FOR GENERAL COMMUNITY EFFECTS

Food Insecurity Environmental Degration Health Hazards

Agriculture is an important contributor to the Philippine economy, and poor agricultural practices can result in food shortages and higher food prices, affecting the poor and vulnerable communities.

The Philippines is home to numerous unique ecosystems, yet poor agricultural practices such as deforestation, misuse of pesticides and herbicides, and monoculture can contribute to soil erosion, biodiversity

Chemical pesticides and herbicides used in agriculture can cause major health problems such as cancer, birth deformities, and neurological diseases in both farmers and consumers.

Climate Chang

Agriculture contributes si to greenhouse gas emis poor agricultural pract exacerbate climate chan can have serious consequences for the Philippines' economy and communities, such as more frequent and severe natural the environmental damage caused by inefficient agricultural techniques can necessitate costly repairs and restoration efforts.