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Weathering the storm: Evangeline Frasco’s story of resilience
Women farmers like Evangeline “Nanay Vangie” Frasco are the backbone of rural communities, balancing the demands of both farm and family...
Apr 86 min read


Growing in the face of climate change: Nanay Edith’s story of empowering her community
Nanay Edith shares with us the lessons she has learned through years of hands-on experience and her hopes for her fellow farmers.
Mar 115 min read


Planting seeds of resilience: Francisca Rimalos’ journey in the cornfields of Cagayan
In this article, we sat down with Nanay Fran and talked about her journey as a farmer.
Mar 55 min read


Nurturing innovation: celebrating women and girls in agricultural science
Each year on February 11, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated to recognize the contributions of women and...
Feb 114 min read


Urban Farmers PH: Inspiring the future generation of urban farmers
Amid skyscrapers and the bustling urban streets, Urban Farmers PH’s Bonifacio Global City (BGC) community farm gives hope.
Sep 16, 20243 min read


Breaking New Grounds: A corn-breeder is paving the way for women in agriculture
In the heart of North Cotabato, Jean Jose Somera spent her childhood immersed in their small farming community. Watching her father till...
Mar 27, 20245 min read


Inspiring inclusion for women in agriculture
Together with SEARCA, PPSA brought together key stakeholders in the agri sector to inspire inclusion and encourage women's empowerment.
Mar 21, 20243 min read


Harvesting hope: When mothers turn to dragon fruit farming
Nestled in Nasugbu, Batangas is a community of mothers who have taken up dragon fruit farming. Beyond the traditional roles society often...
Dec 14, 20235 min read


Farming for the future: How a telecoms executive is driving change through digital innovation
Stephanie Velasco-Orlino counts herself lucky to have discovered her true passion and a fulfilling career path. With over 22 years of...
Oct 27, 20235 min read


Paying it forward: how a Cooperative Executive is empowering farmers for a more secure livelihood
Seeing her father overcome challenges in their small farm, Donna Dizon realized that farming was not an easy job. In a time when...
Oct 16, 20235 min read


Planting seeds of hope: How a CSR Champion nurtures communities, one farmer at a time
In a world where corporate social responsibility (CSR) often remains a buzzword, there are some who dedicate their careers to creating...
Oct 10, 20235 min read


Passion for change: how a young innovator found purpose in combating food loss
Do you ever ponder the journey of food from farm to table? It's fascinating how our meals travel from the farmers before reaching our...
Jul 17, 20234 min read


Women can do it: What we can learn from budding farmers in Marinduque
In the neighborhood of Cawit Boac, Marinduque, the women are busy tending to the community garden of their Women Food Producers...
May 5, 20235 min read


Para kanino ka bumabangon? How Nestlé's Corporate Affairs Executive is helping coffee farmers in PH
Truly, we never know where life will take us. Angel, after 17 years of working with a chain of hotels and resorts, felt that she needed to
Mar 31, 20234 min read


Breaking stereotypes: How an international dev't practitioner empowers farmers in the Philippines
Honey Catherine Sobrevega has been in the development sector for over three decades. Her work spans on women-focused projects in different
Mar 28, 20235 min read


The courage to lead: How a social development practitioner is helping shape better lives for farmers
“Someone advised me when I was younger that by 30 years old, you should already know what you want to be involved in.”
Mar 27, 20236 min read


Making the child in me proud: How a daughter of farmers is giving back to her community
Growing up in a family of farmers in North Cotabato, Christine Jodloman’s eyes were opened to the hardships farmers faced at a very young ag
Mar 27, 20235 min read


Meet one of our Women Leaders in Agritech, Janeth Fule
In the PPSA Network, women are stepping up as leaders and key players in agriculture and food system transformation. In this Q&A, we...
Aug 12, 20228 min read


Meet our new Private Sector Co-Chair
PPSA announces new Private Sector Co-Chair
Mar 2, 20212 min read
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