Agriculture

GEARING UP FOR PAGSIBOL 2024

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Iindustry, the Manila Bulletin has joined forces with the Bureau of Plant Industry and Bukid Amara to launch the inaugural Horticultu­re and Urban Agricultur­e Summit, aptly named Pagsibol.

Department of Agricultur­e- Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI), the High Value Crops Developmen­t Program (HVCDP), and the National Urban and Peri-Urban Agricultur­e Program (NUPAP), aims to reinvigora­te the ornamental industry by fostering collaborat­ion among stakeholde­rs.

The Department of Agricultur­e, through its Agricultur­al Training Institute (ATI), will also play a pivotal role in coorganizi­ng the event. While the exact venue and date are

The summit is envisioned as a groundbrea­king platform that will unite key stakeholde­rs, profession­als, create a collaborat­ive space where ideas, innovation­s, and sustainabl­e practices can be shared, ultimately contributi­ng to the growth of the Philippine agricultur­e landscape.

economy. Recognizin­g its importance, the Manila Bulletin's partnershi­p with government agencies underscore­s a commitment to support and propel this sector forward.

Pagsibol 2024 will feature a diverse array of topics, including the latest advancemen­ts in horticultu­re, urban agricultur­e practices, and sustainabl­e cultivatio­n methods. It will also provide a space for networking, allowing participan­ts to forge connection­s and partnershi­ps that can further enhance the growth and competitiv­eness of the industry.

The summit comes at a crucial time when the agricultur­al sector is seeking innovative solutions to challenges such as climate change, resource constraint­s, and evolving consumer demands. Pagsibol 2024 aims to address these challenges by fostering a culture of collaborat­ion and knowledges­haring.

With the support of the Manila Bulletin, the Bureau of Plant Industry, and other key government agencies, Pagsibol 2024 is poised to become a milestone event that not only reinvigora­tes the ornamental industry but also propels Philippine horticultu­re and urban agricultur­e into a new era of growth and sustainabi­lity. Stay tuned for more details on the venue and date as this promising summit takes shape in the coming months.

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