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The Philippines’ Decaying Agriculture Industry
I’m guilty. I’m blind. I’m unaware. I do not care. Barraged by my own adversities, vanities, fanaticism, goals, I forget about the bigger picture. Like the great dread of our plastic-impeded, corruption-riddled nation, a sector of our production is almost nearing its out mode, and that is Agriculture. During the 90s, Agriculture has contributed up to 44% of the Philippines’ GDP, but today, it only accounts for 9.65%. We are losing tens of thousands of farmers every year. The age range of the current farmers in the country is 57-59 years old, respectively. The Department of Agriculture predicts that if this problem lingers, the Philippines would only depend on imports,…
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Here’s a Blockchain App that Empowers IPs and Farmers
I used to count more negative ways on how technology has impacted our lives. I have always been critical of technology and its effects on humanity. Aside from the fact that it may be a bit detrimental to our health, productivity, abilities, and overall well-being, Technology has somehow led us to chaos and lack of self-awareness. Of course, I’m also aware of technology’s aid in our daily lives, and I would die without it. For example, it was only during the 19th century when Dr. William Morton discovered the anesthesia. I can’t imagine people not having to use it during surgical operations before that year. Technological inventions that are also…
