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TITLE: DA boosts efforts to directly link onion farmers to markets

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LINK: https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/?p=1737131#ixzz7uidANc6r

SUMMARY:

In order to decrease post-harvest losses and boost onion farming's profitability, the
Philippine Department of Agriculture has announced a program to connect growers of the
crop directly with markets. With the help of the new initiative, onion growers will be able
to connect directly with consumers like supermarkets and eateries, cutting down on
transportation and storage expenses while also guaranteeing that farmers are paid fairly
for their produce. By using cutting-edge agricultural methods and technologies, the DA is
also offering training and assistance to increase onion production. The program is
anticipated to assist farmers and customers by raising farmer earnings and enhancing the
supply and caliber of onions on the market. A more egalitarian and sustainable food system
is being developed in the Philippines as a result of the action.

ANALYSIS:

The Philippines' Department of Agriculture (DA) recently revealed its new program to
connect onion producers with markets directly. This is in response to the nation's lack of
onions, which is a result of poor production levels brought on by unfavorable weather. The
action attempts to lower post-harvest losses and raise onion farming's profitability. The DA
intends to create direct market connections between onion farmers and buyers, like
supermarkets and restaurants, under the new initiative. By doing so, producers will be able
to sell their produce to customers directly, cutting out middlemen and the related
transportation and storage costs. Also, it will allow farmers to better their living conditions
and ensure that they are paid fairly for their goods.

Additionally, the DA is assisting farmers in using cutting-edge farming methods and

technologies by offering them training and support. As a result, onions should produce
higher yields and better quality, increasing their appeal to consumers. Increasing the
Philippines' onion industry's viability and profitability. Long-term results of these
programs are still to be determined, but there are major potential advantages for both
farmers and consumers. The DA's effort is assisting in the development of a more equitable
and sustainable food system in the Philippines by minimizing the role of middlemen and
enhancing access to markets.