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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


Empowered Women, Resilient Farms: Insights from Grow Asia’s GrowHer program
For 65-year-old Francisca "Nanay Fran" Somejo Rimalos, learning never ends. A dedicated farmer since her teenage years, Nanay Fran...
Aug 11, 20244 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


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


Making ends meet: life on the cornfield
Born to a family of farmers, Tarcila “Tasing” Jurado Bunayog is accustomed to the hustle and bustle in the farm. At an early age, Tasing...
Jul 12, 20236 min read


Usapang Mais: PPSA’s AGREE Project calls for support to promote inclusivity in the corn value chains
In agriculture, we cannot separate the issues of climate change and gender inequalities. Climate change greatly amplifies gender inequalitie
Mar 29, 20236 min read


Farmers’ voice matter in climate action
Under the heat of the sun, women hoe weeds in a corn field in Datu Saudi Ampatuan. They do this to protect the corn plants from being...
Jan 5, 20234 min read
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