Balancing Balancing People, Planet, and Profit in Philippine Agriculture: Examples from the Field

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This article positions sustainable investment in Philippine agriculture as a critical response to food insecurity and resource pressure. Centering on the Triple Bottom Line, it highlights how organizations can prioritize social equity and environmental protection while remaining economically viable. Through case studies, the article demonstrates sustainable growth that replaces mere output maximization with responsible value.

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Raising the Steaks: Understanding the Philippine Beef Cattle Industry

Joy Orzales

The article examines the Philippine beef cattle industry’s expanding demand, production gaps, and market conditions. Despite strong potential in key regions and moderately favorable animal health status, local supply still lags behind demand, driving higher imports. Dominated by backyard farmers, the sector needs improved technology, investment, and policy support to boost capacity and competitiveness. by

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The Philippine Cut Flower Industry: From Stem to Market

Joy Orzales

The article examines the Philippine cut flower industry’s evolving production, trade, and market dynamics. Despite recent declines, overall output has expanded, led by roses, chrysanthemums, and orchids. With a trade surplus and reduced imports, the sector remains competitive but faces rising costs, limited technology, and climate risks. These challenges require innovation, policy support, and collaboration.

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ASEAN Agricultural Supply Chains

Joy Orzales

This article examines ASEAN agricultural supply chains, focusing on their role in linking farms, markets, and consumers. It highlights contributions to food security, trade, and rural livelihoods, while noting challenges from climate risks, logistics gaps, and regulations. The discussion emphasizes resilience and sustainability, offering insights on strengthening supply chains for competitiveness and reliable food access.

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CFA Philippine Tobacco Industry

Philippine tobacco industry’s economic footprint: Contributions, challenges and prospects

Joy Orzales

This article examines the Philippine tobacco industry’s economic footprint, focusing on its contributions and challenges. It reviews the sector’s role in generating income, employment, and government revenues, while tackling concerns over regulations, illicit trade, and shifting markets. The discussion underscores resilience and competitiveness, offering insights on how the industry can adapt and sustain relevance. by

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Agriculture Scenarios 2024-2025

Joy Orzales

This article will discuss the scenarios for agriculture in 2024 and prospects for 2025, with focus on how to future-proof Philippine food and agribusiness. It will elaborate on innovation, resilience, and sustainable competitiveness – strategic areas that are crucial in addressing mounting challenges such as climate disruptions, rising costs, and evolving consumer preferences. by Marie

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CFA Briefer Agricultural Diversification

Crop diversification in Philippine agriculture: Dominant crops and ASEAN comparisons

Joy Orzales

This piece explores how agricultural diversification is shaping the future of Philippine farming. Amid climate risks, price volatility, and development challenges, diverse cropping systems offer resilience, improved incomes, and food security. Drawing from 2023 FAO data, the article compares the Philippines with ASEAN neighbors to uncover key trends and the country’s progress in diversification. by

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2025 MID YEAR FOOD AND BUSINESS CONFERENCE

Cy Reyes

The University of Asia and the Pacific will be holding the MID-YEAR FOOD ANDAGRIBUSINESS E-CONFERENCE with the theme “Future-Proofing Philippine Foodand Agribusiness: Innovation, Resilience, and Sustainable Competitiveness”. The half-day e-conference via Zoom is scheduled on July 9, 2025, from 1:00-5:00 p.m.The conference seeks to present the following: (a) key trends and innovations shapingthe agribusiness landscape;

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