Boosting Agriculture and Tourism: Lessons from the 7th Philippine Farm Tourism Conference

The 7th Philippine Farm Tourism Conference, hosted by the provincial government of Bohol, focuses on empowering farming communities towards sustainable growth in agriculture and tourism. Highlighting the significance of food tourism in boosting agricultural production and the local economy, the conference emphasizes learnings, models, and best practices in fruit and vegetable farms, aquaculture, artisanal fisheries, and green investments in farm tourism.

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Government Allocates P5 Billion Budget to Support Sugar Industry in Negros Occidental

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved a substantial budget of P5 billion aimed at directly purchasing sugar from farmers in the Philippines, particularly in Negros Occidental. This decision comes amidst a troubling decline in millgate sugar prices in the region.

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