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FREE Courses with flexible access, you can take the course anytime, anywhere at your own pace, and earn downloadable certificates upon course completion.

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Ang kuneho ay dalawang beses lamang dapat kumain sa isang araw, at kailangan sa parehong oras at parehong dami ng pagkain.

Maaari silang pakainin ng rabbit pellets sa umaga at damo naman sa hapon. Bigyan ng 50 grams ng pellets ang mga kuneho na may edad 4 buwan at pataas sa umaga, at 50 grams ng damo sa hapon.

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Tayo nang makinig at makiisa sa ating programang pang-agrikultura, mga ka-agri! Samahan ninyo kaming muli sa isang masiglang kwentuhan, katuwang ang Department of Agriculture.

Makakasama natin sa ating talakayan si Ms. Yovina-Claire Pauig, chief ng e-Extension Program Management Section sa Information Services Division ng Agricultural Training Institute, upang pag-usapan ang e-Learning for Agriculture and Fisheries.

Ibabahagi niya sa atin kung paano gamitin ang online platform na ito at kung anu-ano ang mga kurso na mayroon dito. Tatalakayin din ang kahalagahan ng e-Learning sa patuloy na pagpapalaganap ng kaalaman sa agrikultura.

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Please be advised that the e-Learning website (https://elearn.e-extension.gov.ph/) will be temporarily inaccessible on June 8 (12:00 AM) to June 9 (12:00 AM).

We are currently making some necessary system updates on the website to further improve our services.

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Do you want to learn about the different food safety hazards, and how you can manage and assess them? You will know more of that in our online course on Food Safety Risk Analysis: Concepts and Applications!

This latest e-Learning course contains four modules on food safety risk analysis, management, and assessment. It is the second course developed by Winrock International that is being offered through the our e-Learning platform.

The food safety course is also among the training modules under the Building Safe Agricultural Food Enterprises (B-SAFE) Project in the Philippines, funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

To know more about this course, visit https://elearn.e-extension.gov.ph and enroll now!

Enrollment is FREE.

Tea manure (TM) is created by soaking partially dried manure in water for one week. It contains all major nutrients in small amounts but is abundant in trace elements. TM can be used as soil fertilizer or applied as foliar spray, releasing nutrients gradually. Additionally, undiluted TM can be spread over a compost heap to evenly distribute moisture and beneficial microorganisms, enhancing nutrient content.

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Learn the basics of Philippine Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in our latest e-Learning course “Introduction to Good Agricultural Practices”.

This is a four-module online course that discusses the concepts and principles of GAP, the minimum standards of GAP, as well as the requirements and processes leading to GAP certification, among others.

Developed by Winrock International, the course is one of the training modules under the Building Safe Agricultural Food Enterprises (B-SAFE) Project, which is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The project is being implemented in the Philippines through partnerships with different government agencies and private sector aiming to increase agricultural productivity, strengthen the compliance to sanitary and phytosanitary, and food safety regulations, other than expanding the trade of food and agricultural products in the country.

Winrock partners with the Agricultural Training Institute in the delivery of online courses to be part of the e-Learning for agriculture and fisheries platform.

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The Spanish plum is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

It contains high levels of iron, vitamins A, B, and C, as well as calcium and phosphorus, which help boost the immune system and protect against anemia, chronic health problems, and cardiovascular illnesses. It also contains potassium, which helps the body fight off spasms.

The fruit is native to Mexico and was introduced by Spaniards to the Philippines 400 years ago. Its harvest season peaks on the months of April and May.

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Soursop is rich in dietary fiber, which helps regulate blood sugar levels and combats constipation.

It also contains minerals such as folate, calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, and zinc, as well as vitamins B1, B2, B3, and C. These vitamins and minerals boost the immune system's defenses against stress, free radicals, and certain cancers.

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Another key adaptation mechanism that farmers can adapt during El Niño is mulching.

Mulching helps control soil temperature, lessens evaporation, and prevents w**d growth. It also shields the roots from extreme temperatures and aids in the prevention of soil cracks.

Mulch can be made of grass clippings, straw, wood chips, dried leaves, or synthetic materials.

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One of the key adaptation mechanisms that farmers can adapt during El Niño is the use of water-saving technologies like the alternate wetting and drying (AWD).

The AWD has an observation well, which allows farmers to monitor the water table up to the root zone during the tillering and pre-flowering stages. To improve plant nitrogen uptake efficiency and prevent flower sterility, the observation well must be suspended during fertilizer application.

The AWD may also lower greenhouse gas emissions and improve the number of productive tillers, resulting in more filled grains per panicle.

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Purple yams possess the ability to improve gut health due to their high content of complex carbohydrates and their role as a valuable source of resistant starch, a type of carbohydrate that resists digestion.

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The banana fruit primarily consists of water and high levels of carbohydrates, which provide energy to the human body. It serves as a valuable source of vitamins A, B, and C, as well as essential minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, and dietary fiber.

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Bananas are known for their high potassium content and are also rich in B vitamins, vitamin C, magnesium, and fiber. These nutrients contribute to heart and digestive health. Whether enjoyed as a snack, added to cereal, or incorporated into muffins or fruit bread, bananas are a versatile and nutritious choice.

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Even if your neighbors aren't practicing organic farming, you can still grow organic foods and fibers. To safeguard crops from pesticide drift from neighboring fields, consider planting natural hedges along the boundaries. This helps minimize the risk of pesticide spray drift caused by wind or runoff water. These natural hedges act as a protective buffer. Specifically, the wider the border area around your fields, the more effective it will be in preventing undesired pesticide exposure.

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You can repurpose items like pots, tubs, barrels, and used clothing to craft vegetable containers for your functional garden. Customize your container garden to suit your preferences. You can arrange them on the ground, place them on a pedestal, mount them on a windowsill, or hang them from your porch. Explore creative options, such as organizing containers into vertical or hanging gardens.

When combining different plants in one pot, it's essential to pair those with similar water and fertilizer needs. To maximize the use of space, consider combining trailing plants with upright ones and plants even thrive when grown near specific companions, while others may not grow well together. Examples of good plant combinations include beans with carrots and squash, eggplant with beans, tomatoes with basil and onions, and lettuce with herbs. Visithttps://ati2.da.gov.ph/ati-car/content/sites/default/files/2022-12/container_gardening.pdf for further info.

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Pomelo is a nutrient-rich fruit that provides several days' worth of recommended vitamin C, a potent antioxidant supporting the immune system. It contains various vitamins, minerals, and nutrients, including copper, fiber, and potassium, offering several health benefits. With six grams of fiber per serving, pomelo aids digestion by preventing constipation. Its protein and fiber content also contribute to maintaining a healthy weight by reducing calorie intake and curbing cravings. Pomelos may also support heart health by lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood.

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Fowl pox is a viral disease that can affect various types of poultry, including chickens, turkeys, ducks, and more. Mosquitoes can transmit the virus between flocks, and direct contact among birds can also spread the disease. The virus can infect birds through their eyes, skin wounds, or the respiratory system.

Although contagious, it spreads slowly. Prevention involves implementing strong biosecurity measures, vaccination using the pigeon pox vaccine for chickens, and controlling mosquito populations near the birds' habitat.

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