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Juan OrganikoEp. 38: Struggles for Seed SovereigntyThe right to seeds is consequential to small farmers. It encompasses their freedom to save, exchange, and develop seeds. However, monopolies and flawed policies continue to be threats to seed sovereignty. Joining this conversation in Juan Organiko is MASIPAG Information Communications Officer Eliseo Ruzol Jr.2025-04-2648 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 37: High Food Prices: A burden to filipino householdsHigh food prices continue to burden poor Filipino households. Let's talk about why the country's agriculture and food situation remains dire and whether a food security emergency and other current government interventions are sufficient to support producers and enhance agricultural productivity. #JuanOrganiko2025-01-2442 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 36: MASIPAG 2024 Year-enderMASIPAG 2024 year-enderLet's wrap up the year together! MASIPAG Mindanao looks back on the inspiring stories and significant highlights of the important work small farmers have collectively done in 2024 to promote a fair, sustainable, resilient, and people-centered farming system.2024-12-2036 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 35: Philippines' Peasant MonthOctober is Philippine Peasant Month. In this episode of #JuanOrganiko, we spoke with farmer leader and Makabayan senatorial candidate Danilo "Ka Daning" Ramos. We discussed the challenges faced by Filipino farmers and their calls for land, food, and livelihood.2024-10-301h 02
Juan OrganikoEp. 34 Women nurturing agroecologyWomen nurturing AgroecologyThis year's International Day of Rural Women, listen to MASIPAG women in rural communities as they bring experiences from the field in promoting agroecology, their challenges, and inspiring stories of empowerment.2024-10-1232 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 33: Climate change, community resilienceHow does the worsening climate change impact vulnerable sectors like farmers? In this #JuanOrganiko episode, let's talk about climate justice and building community resilience with Donald Cornelio, MASIPAG Mindanao CCR program point person. 2024-02-2845 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 32: Our Tasks in MASIPAG this 2024On the January episode of #JuanOrganiko, MASIPAG National Advocacy Officer Patrick Dela Cueva discusses what 2024 holds for Filipino farmers, including the prevailing challenges and emerging opportunities. Our network looks forward to a new year of promoting a genuine and lasting transition of our food systems through farmer-led agroecology.2024-01-3147 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 31: Year 2023 in retrospectAs we reflect on the year 2023, MASIPAG Mindanao takes pride in the significant strides we've made as a network towards promoting agroecology and advancing farmers' rights in Mindanao. Join us in the journey as we continue to work towards a more sustainable and just future for our farmers and communities.2023-12-2240 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 30: Organic Agriculture Month & RA 11511Organic Agriculture Month is celebrated every November in the Philippines. Listen to our latest podcast episode to explore the benefits of sustainable agricultural practices and challenges in expanding organic farming in the country with Jethel Kapunan, a long-time organic farmer from Sto. Nino, South Cotabato province, and the Mindanao Small Farmer Representative of the National Organic Agriculture Board (NOAB).2023-11-2733 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 29: Healthy Soils & Glyphosate.Healthy soils produce healthy food. Listen to how masipag farmer Gina Juanites maintain her farm's fertility using materials found within it. Also, Masipag's National Coordinator, Alfie Pulumbarit discusses the impacts of glyphosate use on soil fertility, the environment, and human health. 2022-12-1338 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 28 COP27, Farmers and Climate ChangeFarmers are the most vulnerable sectors during the worst onslaughts of climate change. Listen to how Masipag's farmers cope with the impacts of climate change, and what Masipag expects from the recently concluded climate talks in Egypt.With Special guests Patrick Dela Cueva and Prof. Kim Gargar.2022-11-1757 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 27 Why Filipino Farmers Oppose Golden RiceGolden Rice is simply a ‘band-aid’ solution to the wide, gaping wound of hunger and poverty. Worse, the issues that continue to hound Golden Rice further prove the point that it is unnecessary and unwantedNegligible beta carotene content – The current version of the Golden Rice, GR2E contains a negligible amount of beta-carotene (from 3.57 ug/g to 22 ug/g), which the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) also acknowledged, making the product useless in addressing Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) in contrast to existing and readily available food sources. Already minimal, Golden Rice’s beta-carotene was also foun...2021-11-0729 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 26: On Livestock IntegrationToday, October 2, is the World Farm Animals Day. Though it has sad origins, as it was founded to highlight the poor conditions suffered by farm animals especially in the commercial model of livestock production.In line with Green Action Week, Juan Organiko and special guest, Dr. Rose Sambo will discuss the antithesis practiced by organic farmers - Diversified and Integrated farming.Livestock plays a very crucial role in the natural systems of organic farms. Together with the crop components of organic farms, it helps the natural food-producing machine keep going, helping boost the incomes of...2021-10-0226 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 25: Cultural Management for Low Land RiceOrganic production systems have a lot of advantages over conventional ones. For example, conventional rice production uses over 40 different pesticides to control weeds and insects—pesticides that contain such toxic chemicals. Organic rice paddies also use environmentally friendly soil amendments such as compost, which helps increase soil health and decrease nutrient run-off.Listen as in this episode, we will be talking about Masipag's guide to the cultural management practices of Organic paddy rice. 2021-06-0431 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 24: Improving Seed DiversitySeeds, the self-replicating system which has powered societies since the first agricultural revolution, are the foundations of every agricultural program. In this episode, we will be talking about its importance and how small farmers and producers can improve their local seed diversity by trying out these practical seed-saving tips given by Arnulfo Palma, Organic Farmer and Farm Manager of Imulayan Organic Resource Center. 2021-03-2433 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 23: Organic Standards & Consumer RightsIt's World Consumer Rights Day, This year's theme talks about sustainable consumer and plastic wastes. In this episode, we will talk about how organics can help curb plastic pollution by enhancing local production all the way to ensuring consumer rights by highlighting the importance of the organic seal!Check this out! 2021-03-1530 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 22: Women in AgricultureIt's our Women's day Episode.Our guest is Anita Morales, an organic farmer, woman leader, and executive director of the non-profit METSA Foundation.Nay Nena, as we fondly call her, believes that the involvement of more women in organic agriculture will be a vital component in our drive towards a more sustainable future. Kol-os Ning Bi Libo - Women possess unique strength. 2021-03-1032 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 21: GM Corns & HealthGMOs are living organisms whose genetic material has been artificially manipulated in a laboratory through genetic engineering. This creates combinations of plant, animal, bacteria, and virus genes that do not occur in nature or through traditional crossbreeding methods.In the Philippines, thousands upon thousands of agricultural lands have been planted with GM Corns. Used primarily as livestock feed, unfortunately, several communities have taken it for food. To make it worse, it has caused disastrous contamination to Farmer's traditional corn varieties.The question is, is it safe? Tatay Cris Genosas...2021-03-0228 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 20: Corn Production and Corn BreedingCorn is one of the oldest and most versatile crops as of today. It has fed billions of humans as well as animals, not to mention its vast industrial applications. It is not a reach to say that it has fueled the rise of civilization from the first agricultural revolution until today.This episode, we are honored to welcome Masipag Mindanao's pioneer corn breeder Tatay Cris Genosas as he talks about the technical process of corn production and corn breeding.2021-02-2631 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 19: Agriculture during the rainy seasonTS Auring is barrelling through the island of Mindanao. Masipag Mindanao Advocacy Officer, Gary Ben Villocino and Imulayan Organic Resource Center Farm Manager, Arnulfo Palma discuss ways for resource-poor farmers to prepare for the storm. Also, Arnulfo outlines the crops that must be planted and the farming activities that must be done during the rainy season. 2021-02-1932 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 18: New Organic Agriculture LawThe organic agriculture movement in the Philippines celebrated a significant event on 23 December 2020. It was on this day that the Republic Act 11511, or Amendments to Organic Agriculture (OA) Act of 2010, was signed into law by President Rodrigo Duterte.After almost a decade of dialogue and lobbying with the national government, PGS Pilipinas, the national network of participatory guarantee systems (PGS) practitioners, receives this news with elation. This is because finally an organic agriculture law was enacted that is inclusive and recognizes the role of small farmers in ensuring safe, affordable, and accessible food. 2021-02-1332 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 17: 2021 Agriculture: Prospects and ChallengesIt's the new year! Yet here in the Philippines we are still deep into the lockdown. For Philippine Agriculture, the prospects far outweigh its challenges. 2021-02-0633 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 16: Merry Masipag ChristmasThis has been a challenging year no doubt, but thanks to our medical and food security frontliners - we are ready. Filled a greater enthusiasm and sense of mission - Build the foundations of the "Better Normal" through agroecology! 2020-12-2626 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 15: Farmer's RightsBefore you eat your meal today, take a moment to ponder if whether you have thanked a farmer today. They provide the fuel that powers the entire humanity - our food! listen and know how we at masipag uphold their rights.2020-12-1829 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 14: Garden Pests & How to control themGarden pests are a headache! Listen and learn how to regulate their populations in your gardens.2020-12-0832 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 13: Alternative Pest ManagementDamaging insects are the boon of farmers. They have been the scapegoats for the proliferation of toxic chemicals for decades. This has resulted in the massive destruction of agro-biodiversity. Listen to know how you can regulate pest populations without destroying the environment.2020-12-0430 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 12: Rice and Fish integrationOrganic farmers have integrated crops and livestock to maximize its resource use efficiency. However, this ancient practice of integrating rice and fish deserves renewed interest. not only does this system greatly improve rice productivity, practitioners rave about the accessible protein source.2020-11-2731 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 11: Companion CroppingPlants have the ability to choose which plants the prefer to be with. Companion cropping is the practice of placing crops together to optimize its biological / ecological benefits to boost productivity.2020-11-2030 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 10: Controlling AgricultureAgriculture TNC's have gained so much control on the world food system. To counter it - farmers must regain control through Agroecology.2020-11-1333 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 9: World Farm Animals Day and Livestock IntegrationWorld Farm Animals Day is an annual celebration that aims to highlight the brutal conditions several animals face in commercial farms.This Episode aims to discuss how important livestock is not only for farm-level biodiversity but also for everything as well.. Check this out!2020-10-1129 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 8: Organics, Health & COVID-19The food we consume can either provide nutrition or give poison. Public Health and virulent pathogens come hand in hand. During this pandemic, eating healthy and nutritious food is a trustworthy safety net. Today, as the world celebrates the World Environmental Health Day, we sill discuss how organic agriculture can help reduce the Pandemic's body count. We will be joined by long time good food and nutrition advocate, Anita Morales to help us flesh out the benefits of eating healthy to help our bodies handle illnesses.2020-09-2731 min
Juan OrganikoEp 7: Agroecology and Ozone Layer ProtectionAgroecology can play a key role in reducing carbon emissions and lessen the impacts of an ever changing climate. Nurturing living soils, through the practice of agroecology improves its carbon sequestration. This process absorbs as much as 10 tones of carbon per hectare annually. Know more about it and 5 other ways you can help cool down a warming planet. 2020-09-2031 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 6: All About CompostingYou tried composting your kitchen wastes but it turned out wrong? Check this episode as, Organic Farmer Nanay Mila discusses various composting techniques to match your scale and available resources. Basket Composting, Bokashi, Vermi-Composting and etc will be presented by our guest. Play this to learn. 2020-09-1132 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 5: Ways to improve Soil FertilityCover Cropping, Green Manuring and Mulching. Know all of these? Learn how these simple methods can improve the fertility of our soils.Juan Organiko will discuss the benefits of these methods and how to do them. This episode's guest is Arnulfo Palma, an organic farmer from Davao city. Stay tuned, we will share a formula for a concoction to greatly improve soil microorganisms at the end of the episode. 2020-09-0432 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 4: Living Soils and GlyphosateLiving soils are the foundations upon which all organic agriculture is based upon. It is the non renewable resource which, if depleted will lead to the catastrophic consequences. This episode we will discuss the basics of soils and the threat posed by the excessive use of glyphosate to soil and human health. This episode, Mr. Alfie Pulumbarit, Advocacy Officer of Masipag will discuss Glyphosate and its consequences. 2020-08-2830 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 3: Honey Bees, Chemicals & AgroecologyBees are among the most important living organisms. Their disappearance could lead to the decline of entire civilizations. As critical pollinators, they help major fruit and vegetable varieties bear fruit. They also help trees and grasses flourish. Their presence set the basis for important food webs which set the foundations on which living organisms thrive on.But they are under threat. Pesticides, specifically neonicotinoids as well as herbicides have contributed to their decline in recent decades.What must be done?Environmental Scientist, Entomologist and...2020-08-2229 min
Juan OrganikoEp. 2 Food Security and MASIPAG's 6-Point AgendaCOVID-19 has put the world on hold, drastically affecting world economies including the the way our food production is set-up. The dominant paradigm of the industrial food chain is in state of disarray as movement restrictions and local lockdowns affected the free flow of agricultural inputs, especially petrochemicals to farming areas.No less than the The United Nations World Food Programme has raised the alarm; more than a quarter of a billion people face the threat of starvation this year as a result of the multiple impacts of COVID-19, civil wars, crop failure and...2020-08-1428 min
Juan OrganikoEP. 1: Organic Agriculture, Golden Rice and GMOsFor today's Episode we will talk about Golden Rice, Genetically Modified Organisms and Organic Agriculture and how, during this pandemic, we can continue to advocate for healthy, Toxic & GM-Free food. This is hosted by Eduardo Campos, special guest is GB Villocino of Masipag Mindanao with special participation of Ms. Lucille Ortiz, Research, Education and Training Unit, Masipag National, Los Baños Laguna. 2020-08-0730 min