THE Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PHilMech) is pushing to improve the design of walk-behind tractors or hand tractors manufactured locally, with the aim of assisting manufacturers to level up their one-hand tractors, which will ultimately benefit Filipino farmers.
THE Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization is pushing to improve the design of walk-behind tractors or hand tractors manufactured locally, with the aim of assisting manufacturers to level up their one-hand tractors, which will ultimately benefit Filipino farmers.Also, PHilMech is envisioning the manufacturing of hand tractor gearboxes in the Philippines and the modernization of the manufacture of hand tractors in the country.
'A phased approach for implementing the new technology was outlined during the meeting . The first phase will involve a semi-knockdown model over the next three years, where the gearbox will be manufactured in South Korea and assembled in the Philippines,' Alvindia added.As part of the agreement with Wecan Global, PHilMech engineers will be trained in the operation, assembly, maintenance and after-sales service of rotavators and plows for rice farmers.
Pushing Improvements In Hand Tractors
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Philippine Coast Guard Pushes Back Chinese Vessel from Philippine WatersThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully drove a large Chinese vessel, the China Coast Guard 5901, further away from Zambales. Initially spotted 54 nautical miles from the coast, the vessel was pushed back to approximately 120 nautical miles. The PCG remains vigilant, with BRP Teresa Magbanua patrolling the area and challenging the presence of the Chinese vessel. The PCG is committed to preventing the normalization of China's illegal deployment of maritime forces in the region.
Read more »
Philippine Stock Exchange Reaches Near-Majority Stake in Philippine Dealing System HoldingsThe Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) has successfully acquired a significant stake in Philippine Dealing System Holdings Corp. (PDSHC), bringing the bourse closer to consolidating the country's equities and fixed-income exchanges.
Read more »
Philippine Senators Push for Multilateral Approach in West Philippine Sea DisputeAlyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates, during a press conference, emphasized the need for a multilateral approach in protecting Philippine sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea. They expressed support for joint military exercises and the enforcement of maritime laws.
Read more »
Philippine Coast Guard Repels Chinese Vessels in West Philippine SeaThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) continues to drive away Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessels from the West Philippine Sea, asserting its presence within its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The PCG's BRP Cabra patrol ship successfully pushed back a CCG vessel, but another Chinese vessel subsequently arrived. The PCG remains committed to preventing the normalization of illegal Chinese activities in the disputed waters.
Read more »
Philippine Coast Guard Repels Chinese Coast Guard Vessel in West Philippine SeaThe Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully defended against a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel that approached the Pangasinan coastline. The PCG vessel, BRP Cabra, maneuvered to drive away the CCG-3304, pushing it to a distance of 101.44 nautical miles. Another CCG vessel, CCG-3103, later arrived in the area. BRP Cabra asserted its presence within the country's exclusive economic zone, highlighting that the CCG's actions are violations of Philippine law and international agreements.
Read more »
Philippine Coast Guard Warns Against Pro-China Disinformation Campaign in West Philippine SeaCommodore Jay Tarriela, spokesperson for the Philippine Coast Guard in the West Philippine Sea, warns of a pro-China disinformation campaign aimed at misleading the Filipino people about the situation in the WPS. He identifies disinformation as a major threat, second only to China's direct aggression, and highlights the tactics used by pro-China vloggers to spread false narratives, undermine the Philippines' legal standing, and sow division among the public. Despite the campaign, Tarriela notes that public awareness of the situation has significantly improved, with surveys showing strong support for the government's efforts to defend the WPS.
Read more »