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Jan292023 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Lists of Fast-growing Trees in the Philippines with High Economic Value

Lists of Fast-growing Trees in the Philippines with High Economic Value

Forestry
Due to the increasing shortage of native lumber, people are starting to plant forest trees but choosing what fast-growing trees to plan can be challenging. If you are planning to plant trees for the purpose of having lumber in the future, or to use in furniture, we list five fast-growing trees here to provide you with several options. When we say fast-growing trees, we are talking about trees that can be harvested within five to ten years. This list is limited only to forest tree species. You may also visit our list of profitable fruit trees to plant. 5 Fast-growing Trees in the Philippines to Plant 1. Gmelina Arborea Gmelina is undoubtedly the number one choice of most people who plant trees for lumber as it can be harvested as early as five years when properly managed.  Gmemilina i...
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Jan292023 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Best Trees for Flood Control

Best Trees for Flood Control

Forestry
Flood control is one of the major natural challenges every country is facing and the Philippines is no exception. In fact, flood in the Philippines is one of the biggest contributors to human death during the typhoon and rainy seasons.  Although proper drainage and waste management are important to mitigate flooding, especially in urban areas, think vegetation is needed in rural areas to slow down the water coming from the mountains. In this article, we are going to give you the lists of trees that can be planted in order to help slow, if not eliminate the flooding. These tree species can not only slow down the water but can also be a source of income even if you cut them down. Flood Control Trees to Plant 1 Bamboo Although bamboo (scientific name: Bambusa) is considered grass ...
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Aug182022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Gmelina and Mahogany: Which is more Profitable to Grow and Why

Gmelina and Mahogany: Which is more Profitable to Grow and Why

Forestry
Gmelina and Mahogany Farming. Many people are asking which of the two most common trees gmelina (gmelina arborea), and mahogany (swietenia macrophylla), is better and there is actually no direct and definite answer to this question. But before you decide on what to plant, either for commercial or personal use, it is important to read this article if you have time as this could give you the whole idea of which is which. Planting both trees since I can remember more than 30 years ago, I think I have, at least an authority to compare which is which in terms of several factors that you can read below. I am going to tell you a short story first before we go into specifics. Silay City, Negros Occidental, 1984 I was eight years old. Our house was made of bamboo and cogon in a rural ba...
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Aug182022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Top 15 Hardwood Trees in the Philippines to Grow for Profit

Top 15 Hardwood Trees in the Philippines to Grow for Profit

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Hardwood trees in the Philippines are becoming rare especially those native species because of the lack of interest in forestry. Forestry is not about logging but also about planting. Tree planting in the Philippines is not only an enjoyable hobby but also a profitable business and can help preserve our depleting ecosystem. Although the commercial forestry business in the Philippines is mostly dominated by Gmelina and Mahogany, there are also other native Philippine forest trees that are worth investing in. By planting native hardwood trees in the Philippines, you are not only making money but also helping preserve these threatened tree species. Below are some of the threatened endemic Philippine tree species (except for mahogany, gmelina, and acacia), with their scientific names ...
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Aug142022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Gmelina Farming Guide in the Philippines

Gmelina Farming Guide in the Philippines

Forestry
If you are looking for an extensive Gmelina farming guide, you are in the right place so continue reading. Gmelina arborea is becoming the most important forest tree to grow in the Philippines. In Negros Occidental and most parts of Mindanao, it is more valuable than Mahogany and is the number one option for house construction. Although Mahogany can demand a higher price per board foot, farmers prefer Gmelina because of its faster growth and can be harvested again after five to seven years.  Gmelina Farming Guide: Seed Preparation The Gmelina seed is used when planting the tree. The Gmelina fruit size is similar to Kalamansi and contains only one seed. Ripe fruits are yellow and when they fall down, they can be used in planting. The fruits must be peeled off in order to get the see...
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Aug122022 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
10 Oldest Native Trees in the Philippines

10 Oldest Native Trees in the Philippines

Forestry
The Philippines has rich biodiversity and natural resources. There are tens of thousands of plant species distributed in its more than 7,000 islands and some remained undiscovered by humans. Somewhere out there in the middle of the jungle, surely there are thousands of old trees in there and some may have died already due to their age, but since they are left undiscovered, it is hard to distinguish their real age. The size of the tree cannot be considered a deciding factor to determine the age of the tree. Some species are small and some grow to huge sizes despite their young age. This list provides only the oldest known Philippine trees discovered by humans and most of these are actually found outside the jungle. Balete, acacia, and mangoes – are some of the biggest and oldest...
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Dec202019 by Arturo BrosasNo Comments
Planting Mangrove to Save the Planet

Planting Mangrove to Save the Planet

Forestry
Planting Mangrove: On October 1, 2019, residents of the El Delgadito fishing field community in coordination with COSTASALVAJE and El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve (ReBiVi) in Mexico, began mangrove restoration activities, with red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) in intertidal areas of the Estero El Delgadito, located south of Laguna San Ignacio, BCS Planting mangrove: Why is it important? This mangrove planting activity is developed within the framework of the project: "Strengthening the effectiveness of management and the resilience of Natural Protected Areas to protect biodiversity threatened by climate change", financed by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), and whose objective is the reforestation of around 20 hectares with direct sowing of propagules (seeds) of red mangrove (R...
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