The concept of Rainforestation farming has been promoted as a strategy to rehabilitate degraded lands in order to restore the tropical rainforests. This concept is being implemented by IDIS and community partners in the rehabilitation of Panigan-Tamugan Watershed since 2012 when the UCARE project was implemented with funding support from the Foundation for the Philippine […]
Watershed Stories
WATERSHED NEWS: BANTAY BUKID VOLUNTEERS RECEIVES SEWING MACHINES FROM FUNDERS
Amidst the pandemic we are facing today, the Bantay Bukid volunteers are still committed to protect and rehabilitate the conservation areas of Panigan-Tamugan Watershed. The volunteers strictly follow the guidelines of the “new normal” implemented by the barangay local government units where they are located to prevent the spread of the virus. Bantay Bukid continues […]
GIVE TO NATURE – Adopt a Tree, Support a BantayBukid
Panigan-Tamugan Watershed, our next source of drinking water in Davao City, is feeling the effects of climate change with extreme heat and intense rainfall resulting in mature trees cut down, soil erosion in riverbanks and dried up creeks. We rely on our BantayBukid volunteers to conduct continuous reforestation efforts to maintain the health of our […]
Christmas Gift Idea 3: Spend Time Outdoors!
While gifts may be nice, quality time this holiday may also be what our loved ones need. This Christmas why not try some outdoor activities that are not only good bonding activities with family or friends, they are also good for your health and for our environment. Check out public parks here in Davao that […]
Christmas Gift Idea 2: Go Organic!
This Christmas, why not feed your loved ones with fresh, organic and safe food? Order fruits, vegetables and other organic products from our local farmers who continue with indigenous, chemical-free farming amidst the tough market competition with commercial establishments.
Christmas Gift Idea 1: Recycled, Upcycled Products
Take a second look if they look like they’re waste products! This Christmas, why not go for these wonderful gift giveaways that would most probably end up in our already overflowing sanitary landfill if not for our Lunhaw Awardees who collect, clean and create a new use for these waste products?