Noe John Joseph E. Sacramento College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Cebu, Philippines Atty. Cyril Bryan D. Cuizon College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Cebu, Philippines Abstract The agricultural industry in the Philippines is an essential driver of the economy, faced with compelling issues surrounding governance in responding to the immediate needs and concerns of the sector. This study aims to examine...

Richie Eve G. Ragas Jhoanavi R. Mangubat Eufemio T. Rasco, Jr Abstract Weed management in the slope farms of a banana plantation poses a challenge because the banana canopy provides a condition that allows weeds to proliferate, protecting fragile soil from erosion. If left uncontrolled, it could impair banana production. Manual weed removal disrupts soil structure that not only stimulates dormant seed germination but also increases soil...

Isabella Pauline L. Quijano (1), Chito L. Patino (1), Mary Joyce L. Flores (1)(2) ABSTRACT Despite its biological significance, the role of forests in food security andsustainability is often overlooked. Forests are vital in providing ecosystem services and havecontributed directly and indirectly to the livelihoods of an estimated one billion people globally. Thecontinued degradation of forests prompts the need for timely and scientific...

Johnny Snyder Colorado Mesa University Tiffany Adelaine Tan University of the Philippines – Cebu Abstract Without a set of guidelines in how one should behave in certain circumstances, people would base their actions on what they feel and think. This paper aims to demonstrate the similarity and differences in how two cultures look at the same ethical scenarios. Two scenarios concerning data errors, along with guide questions, were given to two...

Noe John Joseph Endencio SacramentoPolitical Science Program, College of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Cebu Gorordo, Lahug, Cebu City 6000, Philippines Abstract Agricultural communities frequently encounter lack of support from various political actors. The local government units (LGUs) are responsible for initiating measures for improving community capitals towards fostering growth and development to mango farming communities....

Noe John Joseph Endencio Sacramento College of Social Science, University of the Philippines Cebu Abstract Major concerns centered on the governance of the working sector stems from issues and challenges confronted in the protection of workers’ rights and welfare. This case study discusses the challenges faced by the workers in the Guimaras mango industry and the role of the local government in addressing the gaps in the protection of the...