TOFARM 2014 photo and video contest depicts the unsung farmer heroes of Philippine Agriculture

The unsung heroism of the Filipino farmer is getting some due recognition.

The Outstanding Farmers of the Philippines Search and Awards (TOFARM) launched a contest that depicts or lionizes farmers, fisherfolk and other nurturers of the soil in November 2013.

The photographs and videos will be on display at the Atrium of Resorts World Manila on March 29 and 30 after the awarding of the best photos and videos 3 p.m on Sunday March 30 at the Passion Restaurant of Resorts World Manila.

Contest categories of the TOFARM Photo and Video Contest are: DSLR Photos, Non-DSLR Photos and Videos taken with an HD camera. The entries must depicts farmers at work on the fieldm with their carabao, or just having fun. The photo and video contest may tackle all fields or sectors of farming and agriculture and may depict farmers in the fishery, livestock, and poultry raising sector as well. The contest was open to all photo and video enthusiasts nationwide as it is one of the initiatives of TOFARMS to promote the farming and agriculture sector of the Philippines as widely as possible.

Prizes at stake aree as follows:
DSLR Photos - First Prize, Php 60,000; Second Prize, Php 40,000; Third Prize, Php 30,000;
Non DSLR Photos -   First Prize, Php 40,000; Second Prize, Php 30,000; Third Prize, Php 20,000;

Video entries ( one minute long ),  First Prize, Php 60,000; Second Prize, Php 40,000; Third Prize, Php 30,000.

TOFARM is a prestigious recognition program launched by the Philippines Jaycees ( JCI Philippines) and Universal Harvester, Inc ( UHI) in 2012. Now on its third consecutive year, TOFARM in 2014 is a partnership between UHI and JCI Philippines, Mindanao Chapters of Area 5. The broad and long-term goal of TOFARM is to celebrate the important role of the farming sector in the Philippines and to inspire your people  to return to the land and make agriculture a flourishing  means livelihood.

TOFARM seeks to identify and pay atribute to outstanding farmers, fisherfolk, farm communities, cooperatives, animal raisers, women farmers, LGUs, organizations, scientist, the academe, as well as business entities in rural and urban areas. the nomination period of TOFARM 2014 begins this April.

Recently TOFARM 2014 also introduced BACKTOFARM, an agricultural rehabilitation project for farmers and farming organizations in provinces devastated by Typhoon Yolanda. The farming community in those and farming organizations in provinces are provided with farming-specific aid ad resources such as technical assistance, seeds and other ways to reinvigorate their farms and assist in the implementation of sustainable farming methods.

For more information please visit www.tofarm.org or visit the Facebook page www.facebook.com/Tofarm

METRO LAUNCHES THE ULTIMATE SWIMSUIT AND SUMMER BEAUTY ISSUE

The sun is out and that fun, light-hearted vibe of a new season is finally here—and with this bright time of the year in full burst, it’s also time to let who you are shine this summer.

This month, in celebration of its 25th anniversary, Metro presents its Ultimate Swimsuit and Summer Beauty Issue, an essential guide to looking extra fabulous for the season.

In its latest issue where summer is all about sexy, Metro features multi-faceted stylish beauty Heart Evangelista, looking sultry on the cover in pieces from Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2014 Collection. The five-time Metro cover girl opens up about her colorful journey in showbiz and shares her secrets to being one of the loveliest faces in Philippine entertainment.

Indulge in the most comprehensive Metro Beauty Awards Special to date, which features 25 of the best products in the market. Find that extra bit of inspiration from Metro’s featured models, who dish out their tips to staying in shape. Of course, to complete the summer checklist, look into this issue’s wide array of swimwear options, featuring twenty five of Metro’s favorite pieces, for every size and body type.

Metro’s Ultimate Swimsuit and Summer Beauty Issue is out in bookstores and newsstands nationwide for only P150, with its digital edition out in the App Store and on Google Play. For updates, like Metro on Facebook (www.facebook.com/Metro.Magazine) and follow Metro on Twitter and Instagram (@metromagph).

Bloggers’ Night: Get tagged and socialize

Now in its second year, FAME’s Bloggers’ Night Tagged was attended by bloggers of health, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and photography, and media partners.

As they say, “Bloggers are the online influencers that drive today’s digital world.” Most of the time, customers base their purchasing decisions from a review written by a blogger in the internet. So bloggers who cover the latest news on a certain product, service, brands, are more than just bloggers; they are influential, digital online specialists.

With more than a decade in the publishing industry, FAME has gone a long way from a doctor’s passion for writing to becoming one of the most promising publications in the country today.

Abiding by its mission to promote good health, a healthy lifestyle, sound Christian values, and professional excellence, FAME has become a trusted brand in creating quality publications, having seven titles under its belt.

With its Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rafael R. Castillo at the helm, FAME gave its doctor-readers Health and Lifestyle magazine, serving as the quintessential guide for the modern-day doctor.

Two years later, FAME ventured into commercial publication. FAME launched DiabetEASE to give advice to patients and families suffering from diabetes.

From feature and in-depth stories on medicine, FAME launched Travel Plus to promote the local and international tourism. In the same year, FAME also launched Zen Health to empower the modern-day woman.

For more than two years now, Vital Signs, one of FAME’s latest publications in an eight-page newsletter format, is seen to become the leader in medical news as it synthesizes the most recent scientific and healthcare news taken from notable sources in the field of healthcare, medicine, public health administration read by doctors, healthcare professionals, and even legislators.

Bloggers’ Night capped the night off with exciting giveaways and raffle prizes courtesy of its major sponsors: Megaworld and B-Peptide. Other sponsors include GrabTaxi, Goldilocks, Medtronix, Diabetasol, Benecol, Galderma, Restylane, Angel Skin, PotenceeNow in its second year, FAME’s Bloggers’ Night Tagged was attended by bloggers of health, fashion, entertainment, lifestyle, and photography, and media partners.

As they say, “Bloggers are the online influencers that drive today’s digital world.” Most of the time, customers base their purchasing decisions from a review written by a blogger in the internet. So bloggers who cover the latest news on a certain product, service, brands, are more than just bloggers; they are influential, digital online specialists.

With more than a decade in the publishing industry, FAME has gone a long way from a doctor’s passion for writing to becoming one of the most promising publications in the country today.

Abiding by its mission to promote good health, a healthy lifestyle, sound Christian values, and professional excellence, FAME has become a trusted brand in creating quality publications, having seven titles under its belt.

With its Publisher and Editor-in-Chief Dr. Rafael R. Castillo at the helm, FAME gave its doctor-readers Health and Lifestyle magazine, serving as the quintessential guide for the modern-day doctor.

Two years later, FAME ventured into commercial publication. FAME launched DiabetEASE to give advice to patients and families suffering from diabetes.

From feature and in-depth stories on medicine, FAME launched Travel Plus to promote the local and international tourism. In the same year, FAME also launched Zen Health to empower the modern-day woman.

For more than two years now, Vital Signs, one of FAME’s latest publications in an eight-page newsletter format, is seen to become the leader in medical news as it synthesizes the most recent scientific and healthcare news taken from notable sources in the field of healthcare, medicine, public health administration read by doctors, healthcare professionals, and even legislators.

Bloggers’ Night capped the night off with exciting giveaways and raffle prizes courtesy of its major sponsors: Megaworld and B-Peptide. Other sponsors include GrabTaxi, Goldilocks, Medtronix, Diabetasol, Benecol, Galderma, Restylane, Angel Skin, Potencee

Celium, Oracare, Walter Bread, Enchanted Kingdom, Yakult, KB Soap, Trianon Food Supplements and Diagnostics, and Print Social.

For more details and updates on FAME publications, visit FAME’s Facebook fan pages: HealthandLifestyle, ZenHealth, DiabetEase, and TravelPlusMagazine.

Nestea Beach 2014

NESTEA made its mark in the Philippines over 30 years ago and has made itself synonymous with a delicious, refreshingly light and thirst-quenching beverages that everyone in the family can enjoy. NESTEA comes in Lemon Blend, Apple Blend, Calamansi Blend, Honey Blend, NESTEA Premium Brew, Red Tea in Raspberry flavor.

You Can Refresh your summer with Nestea 
NESTEA Beach has been synonymous with summertime fun for decades, establishing itself as an iconic beach event like no other. Refresh the summer anytime, anywhere with cool, exciting experiences that only NESTEA cam bring.

This 2014, the NESTEA Beach volleyball competition sizzles as the best of the best play it out to win this years title. Giving a new twist to the competition, NESTEA has invited last years NESTEA beach Volleyball champions to compete againts regional volleyball champions from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao for this years title. A total of 24 teams will participate in the NESTEA beach Volleyball competition, which will take place during the biggest weekend in the country, from May 1 to 3 in front of the Boracay Beach chalets at Station 2.

NESTEA beach brings back the heat to Boracay
Last years NESTEA beach saw the best team from all over the country face-off in a culminating battle in the island of Boracay, after two elimination legs in Cebu and Batangas.

The women's division saw a fierce battle berween Central Philippine University (CPU) and the University of Sta. Tomas (UST), where CPU's Fiola Mae Ceballo and Jovelyn Gonzaga locked horns with UST's Maruja Banaticla and Judy Caballejo. in the end, CPU reigned supreme, winning the dicision at 22-20, 21-18

In the men's division in finals, the University of Visayas (UV) went head to head againts the University of San Jose Recoletor (USJR). UV's Jade Becaldo and Mike Abria showcased their volleyball prowess against USJR's Jade Illut and Jason Uy, winning the division at 28-26, 21-12

NESTEA Beach a sizzling summer experience
The 17th NESTEA Beach experience proves to be the biggest celebration of the season, as exciting beach activities also make their way to Boracay. Happening alongside the NESTEA Beach volleyball competition are some of the hottest parties the island has ever seen. This year, Nestea not only brings the best of the best to the beach, but also the largest parties of the weekend. To keep the summer sizzling, NESTEA, in partnership with republiq, also brings world- renowned DJs Cedric Gervais and Steve Aoki to make a splash with he labor day weekend scene.

Making things even cooler are free NESTEA samples that will be distributed throughout the weekend in the various refresh stations to keep the hot day refreshed.

NESTEA beach will also continue its LOVE THE BEACH campaign; a long running advocacy to clean the beaches of Boracay. NESTEA beach will facilatate a shore Clean-up in partnership with Boracay foundation Inc. on May 2, where consumers can participate to show their love for the beach in a different way. In addition, NESTEA pitchers will be sold throughout the weekend and for every pitcher sold, Php5 will go to the Boracay Foundation's Coral Reef Restoration project. NESTEA will also match and double this amount in support of this advocacy.

For more informatiuon visit 
http://www.nestea.com.ph

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