by Domingo Ibanez | Published Aug 13, 2024 | Publications
A Study: Introduction to Coconut Intercropping Products Value Chains. Assessing Opportunities for Market and Profitability in the Philippines The coconut industry is a cornerstone of the Philippine economy, playing a vital role in the agricultural sector and the... 
by Domingo Ibanez | Published Jul 17, 2024 | Latest News, Links, Publications, Statements/Declarations
We hope this letter finds you well. We are writing to you with a heavy heart, compelled by the urgent and devastating situation unfolding in Maguindanao del Norte following a catastrophic flash flood on July 9, 2024. Maguindanao del Norte, nestled in the Bangsamoro... 
by Domingo Ibanez | Published Mar 18, 2024 | Food Sovereignty, Latest News, Links, Media, Programs, Publications, Rural Livelihood and Enterprise Development
“Empowering Coconut Farmers: A Tale of Resilience and Transformation” In a dedicated mission to uplift the lives of coconut farmers in the Philippines, the Integrated Rural Development Foundation (IRDF) and its esteemed partners—Livelihoods Venture, Danone Company,... 
by irdfadmin | Published Dec 12, 2019 | Publications
AYOS TOL – Tree Of Life Coconut is the sixth most cultivated fruit in the world. The nuts are available all year round and can be used in many ways for food, cosmetics, buildings and pharmaceutical. This is why the coconut tree is often called the “tree of... 
by irdfadmin | Published Aug 26, 2019 | Publications
Perilous Waters Selected Papers on the Dangers of Privatizing Irrigation In an era where the market reigns supreme, evennaturally occurring and commonly held resourcesare privatized and turned into lucrative areas ofinvestment. Such is the attempt of World Bank,and... 
by irdfadmin | Published Nov 12, 2012 | Publications
The ASEAN-EU Free Trade Agreement: Issues and Problems for Philippine Agriculture The proposed free trade agreement between the Association of SoutheastAsian Nations and the European Union of the ASEAN-EU FTA is certainlya source of concern. For one, it is within the... 