Center for Food and Agri Business

Fruits and vegetables’ latest superpower? Lowering blood pressure

May 15, 2017December 7, 2023 Joy Orzales

FAM DIGITAL – MAY 2017 Science News from research organizations Originally posted at https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/04/170405130950.htm Fruits and vegetables’ latest superpower? Lowering blood pressure Dietary potassium linked with lower blood pressure Date: April 5, 2017 Source: University of Southern California – Health Sciences Summary: A new study links increased dietary potassium with lower blood pressure. Share: FULL STORY

2017 Mid Year Food and Agri Business Conference

May 11, 2017May 31, 2024 Joy Orzales

2017 Mid Year Food and Agri Business Conference Philippine Food and Agri Business: Bright Spots and Opportunities July 13, 2017 | 1PM to 6PM University of Asia and the Pacific, Pasig City Invited Speakers* Agriculture Scenarios in 2016-2017 Prof. Rolando Dy, Ph.D. Executive Director, Center for Food and Agri Business University of Asia and the

Registration for ServSafe closing soon

May 8, 2017May 31, 2024 Joy Orzales

We are closing our registration soon. Register now and reserve a slot. We are accepting fewer participants for this run. Download the registration form below and send it to [email protected]. Be ServSafe certified now!

FAM goes DIGITAL!

May 3, 2017May 31, 2024 Joy Orzales

We are going green this year so we opted to have a digital publication instead. What will you get with the digital edition? Here are some: With the digital edition, you will enjoy the following benefits: Timely release (no more delays in delivery) Portability (read the monitor anytime and anywhere) Lower subscription fee Colorful

Rice Self-Sufficiency 2020?

May 2, 2017December 7, 2023 Joy Orzales

By Senen U. Reyes Senior Management Specialist, CFA-UA&P Rice self-sufficiency has been the target of every administration. However, it has also been a moving one from one president and agriculture secretary to another up to the current president and agriculture secretary. The reasons: climate change, occurrence of severe calamities, lack of funds, budget request not

Narratives from agribusiness experts II

May 2, 2017May 31, 2024 Joy Orzales

MAPPING THE FUTURE Narratives from agribusiness experts II By: Rolando T. Dy – @inquirerdotnet Philippine Daily Inquirer / 04:59 AM May 01, 2017 In my previous piece under the similar title, Dave, my friend and global trade expert, discussed many aspects of trade in mango, garlic and onions. Dave wanted to be anonymous so that

Sugar regulator proposes import duty on corn-based sweetener

April 26, 2017December 7, 2023 Joy Orzales

Posted on March 22, 2017 Original article can be accessed here: http://www.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Economy&title=sugar-regulator-proposes-import-duty-on-corn-based-sweetener&id=142584 THE Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) is set to propose to the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) this week the imposition of an import duty for high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), the sweetener that has dampened industrial demand for refined sugar. SRA Administrator Anna

Vietnam Tipped to be Asia’s Fastest-Growing Convenience Market

April 26, 2017December 7, 2023 Joy Orzales

By IGD | 28 Mar 2017 Original article can be accessed here: https://foodindustry.asia/vietnam-tipped-to-be-asias-fastest-growing-convenience-market Source: IGD Vietnam is forecast to be the fastest-growing convenience market in Asia by 2021, followed by the Philippines and Indonesia, according to new data released today by international grocery research organisation IGD. Asia’s grocery market is the largest in the world, with

Be informed about agriculture and rural poverty

April 19, 2017May 31, 2024 Joy Orzales

Written by Prof. Rolando T. Dy of the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), “Agribusiness and Rural Progress: Actions for Poverty Reduction” contains 86 articles that cover the global and ASEAN fronts, local and regional perspectives, rural development, governance, and commodity focus. The book espouses that a dynamic, progressive and inclusive economy is anchored on

Accepting registration for our ServSafe Certification Training this June

April 19, 2017May 31, 2024 Joy Orzales

“Food safety is a scientific discipline describing handling, preparation, and storage of food in ways that prevent foodborne illness. This includes a number of routines that should be followed to avoid potentially severe health hazards.” ~ Wikipedia The Center for Food and Agri Business is still accepting registration for our ServSafe Certification Course on June