Former 'kaingineros' rejuvenate cacao trees as new market emerges
REJUVENATION. Members of the Puhagan Farmers' Associaton in Valencia, Negros Oriental, are now training on the rejuvenation of cacao trees for better yield as a new market emerges. The Mt. Talinis Dark Chocolate is now being promoted as the "One Town, One Product" of Valencia, with the manufacturers providing fresh opportunities for cacao growers. (Photo courtesy of EDC Negros Oriental) DUMAGUETE CITY - Hopes are running high for former "kaingineros" or slash-and-burn farmers in Valencia, Negros Oriental, who have shifted to planting cacao trees and are now rejuvenating...
Source: philippinetimes.com