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DAR's farm biz school teaches farmers how to become entrepreneurs

Manila, April 22 -- The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) is developing more farmer entrepreneurs through an enhanced farm business school (FBS) using mixed participatory adult learning methodologie... Read More


Edible seaweed 'gamet' nurturing coastal Ilocos Norte community

Manila, April 16 -- In the coastal village of Ablan in Burgos, Ilocos Norte, a seasonal seaweed called "gamet" is making gastronomic experience in the province more exciting. Remedios Baniaga, who ru... Read More


Ilocos Norte agri industry beneficiary of P305-M sustainable project

Manila, April 15 -- Ilocos Norte province is set to construct more small water impounding dams, as well as farm reservoirs and solar-powered irrigation systems, to cushion the effects of climate chang... Read More


Ilocos Norte town to celebrate brotherhood, culture through festival

Manila, April 15 -- The Isneg tribe of Dumalneg town, located 73 km. northeast of this city, is set to celebrate on Wednesday the Panagwawagi Festival, an annual event showcasing the town's brotherhoo... Read More


35 motorist assistance stations set up in Ilocos Region for Holy Week

Manila, April 14 -- A total of 35 motorist assistance stations will be set up along major, secondary and tertiary roads in the Ilocos Region starting Wednesday to assist Holy Week travelers. The team... Read More


Pet cemetery - a dream come true for La Union 'fur parent'

SAN FERNANDO CITY, April 12 -- Ever since he was a child, "fur parent" Xavier Mercado, 43, has dreamed of a pet cemetery where he could visit his furry babies when they are gone. Mercado's dream came... Read More


Birdwatching takes flight in Ilocos Region

Manila, April 10 -- The Department of Tourism (DOT) has teamed up with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to promote more birdwatching activities in the region not just for lei... Read More


Ilocos Norte garlic festival inspires more farmers, entrepreneurs

Manila, April 10 -- Exciting and fun-filled activities featuring the aromatic flavor of the Ilocos garlic renewed interest of farmers and entrepreneurs to plant more and improve their products to a wi... Read More


PhilHealth urges hospitals to support 'no balance billing' policy

LAOAG CITY, April 8 -- The Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) has enjoined private hospitals here to support its no balance billing (NBB) policy to ensure equitable access to healthcare se... Read More


Ex-OFW in Ilocos Norte finds sustainable livelihood in mulberries

Manila, April 3 -- For a budget-friendly fee of PHP100, a farm in Ilocos Norte is offering visitors the unique experience of harvesting mulberries. Located in the rice farming village of Pasiocan in ... Read More