We have done several features on the importance of human gut bacteria. But what about farm animals? In a study conducted by the Center of Excellence for Poultry Science in 2017, it was shown that supplementation of lactic acid bacteria,…
The Philippines is a wonderful place for farming. Abundant rains and warm weather make it possible for us to grow nearly any food all year round. However there are some challenges that come with that heavy rain, one of the…
By Aeon Mapa Over the years we have heard stories of individuals who have decided to live totally off of the land. Those who have dared to abandon material posessions and live a simple, yet highly fulfilling life in solitude…
At ESSA, our foremost goal is to promote the practice of sustainable agriculture in the Philippines. In order for us to truly advocate for sustainable agriculture we need to understand what is really is. Let’s take a look at some…
How The Great Food War Will Be Won This article also by Jonathan Latham in 2015 discusses the steps we need to take in order to shatter the lies surrounding world wide food production and move towards a truly healthy…
This article, written for children’shealthdefense.org, as site that advocates the importance of healthy organic food for children, they describe how systems of small farms are better suited to provide food for the world thant the current large scale conventional method.…
The Difference Between Organic and Sustainable Food Often, when looking for healthy food that is good for us and the environment we look for the “ORGANIC” label. Organic is better for your health in many ways. However it is not…
The Real Climate Impact of Organic Farming is an article written on foodprint.org as a response to many reports that have been surfacing that organic farming is actually WORSE for the environment. The article mentions that these studies exist alongside…
ESSA, in cooperation with SRI Pilipinas is conducting a season long training on the System of Rice Intensification with 14 farmers and farm owners from Lambunao. They aim to create a community of sustainable farmers in the area that will…
This past May 13th, LOAMCPh held it’s 13th general assembly. The event was held online for mayors and lgu representatives from prospective member municipalities. The programme included the history and current state of LOAMCPh, a talk on the current pandemic…
Six months ago, ESSA Iloilo City Cluster and Brgy Cochero began their partnership and efforts towards an urban gardening project. This project was meant to be a response to the food security issues brought about by the lockdown, and, in…
After nearly a decade of work by MASIPAG and PGS Philippines, Republic act 10068 has been amended to recognize the participatory guarantee system as a certifyig body for organic farms. This is a huge step for organic and sustianable agriculture…