A farmer’s journey towards digitalization
Edgar Villanueva of Davao del Sur uses technology to check market prices, reach potential buyers, research farming practices, and make more informed decisions for his farm.
PLDT and Smart empower farmers with AI and cybersecurity skills at Agri Asenso forum
Farmers and agripreneurs gained new insights on how AI could transform their work as PLDT, Smart, and DA-ATI led discussions at Agri Asenso: ATI Learning Sites Product Expo and TechnoForum.
Digital skills take root: DA-ATI, PLDT-Smart, and CBSUA equip Bicol farmers for smarter agriculture
The group recently turned over a FarmTech kit to Central Bicol State University of Agriculture to support faculty trainers and agricultural extension workers from local government units across the region.
PLDT and Smart, DA-ATI equip Central Luzon farmers for the digital age
PLDT, Smart, and the Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Training Institute equip members of the Kapampangan Development Foundation Inc. to become tech champions.
From farm to Facebook: Northern Luzon’s women farmers boost income through connectivity
Women farmers in Northern Luzon are leading a technology-driven transformation. In a region where agriculture fuels local economies, women are leveraging tech to modernize their farms, boost productivity, and secure better incomes.
Ilocana agripreneur turns hardships to harvests with technology
“Naranasan ko pong hindi kumain noon bata ako.” This was what 49-year-old Ilocana farmer and community leader Arlene Lopez said when she recalled her challenging childhood, growing up and losing their farm in a land dispute.
PLDT, Smart, DA-ATI empower more Mindanao rice farmers with DFP
PLDT and wireless unit Smart continue to enhance the capabilities of rice farmers, particularly in Mindanao, through the Digital Farmers Program, a partnership with the Department of Agriculture – Agricultural Training Institute.
People of PLDT and Smart Communities: Mhar Baclay, rice farmer
As Philippine agriculture embraces innovation, PLDT and its wireless unit Smart Communications bring technology closer to Filipino farmers through the Digital Farmers Program.
People of PLDT and Smart Communities: Jhomar Pablo, cacao company supervisor
PLDT and Smart, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Training Institute and the Mennonite Economic Development Associates, are set to equip cacao farmers with digital technology while promoting sustainable farming practices for the cacao industry in Mindanao.
People of PLDT and Smart Communities: Jovanni Mondaya, cacao farmer
He has expressed appreciation for PLDT and Smart’s Digital Farmers Program, which will be offered to cacao farmers in partnership with the Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Training Institute and Mennonite Economic Development Associates.