Commentary

A stabilizing force in turbulent times

The global economy is at a crossroads. We have entered a new era of heightened…

What the gov’t needs to sustain momentum in agri

Private sector participation has been most helpful in contributing to good governance in agriculture. However,…

A quick gov’t response to agriculture’s needs

The industry commodity boards recently organized under the Department of Agriculture (DA) have proven to…

How electricity access lifts Filipino families

Electricity is so basic to our lives that we often forget how powerful it really…

Farmers, fisherfolk want impeachment case vs VP to proceed

Last December 11, the Alyansa Agrikultura (AA) agreed with the position that the country’s current…

Offensive and defensive plays in the tobacco industry

For our agriculture to develop, we need both defensive and offensive strategies. How? We must…

The foundations that need more support

More acknowledgment and support should be given to foundations, especially those that promote rural empowerment.…

Bridging the education-employment divide

With the future of work rapidly evolving, how can we ensure our schools are not…

The US credit ratings downgrade–should I worry?

Amid the US tariff-focussed headlines, one could be forgiven for missing the other key event…

To help reduce poverty, send more agri products abroad

Exports create jobs, which in turn reduce poverty. More attention, however,  should be given to…