The Filipino Rice Farmer’s Handbook, authored by Edilberto Santiago Jr. from Bulacan, is the go-to guide for anyone in the Philippines eager to grow their first rice crop. Authored by Edilberto Santiago Jr. from Bulacan, this handbook breaks down every step—from choosing the right paddies and soil testing to planting techniques, water management, pest control, and eco-friendly post-harvest handling. Filled with clear diagrams, real-world case studies, and checklists, it empowers new farmers to maximize yields sustainably. Whether you’re a backyard gardener, homesteader, or aspiring agripreneur, this book offers practical, locally-tested advice that helps you cultivate healthy rice while caring for your land and community.
The Complete Guide to Sustainable Cassava Farming in the Philippines, authored by Bulacan resident, Edilberto Santiago Jr, is an essential handbook for anyone looking to grow cassava profitably and responsibly. Focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities of Filipino agriculture, it takes you from selecting the right variety and preparing your soil organically, to planting, water management, and eco-friendly pest control. Detailed chapters on harvesting, post-harvest handling, and value-added processing (flour, chips, biofuel feedstocks) help you turn your harvest into high-value products. Practical business planning tools and case studies of successful smallholders round out the guide, making it equally useful for hobbyists, homesteaders, and agripreneurs. With its clear, step-by-step instructions and local insights, this book empowers readers to build a sustainable cassava enterprise that benefits both their family and their community.
Small Plot, Big Harvest: Crop Diversification for Smallholder Success, authored by Edilberto Santiago Jr. from Bulacan, is a concise guide designed for farmers working with less than an acre of land. It shows you how to mix and match crops to improve soil health, cut pest risks, and boost yields without expanding your footprint. Step-by-step chapters cover assessing your soil and climate, planning garden layouts with intercropping and vertical techniques, organic fertility and pest-control methods, plus practical tips on harvesting, storage, and marketing. Real-world case studies and checklists make the strategies easy to adopt. Whether you’re a backyard gardener or a budding agripreneur, this book equips you with the tools to turn every square meter into a productive, resilient mini-farm—helping you grow more food, more sustainably.
Raising Pigs 101: A Beginner’s Guide for First-Time Farmers in the Philippines, authored by Edilberto Santiago Jr. from Bulacan, is your all-in-one roadmap to launching a resilient, profitable piggery. This hands-on guide covers every step—from selecting the right breed and designing cost-effective housing to balancing nutrition, managing common diseases, and mastering breeding and piglet care. Real-world case studies and clear checklists make complex topics like vaccination schedules and biosecurity simple to follow. You’ll learn how to optimize feed costs, boost piglet survival rates, and leverage local resources for training and financial support. Whether you’re a backyard farmer or aspiring agripreneur, this book equips you with the practical skills and insider tips needed to raise healthy, high-yield pigs in Philippine conditions.