The Philippine agriculture sector accounts for about 10% of total GDP but employs some 22% of the Philippine labor force, already exposing the low productivity of those working in farming.

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) 8 (Eastern Visayas) is stepping up its support to enhance the economic ...

An official of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Office here has revealed the continued rampant illegal ...

At 8:30 pm local time on 22nd March, millions of people around the world came together for Earth Hour in an inspiring show of unity and commitment to our planet. As of today, nearly 3 million hours ...

For generations, the Samar Sea has been a lifeline for coastal communities in Northern Samar and Samar provinces. Fishing is ...

The waves off the Philippine coast have always provided a lifeline for millions of small-scale fishers. But in recent months, ...

Beneficiaries of the Department of Labor and Employment’s livelihood assistance in Samar expressed gratitude to President ...

DOT-8 conducts inspection at the site of the Arteche Mangrove Forest trail and convention center site. (Photo courtesy of LGU Arteche) ARTECHE, Eastern Samar -In a community-driven effort to protect ...

Once completed, the projects will directly benefit over 300 farmers producing watermelon, vegetables, sweet potatoes, and cassava, while also improving access for fishing communities. Libjo is also ...

Five passengers of a fishing banca that encountered engine trouble were rescued off the coast of Barangay Butag, Bulan, Sorsogon, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said. According to the PCG report, ...