for abaca, which featured the Abaca Disease Detection Application (AbaDAPP) and the Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) Kit, was held on March 12-13, 2024. This initiative, spearheaded by the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority's Research Division and RO XIII in collaboration with Caraga State University (CSU) in Ampayon, Butuan City, marks a significant milestone in the advancement of the industry. The event brought together stakeholders from government agencies, academic institutions, and local governments, all committed to enhancing productivity and sustainability in abaca production.
- Details
- Hits: 78
PhilFIDA and LGU-Carmen Collaborate to Boost Abaca Harvesting Techniques and Post-Harvest Practices
Date Posted 12 April 2024
In a joint initiative led by PhilFIDA RO XIII to strengthen the abaca industry in the region, a two-day training focused on abaca harvesting and post-harvest handling took place in Sitio Gacub, Hinapuyan, Carmen, Surigao del Sur, on March 5-6, 2024. This collaboration with the Local Government Unit of Carmen, is part of the Carmen Sustainable Agro-Forestry and Agro-Industrial Development Program (CaSAAD), aimed to equip farmers with essential knowledge and techniques for sustainable abaca farming practices.
- Details
- Hits: 82
PhilFIDA Conduct Various Activities to Empower and Promote the Fibercrop Farming in Cebu Province
Date Posted 11 April 2024
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) - Regional Office VII has been actively involved in enhancing agricultural practices and empowering local fibercrop farmers. Led by Mr. Lionel Abella, Provincial Fiber Officer of Cebu, the agency spearheaded various activities within the province, focusing on promoting sustainable fibercrops and improving farmers' livelihoods. These activities included training on macropropagation of abaca planting materials, selection of sites for the Hibla Project, and demonstration of salago fiber extraction.
- Details
- Hits: 69
Boosting Livelihoods: PhilFIDA's Abaca Training Initiative in Negros Oriental
Date Posted 11 April 2024
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA), in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Sta. Catalina, Negros Oriental, recently organized a one-day Livelihood Training on Abaca Production, Classification, and Grading in Negros Oriental. Mr. Jose Dary Locsin TAU Head of RO VII led the event aimed to enhance farmers' abaca farming practices. Thirty-eight (38) enthusiastic farmers from the Tamlang Valley Integrated Farm Workers Association participated, demonstrating their eagerness to improve agricultural techniques.