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  • Celebrating Biodiversity: Building Harmony with Nature

    On this International Day for Biological Diversity, we celebrate the Philippines’ rich ecosystems—from the forests to the Verde Island Passage. Let’s take action to protect our biodiversity, which sustains our food, water, health, and livelihoods, and commit to living in harmony with nature for a sustainable future.

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  • Palayamanan: A Filipino Model for Sustainable Agriculture and Resilient Farming

    The Palayamanan System, developed by PhilRice in the Philippines, promotes sustainable farming by integrating rice cultivation with diverse livelihoods like vegetable gardening, livestock raising, and aquaculture. This holistic approach enhances food security and income for smallholder farmers, aligning with key UN Sustainable Development Goals to combat poverty and hunger while addressing climate change.

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  • The Importance of Bees: Protecting Our Buzzing Friends

    Bees are crucial to the Philippines, pollinating 80% of flowering plants essential for food production. However, they face threats from habitat loss, pesticide use, climate change, and diseases. Protecting them involves creating bee-friendly habitats, avoiding pesticides, supporting local beekeepers, educating others, and participating in conservation initiatives to ensure food security and biodiversity.

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