Conservation and prioritization of indigenous vegetables in the Philippines

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

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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, Maghirang, R.G, Anunciado, M.S, Monville-Oro, Emilita, Gonsalves, Julian Francis, Hunter, D., Borelli, T, Mendonce, S
Format: Brief
Language:Inglés
Published: 2023
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Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/132415
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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 vegetables, 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 vegetables (IVs), can help address these challenges, while also improving rural livelihoods, nutrition, and food security; and even safeguarding local culture and tradition.