Agriculture remains a primary source of income for our ruralfolks, and farming remains to be a major means of livelihood. In this issue of the DRN, 188体育 senior research fellow Dr. Roehlano Briones explains the reason for pushing for productivity growth in agriculture. Using a supply-demand model, Dr. Briones presents a ten-year projection based on patterns and trends rather than on numbers. Results of Dr. Briones鈥� projection emphasize that input subsidy is not essential; in fact, it is an expensive instrument for promoting agricultural growth. He thus recommends going back to basics: developing and disseminating new technologies, varieties, and planting materials; promoting research and development in agriculture; expanding education and extension programs; among others. He points to the 鈥渟low magic鈥� of productivity growth that has helped farmers in developing economies which can also help enrich our own farmers and emancipate them from poverty.
A Vision for Philippine Agriculture
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