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Sunday, April 24, 2011
Cabanatuan City: N. Ecija Women Venture Into Water Lily Weaving. (...
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Thursday, November 25, 2010
Farmers find carabao raising more profitable than rice farming
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On average, a female carabao lactates for 10 months, followed by two months when she is dry.
And for Leoncio Callo, 49, the drought came at a crucial time. "Five of my cows simultaneously stopped producing milk, so my son was forced to quit college this semester for the time being, for lack of money," he says. "He’s helping with farm work now."
"We had money for tuition but not for his daily transportation and allowance," he adds. "I’ve been milking cows continuously for five years each and every day, and this is the first time that they went dry all at the same time."
There were hard times before when tuition money was needed and he was forced to sell even a female calf, which is highly valued for its potential milk. A five-month-old female is easy to sell, he says, even at P15,000, compared with a male of the same age which goes for P10,000.
This time, the only calf in the farm is too young to sell.
On average, a female carabao lactates for 10 months, followed by two months when she is dry.
And for Leoncio Callo, 49, the drought came at a crucial time. "Five of my cows simultaneously stopped producing milk, so my son was forced to quit college this semester for the time being, for lack of money," he says. "He’s helping with farm work now."
"We had money for tuition but not for his daily transportation and allowance," he adds. "I’ve been milking cows continuously for five years each and every day, and this is the first time that they went dry all at the same time."
This time, the only calf in the farm is too young to sell.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Destination: Nueva Ecija
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Nueva Ecija occupies an area of 550,218 hectares populated by 1,659,883 people as of 2004. It has 27 municipalities: Aliaga, Bongabon, Cabiao, Carrangalan, Cuyapo, Gabaldon, General Natividad, General Tinio, Guimba, Jaen, Laur, Licab, Llanera, Lupao, Nampicuan, Pantabangan, Peñaranda, Quezon, Rizal, San Antonio, San Isidro, San Leonardo, Sta. Rosa, Sto. Domingo, Talavera, Talugtog and Zaragosa, and 5 cities: Cabanatuan, Gapan, the Science City of Muñoz, Palayan and San Jose.
As the cradle of heroes, Nueva Ecija is linked to the historical events that led to the founding of the First Republic of the Philippines. General Mariano Llanera of Cabiao immediately responded to Andres Bonifacio’s call to rise against the Spaniards by besieging Factoria, the more popular name then of San Isidro, at that time the capital of Nueva Ecija, on Sept. 2 to 3, 1896. This was the "First Cry of Nueva Ecija." Other Novo Ecijanos joined the revolutionary ranks such as Generals Mamerto Natividad, Jr. of Cabiao, Manuel Tinio of Aliaga and Pablo Padilla of Peñaranda. General Emilio Aguinaldo subsequently honored Nueva Ecija as one of the eight rays of the Philippine Flag, symbolizing the first eight provinces that revolted against Spanish rule.
In the intellectual and cultural arena, Nueva Ecija occupies a prominent place. Its sons rank among the country’s intellectual elite, among them: Epifanio delos Santos, writer and literary genius; Sedfrey A. Ordonez, statesman and poet; Lazaro Francisco, novelist; Paz Policarpio-Mendez, educator; Leopoldo Serrano, writer and historian; Gaudencio Antonio, senator; and Ponciano B.P. Pineda, linguist and Tagalog poet.
Nueva Ecija is also blessed with illustrious and prominent political figures who contributed to the growth and prosperity of the province. There was, again, Epifanio C. delos Santos, the first governor of the province during the onset of the American colonial administration; Isauro Gabaldon, and Hermogenes Concepcion, Sr. who, in their respective terms represented Nueva Ecija admirably in the Philippine Senate. Other governors with equal records of contributions to making what Nueva Ecija is today include General Manuel Tinio, Leopoldo D. Diaz, Amado Q. Aleta and Eduardo L. Joson. Their dedication and patriotism made history for Nueva Ecija in the political arena. Their strong and visionary leadership was a significant factor in their governance of the province, thus spurring its unprecedented economic development.
In tourism, God has richly endowed Nueva Ecija with magnificent and varied scenery that constitute its tourist attractions. Sightseers do appreciate the natural scenic spots such as the Minalungao National Park in Gapan and General Tinio, which is a large forested area along the Sierra Madre mountain range with its stiff ravine and rock formations placing the park in the tourism map of the country. There is also the cool climate in Barrio Puncan in Carrangalan. For such, Puncan has earned the name of "Little Baguio" of Nueva Ecija for its cool breeze, the fresh atmosphere and the scent of pine trees in the air.
Other places to see or to enjoy that may compare with the wonders of the country are: Fort Magsaysay, home of the Philippine Army Training Command in Palayan City, which has become a popular tourist destination area of World War II veterans and their families; Camp Pangatian Shrine in Cabanatuan City; the phenomenal Pantabangan Dam; the big pasture lands of Laur and Rizal; and the Central Luzon State University (CLSU), in the Science City of Muñoz, considered one of the best and most scenic agricultural institutions in the country, definitely Nueva Ecija’s pride. The CLSU campus is a landscape of full-grown, shady trees, a sight to behold indeed. It beckons all to come, see and study at the CLSU.
Another memorable historical spot is the monument dedicated to General Antonio Luna seen poised atop his horse on the very place where he was assassinated in Cabanatuan City. Though not a Novo Ecijano, Nueva Ecija has formally adopted him as one of its illustrious sons.
Palayan City, the present capital of Nueva Ecija, with its new, modern and beautiful capitol building plus the exotic campsites of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of the Philippines are worthwhile visiting. Then there is the beautiful and only rubber dam in Llanera, the first and largest rubber dam in the Philippines.
Finally, one cannot avoid mentioning Nueva Ecija without touching the Nueva Ecija High School (NEHS), which began in San Isidro as the Wright Institute in 1904-1905. It was later transferred to Cabanatuan City in June 1927 built in the style of Gabaldon- type high schools all over the country. From it have graduated the provinces’ "Hall of Fame" (Bulwagan ng Dangal) and "Most Distinguished Alumni" honorees, conferred by the Nueva Ecija High School Alumni Association, Inc. (NEHSAA) the association of Sedfrey A. Ordonez, Consuelo Villamor-Asis, Guillermo A. Pecache, Pedro O. Sanvicente, Paterno V. Viloria, Damiana L. Eugenio, Saturnino A. Abesamis, Rafael M. Ileto, Luis T. Santos, Melencio S. Magno, Felipe A. Estrella, Julieta R. Jalbuena, Florino A. Francisco, and Pacifico M. Fajardo to mention a few. They contributed immensely to the honor and prestige not only of their Alma Mater, but also of Nueva Ecija and the Philippines.
"WOW! Nueva Ecija" exactly expressed the A-1 distinction of the provinces’ sceneries, sound financial resources, dedicated provincial, city, municipal, and barangay leaders, educational institutions, and the cradle of noble heroes, historians, scientists and writers. In a few words, it is a glorious and wonderful province.
Nueva Ecija occupies an area of 550,218 hectares populated by 1,659,883 people as of 2004. It has 27 municipalities: Aliaga, Bongabon, Cabiao, Carrangalan, Cuyapo, Gabaldon, General Natividad, General Tinio, Guimba, Jaen, Laur, Licab, Llanera, Lupao, Nampicuan, Pantabangan, Peñaranda, Quezon, Rizal, San Antonio, San Isidro, San Leonardo, Sta. Rosa, Sto. Domingo, Talavera, Talugtog and Zaragosa, and 5 cities: Cabanatuan, Gapan, the Science City of Muñoz, Palayan and San Jose.
As the cradle of heroes, Nueva Ecija is linked to the historical events that led to the founding of the First Republic of the Philippines. General Mariano Llanera of Cabiao immediately responded to Andres Bonifacio’s call to rise against the Spaniards by besieging Factoria, the more popular name then of San Isidro, at that time the capital of Nueva Ecija, on Sept. 2 to 3, 1896. This was the "First Cry of Nueva Ecija." Other Novo Ecijanos joined the revolutionary ranks such as Generals Mamerto Natividad, Jr. of Cabiao, Manuel Tinio of Aliaga and Pablo Padilla of Peñaranda. General Emilio Aguinaldo subsequently honored Nueva Ecija as one of the eight rays of the Philippine Flag, symbolizing the first eight provinces that revolted against Spanish rule.
In the intellectual and cultural arena, Nueva Ecija occupies a prominent place. Its sons rank among the country’s intellectual elite, among them: Epifanio delos Santos, writer and literary genius; Sedfrey A. Ordonez, statesman and poet; Lazaro Francisco, novelist; Paz Policarpio-Mendez, educator; Leopoldo Serrano, writer and historian; Gaudencio Antonio, senator; and Ponciano B.P. Pineda, linguist and Tagalog poet.
Nueva Ecija is also blessed with illustrious and prominent political figures who contributed to the growth and prosperity of the province. There was, again, Epifanio C. delos Santos, the first governor of the province during the onset of the American colonial administration; Isauro Gabaldon, and Hermogenes Concepcion, Sr. who, in their respective terms represented Nueva Ecija admirably in the Philippine Senate. Other governors with equal records of contributions to making what Nueva Ecija is today include General Manuel Tinio, Leopoldo D. Diaz, Amado Q. Aleta and Eduardo L. Joson. Their dedication and patriotism made history for Nueva Ecija in the political arena. Their strong and visionary leadership was a significant factor in their governance of the province, thus spurring its unprecedented economic development.
In tourism, God has richly endowed Nueva Ecija with magnificent and varied scenery that constitute its tourist attractions. Sightseers do appreciate the natural scenic spots such as the Minalungao National Park in Gapan and General Tinio, which is a large forested area along the Sierra Madre mountain range with its stiff ravine and rock formations placing the park in the tourism map of the country. There is also the cool climate in Barrio Puncan in Carrangalan. For such, Puncan has earned the name of "Little Baguio" of Nueva Ecija for its cool breeze, the fresh atmosphere and the scent of pine trees in the air.
Other places to see or to enjoy that may compare with the wonders of the country are: Fort Magsaysay, home of the Philippine Army Training Command in Palayan City, which has become a popular tourist destination area of World War II veterans and their families; Camp Pangatian Shrine in Cabanatuan City; the phenomenal Pantabangan Dam; the big pasture lands of Laur and Rizal; and the Central Luzon State University (CLSU), in the Science City of Muñoz, considered one of the best and most scenic agricultural institutions in the country, definitely Nueva Ecija’s pride. The CLSU campus is a landscape of full-grown, shady trees, a sight to behold indeed. It beckons all to come, see and study at the CLSU.
Another memorable historical spot is the monument dedicated to General Antonio Luna seen poised atop his horse on the very place where he was assassinated in Cabanatuan City. Though not a Novo Ecijano, Nueva Ecija has formally adopted him as one of its illustrious sons.
Palayan City, the present capital of Nueva Ecija, with its new, modern and beautiful capitol building plus the exotic campsites of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of the Philippines are worthwhile visiting. Then there is the beautiful and only rubber dam in Llanera, the first and largest rubber dam in the Philippines.
Finally, one cannot avoid mentioning Nueva Ecija without touching the Nueva Ecija High School (NEHS), which began in San Isidro as the Wright Institute in 1904-1905. It was later transferred to Cabanatuan City in June 1927 built in the style of Gabaldon- type high schools all over the country. From it have graduated the provinces’ "Hall of Fame" (Bulwagan ng Dangal) and "Most Distinguished Alumni" honorees, conferred by the Nueva Ecija High School Alumni Association, Inc. (NEHSAA) the association of Sedfrey A. Ordonez, Consuelo Villamor-Asis, Guillermo A. Pecache, Pedro O. Sanvicente, Paterno V. Viloria, Damiana L. Eugenio, Saturnino A. Abesamis, Rafael M. Ileto, Luis T. Santos, Melencio S. Magno, Felipe A. Estrella, Julieta R. Jalbuena, Florino A. Francisco, and Pacifico M. Fajardo to mention a few. They contributed immensely to the honor and prestige not only of their Alma Mater, but also of Nueva Ecija and the Philippines.
"WOW! Nueva Ecija" exactly expressed the A-1 distinction of the provinces’ sceneries, sound financial resources, dedicated provincial, city, municipal, and barangay leaders, educational institutions, and the cradle of noble heroes, historians, scientists and writers. In a few words, it is a glorious and wonderful province.
| Source: Manila Bulletin |
| Author: By DR. SIMEONA O. SANVICENTE |
| Date: 2005-07-23 |
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Economy
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Nueva Ecija is one of the top producers of agricultural products in the country. Its principal crops is mainly rice but corn and onion are also produced in quantity. The province is often referred to as the “Rice Granary of the Philippines.” Other major crops are onion, mango, calamansi (calamondin orange), banana, garlic, and vegetables. The town of Bongabon at the eastern part of the province at the foot of the Sierra Madre mountains and its neighbouring Laur and Rizal are the major producers of onion and garlic. Bongabon is called the "onion capital of the country".
Education is very well established as a major industry in the province. The leading educational institutions are the Central Luzon State University in Munoz and Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Wesleyan University-Philippines, La Fortuna College and Araullio University in Cabanatuan. There are 18 tertiary level institutions in Cabanatuan City alone.
Health services is also a notable industry and a number of hospitals cater to patients from within Nueva Ecija and some coming from neighbouring provinces. There are also a number of schools of nursing and midwifery, mostly in Cabanatuan.
There are poultry farms in a number of towns, most notably, the Lorenzo poultry farms in San Isidro which is one of the largest in the country. Duck raising and egg production is also an important livelihood. Fishponds are unevenly distributed throughout the province but the largest concentrations are in San Antonio, Santa Rosa, and Cuyapo.
Fabrication of tricycle "sidecars" is widespread in the province, notably in Santa Rosa, where prices are as low as PhP 7,000 which is practically the cheapest in the country.
Several areas have mineral deposits. Copper and manganese have been found in General Tinio, Carranglan, and Pantabangan. The upper reaches of Carranglan and Palayan City are said to contain gold.
In June 2008, it has also received the title: "Milk Capital of the Philippines" due to the reason that Nueva Ecija gathers more milk from both cows and carabaos or water buffaloes than any other place in the Philippines. The Philippine Carabao Center is located in CLSU compound in Munoz City.
Source: Wikipedia
Major Industries:
Nueva Ecija is one of the top producers of agricultural products in the country. Its principal crops is mainly rice but corn and onion are also produced in quantity. The province is often referred to as the “Rice Granary of the Philippines.” Other major crops are onion, mango, calamansi (calamondin orange), banana, garlic, and vegetables. The town of Bongabon at the eastern part of the province at the foot of the Sierra Madre mountains and its neighbouring Laur and Rizal are the major producers of onion and garlic. Bongabon is called the "onion capital of the country".
Education is very well established as a major industry in the province. The leading educational institutions are the Central Luzon State University in Munoz and Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Wesleyan University-Philippines, La Fortuna College and Araullio University in Cabanatuan. There are 18 tertiary level institutions in Cabanatuan City alone.
Health services is also a notable industry and a number of hospitals cater to patients from within Nueva Ecija and some coming from neighbouring provinces. There are also a number of schools of nursing and midwifery, mostly in Cabanatuan.
There are poultry farms in a number of towns, most notably, the Lorenzo poultry farms in San Isidro which is one of the largest in the country. Duck raising and egg production is also an important livelihood. Fishponds are unevenly distributed throughout the province but the largest concentrations are in San Antonio, Santa Rosa, and Cuyapo.
Fabrication of tricycle "sidecars" is widespread in the province, notably in Santa Rosa, where prices are as low as PhP 7,000 which is practically the cheapest in the country.
Several areas have mineral deposits. Copper and manganese have been found in General Tinio, Carranglan, and Pantabangan. The upper reaches of Carranglan and Palayan City are said to contain gold.
In June 2008, it has also received the title: "Milk Capital of the Philippines" due to the reason that Nueva Ecija gathers more milk from both cows and carabaos or water buffaloes than any other place in the Philippines. The Philippine Carabao Center is located in CLSU compound in Munoz City.
Source: Wikipedia
Friday, December 7, 2007
Nueva Ecija employment program intensified
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The Provincial Manpower and Training Center (PMTC) under Emmanuel San Juan and the Provincial Employment Service Office spearhead this program.
Under the scheme, the PMTC will maintain a databank of skilled and semi-skilled applicants from all over Nueva Ecija and the industries that need workers.
Once the databank traces compatibility between the job applicants and the prospective employer, the provincial government through the PMTC matches them. There will be no fees to be paid to the government, San Juan said.
The program was launched in a simple ceremony led by Gov. Aurelio Umali, third district Rep. Czarina Umali, Nueva Ecija Small and Medium Enterprise Development Council President Vicky Gaetos, Nueva Ecija Chamber of Commerce and Industry head Kenny Bansale, as well as representatives from various learning institutions and industries.
Umali said the program would spare Novo Ecijanos from falling prey to illegal recruiters. This will also avoid problems between the employer and employee due to mismatch of skills and job placement. --Armand M. Galang/The Manila Times
The Provincial Manpower and Training Center (PMTC) under Emmanuel San Juan and the Provincial Employment Service Office spearhead this program.
Under the scheme, the PMTC will maintain a databank of skilled and semi-skilled applicants from all over Nueva Ecija and the industries that need workers.
Once the databank traces compatibility between the job applicants and the prospective employer, the provincial government through the PMTC matches them. There will be no fees to be paid to the government, San Juan said.
The program was launched in a simple ceremony led by Gov. Aurelio Umali, third district Rep. Czarina Umali, Nueva Ecija Small and Medium Enterprise Development Council President Vicky Gaetos, Nueva Ecija Chamber of Commerce and Industry head Kenny Bansale, as well as representatives from various learning institutions and industries.
Umali said the program would spare Novo Ecijanos from falling prey to illegal recruiters. This will also avoid problems between the employer and employee due to mismatch of skills and job placement. --Armand M. Galang/The Manila Times
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