Exports of Philippine-grown bananas and pineapples, most of them from the Davao region and other parts of Mindanao, may increase with the implementation of the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA), but it will benefit agribusiness transnational corporations and not Filipino growers, according to independent think-tank Ibon Foundation.
This August, in Davao, Dabawenyos will hold a celebration of flowers, fruits, and for the year’s bountiful harvest – the Kadayawan festival. This celebration is one of the popular traditional festivals in Mindanao, now on its 22nd year.
In time for this gigantic festival, Damosa Gateway will once again mark the city with a series of exciting activities and events, as it commemorates its Second Year Anniversary. Also, Damosa Market Basket invites all entrepreneurs and exhibitors to showcase their best products and join FIESTANG PINOY (Fiesta Bazaar) at Damosa Market Basket, Lanang, Davao City.
The government is working on five ?bagsakan centers? in the Davao Region where the Department of Agriculture (DA) is infusing five million pesos to fund the project. These centers will have cold storage and other facilities to handle food and crops from farmers.
By Rose B. Palacio
The Rotaract Club of Munting Pag-asa Davao district 3860, a duly recognized and registered member of the Rotary International, a worldwide service organization known in 161 countries, has provided assistance to malnourished schoolchildren in Ubalde Elementary School along Agdao, Davao City.
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