Agriculture-Writeup

Question 1

3 distinct processes in agricultural sector

Answer 1

production
processing
marketing and distribution

Question 2

(process) Farmers utilize various methods, from traditional practices to
modern technology, depending on resources and crop type.”

Answer 2

production

Question 3

(process)
Milling, packaging, and value-adding activities occur at various
scales, from small on-farm processing to large industrial facilities.”

Answer 3

processing

Question 4

(process)
Farmers may sell directly to consumers, local
markets, or through traders and cooperatives. Supermarkets and large food
companies also play a role in distribution, especially for export crops.”

Answer 4

“Marketing and Distribution

Question 5

The agricultural industry generates revenue through:

Answer 5

• selling harvested crops and livestock
• value-added processing and branding
• agritourism

Question 6

“The primary regulatory body of the sugar industry in the Philippines. Established
in 1986, it is responsible for formulating and implementing policies for the sugar
industry.

Answer 6

Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA)

Question 7

is proof of ownership of a
certain amount of sugar, available at a specific warehouse (typically at a sugar mill). These serve as essential documents that farmers can then sell or trade to sugar mills, traders, or other buyers, providing flexibility in managing their finances and marketing their crops.

Answer 7

quedan

Question 8

banks can use quedans as collateral for loans to farmers or sugar mills,
offering a financial lifeline to agricultural stakeholders.

Answer 8

true

Question 9

The primary regulatory body of the livestock industry in the Philippines. It was created on January 1, 1930, under Act 3639 to investigate, study, and report the cause of dangerous infectious diseases and the means of prevention, and in general, promote the development of the livestock industries.

Answer 9

Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI)

Question 9

“Responsible for developing and promoting standards for the agriculture and
fisheries sectors.

Answer 9

Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS)

Question 10

Major industry players in Pineapple industry:

Answer 10

Dole Food Company
Del Monte Foods

Question 11

Major players in Sugar Industry:

Answer 11

Victorias Milling
Central Azucarera de la Carlota
BISCOM
Busco Sugar Milling
Crystal Sugar
Lopez Sugar

Question 12

Major Players in Livestock Industry

Answer 12

ADM AN Philippines
B&V Trading