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The island of Mindoro is home to a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, including citrus, mangoes, coconuts, and bananas.

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Since agriculture is 2-4 times more effective at reducing poverty than other economic sectors, it continues to be a crucial component of inclusive development. In the Philippines, agriculture continues to be a major part of the economy.

A number of issues, including soil and water contamination, greenhouse gas emissions, and a decline in biodiversity, are being brought on by the present or traditional agricultural practices. Along with food security, food safety is a growing concern in agriculture.

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Unsustainable Methods Obstruct Food Security and Threaten Future Livelihood Resources

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Unsustainable Methods Obstruct Food Security and Threaten Future Livelihood Resources

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The first stage in converting unsustainable agriculture to a sustainable agriculture is educating extension workers to have a solid understanding of the idea and its practices. Additionally, extension personnel must be persuaded of the need of sustainability if they are to teach farmers about the ideas. Human behavior is significantly influenced by attitudes because they give behavior and performance direction and meaning.

Declaro-Ruedas, M. (2015). The agricultural extension workers’ attitude toward organic agriculture in Magsaysay, Occidental Mindoro. ISSAAS Book of Abstracts.

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The Mangyans, an indigenous group living on the island of Mindoro, are known for their peaceful and welcoming nature. Unfortunately, behind this placid demeanor, Mangyans have struggled to feed their families, secure their livelihood, and claim their ancestral domain. Zero Extreme Poverty 2030, a co…

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Occidental Mindoro Included in  IPC-Chronic Level 4 (Severe Chronic Food Insecurity)

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Occidental Mindoro Included in  IPC-Chronic Level 4 (Severe Chronic Food Insecurity)

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Layug, B. (2019, April 25). Gabutero Organic Farm (Bongabong, Oriental Mindoro). Retrieved November 18, 2022, from http://benjielayug.com/2019/04/gabutero-organic-farm-bongabong-oriental-mindoro.html

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756 Mindoro farmers now landowners. (2019, May 2). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/101246

Buhay, E. V. D. (2021, March 11). DA – RCEF sa pamamagitan ng TESDA Scholarship Program, patuloy ang libreng pagsasanay at pamimigay ng Daily Training Allowance at PPE sa 100 magsasaka ng Victoria, Oriental Mindoro. Department of Agriculture MIMAROPA. https://mimaropa.da.gov.ph/media-resources/news-and-events/da-rcef-sa-pamamagitan-ng-tesda-scholarship-program-patuloy-ang-libreng-pagsasanay-at-pamimigay-ng-daily-training-allowance-at-ppe-sa-100-magsasaka-ng-victoria-oriental-mindoro

College of Agriculture. (2020, May 13). Occidental Mindoro State College. https://www.omsc.edu.ph/articles/colleges?page=college-of-agriculture

Cueto, Ph.D., L. (2022, October 14). 111 farmers get corn subsidy from Naujan LGU. Philippine Information Agency. https://pia.gov.ph/news/2022/10/14/111-farmers-get-corn-subsidy-from-naujan-lgu

Cueto, L. (2022, January 27). ATI Mimaropa to hold school-on-the-air in OrMin. Philippine Information Agency. https://pia.gov.ph/news/2022/01/27/ati-mimaropa-to-hold-school-on-the-air-in-ormin

DA Communications Group. (2020, January 22). Mindoro farmers benefit from Rice Farmers Financial Assistance.

Department of Agriculture. https://www.da.gov.ph/mindoro-farmers-benefit-from-rice-farmers-financial-assistance/

DAR distributes CLOA in OrMin. (2021, June 2). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/dar-in-the-news/102739

DAR empowers farmers in Occidental Mindoro. (2016, September 6). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/100600

DAR handed over 378 CLOAs to Oriental Mindoro farmers. (2018, February 3). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/100917

Francisco, M. R. (2022, November 10). Higit 500 magsasaka sa Oriental Mindoro, natuto sa serye ng mga pagsasanay na isinagawa ng HVCDP. Department of Agriculture MIMAROPA. https://mimaropa.da.gov.ph/media-resources/news-and-events/higit-500-magsasaka-sa-oriental-mindoro-natuto-sa-serye-ng-mga-pagsasanay-na-isinagawa-ng-hvcdp

Luci-Atienza, C. (2021, December 5). DOST-Mimaropa partners with Occidental Mindoro State College to commercialize agri technologies. Manila Bulletin. https://mb.com.ph/2021/12/05/dost-mimaropa-partners-with-occidental-mindoro-state-college-to-commercialize-agri-technologies/

Mamburao farmers say no to El Niño. (2016, February 16). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/100860

Mindoro farmers receive P5.3 M-worth of farm machineries. (2018, June 15). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/100324

Occidental Mindoro farmers receive land titles, support services from DAR. (2021, March 23). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/102478

Road and bridge projects for Occidental Mindoro farmers. (2016, January 15). Department of Agrarian Reform. https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/100653

Simeon, L. M. (2022, August 2). DBM releases P8 billion for farmers’ subsidy. Philstar. https://www.philstar.com/business/2022/08/02/2199562/dbm-releases-p8-billion-farmers-subsidy

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Declaro-Ruedas, M. (2015). The agricultural extension workers’ attitude toward organic agriculture in Magsaysay, Occidental Mindoro. ISSAAS Book of Abstracts.

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In a rural community in Mindoro, ecological problems not only result in poverty but are also triggered by it. (2015, September 8). University of the Philippines. https://ovpaa.up.edu.ph/in-a-rural-community-in-mindoro-ecological-problems-not-only-result-in-poverty-but-are-also-triggered-by-it/

RODRIGUEZ. (2015, November 9). What’s eating up Mindoro’s forests? RAPPLER. Retrieved November 21, 2022, from https://www.rappler.com/science/105742-mangyan-mindoro-forests/

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Wagner, A., Yap, D. L. T., & Yap, H. T. (2015). Drivers and consequences of land use patterns in a developing country rural community. Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment, 214, 78-85.

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The island of Mindoro has a total area of 10,133.94 square kilometers, or 3,912.72 square miles, with a coastline that extends for around 694.97 kilometers, or 431.83 miles. The island is located at roughly 12.8692 and 121.1348.

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Mindoro, the seventh largest island in the Philippines, was first inhabited by the Mangyans. Over 100,000 Mangyans live on the island, which accounts for about 10% of the overall population. One of the 110 tribal groups in the nation is the tribe.

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The fisheries, forestry, and agriculture industry employ 70% of the population. Despite the fact that the entire country of the Philippines is in a tropical area. The rainy season in Mindoro is among the longest in the nation. Whereas without irrigation, double-cropping is occasionally achievable in agriculture.

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In Chinese Chronicles, the island of Mindoro was referred to as the "land of the Ma'I," where Ma'I people were said to have traded from other islands in the archipelago and Southeast Asia.

In 1570, the Spanish arrived on the island and founded Puerto Galera as a colony. Up to the early 17th century, Mindoro was a part of Batangas; in June 1902, it was a part of Marinduque. It was declared a special province in November 1902, and on February 20, 1921, Republic Act No. 2964 changed its status to that of a regular province. The province of Mindoro was divided into Oriental and Occidental Mindoro on June 13, 1950, in accordance with RA 505

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A province in the Luzon island group of the Philippines called Oriental Mindoro is located in the MIMAROPA Region. Calapan City serves as its capital.

The province has a total land area of 4,238.38 square kilometers, or 1,636.45 square miles. The 2020 Census found that it has a population of 908,339. This was equivalent to 28.13 percent of the entire population of the MIMAROPA Region, 1.4 percent of the entire population of the Luzon island group, or 0.8 percent of the entire population of the Philippines. Based on these numbers, the population density is calculated to be 214 people per square kilometer or 555 people per square mile.

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A province in the Luzon island group of the Philippines called Occidental Mindoro is located in the MIMAROPA Region. The Municipality of Mamburao serves as its capital.

The province has a total land area of 5,851.09 square kilometers, or 2,259.12 square miles. According to the 2020 Census, it has a population of 525,354. This was equivalent to 16.27% of the total population of the MIMAROPA Region, 0.84% of the total population of the Luzon island group, or 0.48% of the entire Filipino population. Based on these numbers, the population density is calculated to be 90 people per square kilometer, or 233 people per square mile.

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Part 2: Agriculture - the main source of livelihood in Mindoro.

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Part 2: Agriculture - the main source of livelihood in Mindoro.

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Part 5: Technological Advancement / New Concepts

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Part 5: Technological Advancement / New Concepts

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Background from Canva

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Certificates of Land Ownership Awards (CLOA)

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Certificates of Land Ownership Awards (CLOA)

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Part of the country’s agrarian reform effort is the distribution of Certificates of Land Ownership Awards (CLOA). This is given to farmers who do not own any land, reducing their expenses for rent. Some farmers who stop their agricultural activities get motivated to get back into farming after receiving CLOA.

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A total of 36 beneficiaries from Oriental Mindoro & Calapan City were given CLOA by the Department of Agrarian Reform. The CLOAS was personally handed to the beneficiaries by Claudette Castillo, Chief Agrarian Reform Program Officer for DAR.

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181.5 hectares of land were given to the 100 farmers of Occidental Mindoro through the efforts of the Department of Agrarian Reform.

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https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/101246                                     (Image from DAR - Oriental Mindoro Facebook Page)     

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 Oriental Mindoro and Occidental Mindoro (2019)

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 Oriental Mindoro and Occidental Mindoro (2019)

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A total land area of 622 hectares was given to Oriental Mindoro and Occidental Mindoro. 756 CLOA were provided to the farmer beneficiaries.

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The Department of Agrarian Reform issued 378 CLOAs, totaling 442,984 hectares of agricultural land.

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The land title for 105.33 hectares of mango orchard located in Occidental Mindoro was given to 175 farmers.

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Unsustainable Agriculture Leading to Ecological Problems

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Unsustainable Agriculture Leading to Ecological Problems

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Complex ecological issues have poverty as their cause as well as their effect. Attempts to reduce poverty are hampered by the disparity in political and economic power between the indigenous Mangyans minority and the Tagalog majority. The ensuing economic demands fuel illicit logging and agricultural intensification, which, if not stopped, will further deplete the resources of the forest and land. These show up as degradation and significantly reduced species diversity.

Wagner, A., Yap, D. L. T., & Yap, H. T. (2015). Drivers and consequences of land use patterns in a developing country rural community. Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment, 214, 78-85.

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In the agricultural context of Mindoro, the lack of modern technology is evident. In fact, some of the farmers only use tractors to transport their goods to the market and stand by for the government’s assistance. Meanwhile, the donations given by the government are either second-hand machines or technologies that are already outdated. This poses a problem because these kinds of technologies promote unsustainable agriculture, affecting even harmless species. As their production continues to increase, intensified agriculture will be practiced, which makes it even clearer why the STS area chosen needs to invest in modern technologies that can promote sustainable methods of agriculture.

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Agricultural intensification and other illegal activities lead to ecological problem

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Agricultural intensification and other illegal activities lead to ecological problem

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https://ovpaa.up.edu.ph/in-a-rural-community-in-mindoro-ecological-problems-not-only-result-in-poverty-but-are-also-triggered-by-it/

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Occidental Mindoro:

https://saad.da.gov.ph/priority_provinces/region-iv-b/occidental-mindoro#:~:text=Crops%20like%20mangoes%2C%20cashew%20nuts,major%20crops%20of%20Occidental%20Mindoro.

Oriental Mindoro:

http://www.orminagri.com/orientalmindoro

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Although Mindoro does not own a large number of agricultural technologies, they clearly utilized the industrialized farming system. This system relies heavily on synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, machinery like tractors. The lack of knowledge regarding its proper usage, without precision, leads to excessive usage. For instance, farmers based the amount of fertilizers they apply to the crops based on their instincts or observation regarding the crops’ condition. As a result, it does not only affect the environment but also the public health — providing unhealthy goods made out of instant process.

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If there really is no logging, then why are trees disappearing?

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The continuous growth of population only means that there is a need to increase food production. The use of chemical fertilizers is more convenient since the nutrients it contains is water soluble, making the production of goods even faster. The nitrate contained in chemical fertilizers can cause the soil to be acidic which can increase the exposure of farm goods to toxic elements. Meanwhile, nitrogen based fertilizers were found by the chemist from University of California and Berkley to highly contribute to the major greenhouse gas which is nitrous oxide.

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Agricultural Crops Production is Included in TESDA Approved Vocational Courses in Oriental Mindoro

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Agricultural Crops Production is Included in TESDA Approved Vocational Courses in Oriental Mindoro

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The Occidental Mindoro State College offers an agriculture program. They collaborated with DOST in the year 2021 for the betterment of their research outputs and commercialization of technologies. The technologies that they successfully commercialized include Liquid Trichoderma in Seaweed Extract (Trichogel), Seaweed Extract Plus, and Fruit and Vegetable Wastes Shredding Machine.

https://mb.com.ph/2021/12/05/dost-mimaropa-partners-with-occidental-mindoro-state-college-to-commercialize-agri-technologies/

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High-Value Crops Development Program (HVCDP) 

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High-Value Crops Development Program (HVCDP) 

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From July to October 2022, Extension Support, Education, and Training Services conducted the High-Value Crops Development Program. 553 farmers were given an opportunity to gain additional knowledge about farming fruits and vegetables. They were able to learn as well about different strategies that they can apply to increase their production and income.

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School-on-the-Air on Smart Rice Agriculture (Oriental Mindoro)

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School-on-the-Air on Smart Rice Agriculture (Oriental Mindoro)

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From March until April 2022, a School-on-the-Air on Smart Rice Agriculture (SOA-SRA) was held in the province's first district by the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) Mimaropa.

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Through the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority Scholarship Program, 100 farmers in Victoria, Occidental Mindoro, were given training with the assistance of the Agricultural Training Institute. Aside from the said training, they were also given Php 1,000 for personal protective equipment and internet allowance.

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Pesticides which contain toxic substances are used to eliminate harmful organisms. However, pesticides sometimes reach non-target organisms, air, water and even the crops which will later on be eaten by humans.  In addition, when pesticides are excessively used, insects that the pesticides are trying to eliminate will develop resistance to it. As a result, farmers will increase the pesticides they apply.

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A corn subsidy from Naujan LGU was provided to farmers 

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A corn subsidy from Naujan LGU was provided to farmers 

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The Naujan municipal government distributed Sweet Pearl F1 variety of maize to at least 111 corn farmer recipients from the 30 barangays that were recognized in Naujan.

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A cash subsidy worth Php 8 billion was given to farmers

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A cash subsidy worth Php 8 billion was given to farmers

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To help more local rice farmers, the Department of Budget and Management has released P8.05 billion in excess tariff earnings under the Rice Tariffication Law (RTL).

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Mindoro farmers benefit from Rice Farmers Financial Assistance

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Mindoro farmers benefit from Rice Farmers Financial Assistance

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On January 21, 2020, the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) on behalf of the Department of Agriculture (DA) distributed P53 million in cash aid to farmers in Oriental Mindoro. More than 10,000 farmers from the province who till half-hectare to two-hectare farmlots will receive financial assistance totaling P5,000 under the Rice Farmers Financial Assistance (RFFA).

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P5.3 M-worth of farm machineries given to Mindoro farmers

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P5.3 M-worth of farm machineries given to Mindoro farmers

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The Department of Agrarian Reform provided farm machineries, aiming to increase the productivity and income of the farmers. The C60 Rice Combine Harvester with trailer bed will be beneficial since the cooperatives in the area are the major rice producers. Through these machines, it is estimated that 250 farmers will benefit.

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The country's farming industry is suffering because of the El Niño phenomenon, but 19 farmer organizations had a significant sense of relief after the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) granted them access to shallow tube wells.

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Infrastructure projects for Occidental Mindoro

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Infrastructure projects for Occidental Mindoro

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Road and bridge projects were organized by the Department of Agrarian Reform in collaboration with the  Municipality of San Jose. Since farmers only use tractors in transporting their products, this project will greatly help to lessen the delivery time.

https://www.dar.gov.ph/articles/news/100653

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According to FAO, an irrigation scheme normally pulls water from a river or extracts groundwater and distributes it across the irrigated region, which can cause land degradation through salinization, alkalization, waterlogging, and soil acidification. Moreover, irrigation can cause ecological degradation by lowering biodiversity and harming downstream ecosystems due to decreased water quantity and quality, as well as groundwater depletion by reducing base flow and wetlands and creating dry drinking and irrigation wells. In Peruvian desert, numerous irrigation techniques utilized to intensify farming provoked landslides.

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This system is done by producing one variant of crop in a large agricultural land. Despite its efficiency, focusing on one type of crop only, it produces negative effects. Since this practice relies heavily on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, soil tends to quickly lose its nutrients. Also, diseases can easily spread since the uniform crop is sensitive to pathogens. Meanwhile, for wildlife, it affects their habitat. In America whose major population are coffee drinkers, it is reported that coffee fields which practice monoculture farming by cutting the trees in the area reduced the bird population.

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Sustainable agriculture is based on the premise that people must meet the demands of the present without jeopardizing future generations' ability to meet their own needs. As a result, long-term stewardship of both natural and human resources is as important as short-term economic benefit. To accomplish this, the strategy must fully utilize better technology, research, and development, while also incorporating far more local knowledge than in the past.

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Smart farming promotes sustainable agriculture

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Smart farming promotes sustainable agriculture

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Smart farming is a new agricultural concept that explores the use of technology to boost agricultural production while dramatically lowering inputs. Smart farming is currently an information-driven agricultural technique, employing economically and environmentally sound techniques to increase manufacturing output.

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This concept utilized high-tect sensor and analysis technology to increase crop yields and helps in management decisions. It makes extensive use of statistics and information to enhance the utilization of agricultural resources, yields, and crop quality.

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Intensive irrigation can affect both the environment and crops negatively, that’s why crops should only be irrigated when needed. To track the irrigation schedule, soil moisture level and climatic condition should be observed. Through sensors, remote monitoring can be possibly done in a timely, accurate and convenient manner.

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Drones can be utilized to better water the crops by identifying which has the driest parts and needs more moisture. Aside from this, it can also detect the amount of chemical substance an area needs by detecting its condition. Excessive use of fertilizers and pesticides has been a problem in traditional farming which the modern ways can combat.

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Autonomous tractors ensure efficient and accurate farming while eliminating human mistakes. Farm tractors that are fully independent can till and plant seeds flawlessly. This leads to improved farming precision, which leads to higher yields and profit. Since  processes are done automatically, other benefits such as more effective fertilizer distribution, reduced fuel waste, and lower production costs are generated.

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Smart fertilizer is defined as fertilizer with controlled nutrient release combined with bioformulations based on bacteria or enzymes that can help meet food security while having a low environmental negative impact.

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For more smart farming tools, refer to this website: https://jxiotet.com/

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Since the majority of the farmers in rural settings faced financial difficulties, they tend to neglect education due to financial difficulties. Aside from motivating the farmers to increase their productions by providing workshops about farming, the government should also find ways that can motivate the future generation of farmers to acquire proper education. This will ensure the security of better food production in the coming years.

Education improves farmers' ability to collect, decode, and comprehend information, allowing them to make better use of existing data to develop relevant solutions to production, market, and financial difficulties. Briefly, farmers with a good education have better decision-making abilities and manage resources in a wise manner.

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Looking at Mindoro's agricultural products, it shows potential. The Department of Agrarian Reform should assist the Mindoro farmers in broadening their network, such as through partnerships with local and big companies. For instance, Mindanao coffee farmers greatly benefit from its partnership with Nestlé Philippines (NESCAFÉ), which ensures them a continuous income return, modern technology donations, and competitive training or education opportunities. Mindoro farmers can start by partnering with local businesses in their area, taking advantage of Palawan’s popularity, and making it a great spot for their products.

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Mindoro farmers rely only on the government when selling their products. Farmers can use digital marketing to reach out to many consumers and earn greater prices for their produce. It provides assistance to agricultural startups. Young farmers are ready to utilize digital marketing channels as literacy levels in rural regions rise and agricultural infrastructure develops.

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Gabutero Organic Farm, the only accredited organic farm in Oriental Mindoro, is a DOT-accredited Agri-Farm Tourism Site and an Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) and TESDA accredited learning site.

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This is a working farm that supplies BADLADZ Restaurants with all the Organic Meats, Vegetables & Fruits that we serve when you dine with us at BADLADZ Beach & Dive Resort.

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Garden of Blessings Livestock Farm an accredited sub-farm of DV Boer Farm International Corporation

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Part 6: Other Suggestions to Achieve SDG 2 & 11 in Mindoro

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Part 6: Other Suggestions to Achieve SDG 2 & 11 in Mindoro

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Once a family vegetable garden, Maculbo Eco Farm today is a working farm with an organically-grown agricultural products.

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Dela Fuente Farm is a family owned company accepting investors to be part of our growing corporation.