Conserving and prioritizing indigenous fruits in the Philippines

Nutrition-related problems are a widespread challenge in the Philippines. Many factors contribute to these problems - the availability and affordability of fruits, for example, which are jeopardized by challenges such as seasonality and inconsistent yields due to the impacts of climate change. Crop...

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Main Authors: Oraye, C.D., Chavez, H.D. de, Aguilar, C.H.M., Makiling, F.C., Ladia, V.A. Jr., Enicola, E.E., Guevara, M.L.D., Gueco, L.S., Maghirang, R.G., Anunciado, M.S., Monville-Oro, Emilita, Gonsalves, Julian Francis, Hunter, Danny, Borelli, Teresa, Mendonce, Sharon
Format: Brief
Language:Inglés
Published: 2023
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/132292
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Summary:Nutrition-related problems are a widespread challenge in the Philippines. Many factors contribute to these problems - the availability and affordability of fruits, for example, which are jeopardized by challenges such as seasonality and inconsistent yields due to the impacts of climate change. Crop improvement and on-farm diversification, particularly using indigenous fruits (IFs), can help address these challenges, while also improving rural livelihoods, nutrition, food security; and even safeguarding local culture and tradition.