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

Facebook: http:/www.facebook.com/nestea.ph

Twitter: http:/www.twitter.com/NesteaPH

SUPPORT PINOY PRODUCTS WITH ABS-CBN AT THE GREAT OUTDOORS SALE

With summer just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to get a move on and appreciate what the country has to offer.

It’s also the perfect time to get ready for all the adventures that are well on the way—something that you can definitely do at the upcoming Great Outdoors Sale, where you can not only gear up for taking on the country’s natural wonders but also support and be proud of the Philippines through ABS-CBN’s merchandise featuring ABS-CBN Pintados, and the PINASmile and Choose Philippines campaigns.

Featuring apparel and accessories that showcase what local wonders the country has, these products also play a part in projects targeted at conserving and rehabilitating the environment—presented in festive and attractive colors that definitely stylishly add that Philippine touch.

Apart from the ABS-CBN Store, ABS-CBN Publishing and Star Records will also be participating in the Great Outdoors Sale. Several Kapamilya celebrities will also be setting up booths featuring their own product lines.

Support local products with ABS-CBN at the Great Outdoors Sale this March 26 to 30 at the Metrotent in the Metrowalk Plaza along Meralco Avenue, Pasig City. Store hours are from 10:00am to 10:00pm. Also check out ABS-CBN’s assortment of products at abscbnstore.shopinas.com at www.abs-cbnstore.com.

TENDA LAUNCHES THREE NEW ROUTERS IN THE PHILIPPINES

TENDA,a new kid on the block in the wireless distribution system in the Philippines, is set to impress the consumers with its easy-to-install units and reliable data connection of up to300 Mbps.
The company introduces three new exciting models in the Philippine market-the W3002R, W309R+ and FH303.
According to Charlie Jiang, company sales manager for the Philippines, TENDA is set to win the competition against other wireless solution brands in the market.
"TENDA's edge against the other routers are, it is easy to set up or install and its parts are made by Broadcom chipset company (famous WIFI chipset maker in the world)," Jiang said.
Jiang explained that TENDA's edge over competitors does not stop at providing quality routers but, extends to after sales services.
"The guaranty time for TENDA routers in the Philippines is two years since the date when the customers bought it from the authorized dealer's stores," Jiang said.
Jiang added that should customers come across a defective unit, technical support can be easily reached through the hotline.
"If there is any problem about the hardware, the customers just have to consult our dealer’s technicians to solve it, Jiang said.
"If the technician cannot troubleshoot the problem, the dealer will send that unit back to our distributor BELEXIS then our engineers will test the RMA unit first and then try to fix it or replace it in 7-15 days according to the problem," Jiang said.
Jiang promises to bring the finest internetconnection experience in the office and at home for TENDA customers.

W3002R

The purpose of TENDA Philippines company is just to let the Filipinos enjoy surfing the wireless network easier by using our easy set top TENDA router in an affordable price and good service " .Jiang said.

Sharing the best data experience with W3002R and FH303

W309R+ and FH303 is the perfect combo to heighten the data connection experience that hits 300 Mbps and provides the widest area coverage.

Jiang explained  theW3002R is a powerful wireless solution made for home and office use that offers reliable internet connection for faster downloads.

“W3002R is the advanced 300Mbps router with new nice design, high power router, its coverage is two 

 FH303

times wider than the normal 300Mbps router,” Jiang said.

TENDA-W3002R has detachable antennas that use the universal repeater technology which allows wider area coverage, better performance and enhanced compatibility.

Security issues have also been resolved with the W3002 as it offers multi-level encryption options to prevent unauthorized access to safeguard important data.

FH303, on the other hand, resolves dead spot troubles at home and in the office that slows down fun and work.

As TENDA is committed to customer satisfaction, the FH303 is made to deliver quality internet connectivity with a push of a button.

“FH303 is also a high power router with a button on the rear side ,that can adjust the router 's performance mode to be normal signal or high signal mode,: Jiang explained.

“When the router is working in normal signal mode,it also can save the energy ,we call this  as the green energy saving,” he added.

Two rear side buttons can be found on the unit. The first button allows users to adjust wireless signal effectively and conveniently while the second button serves as security lock.

Other features of this model include several filters like bandwidth control, MacAddress clone, remote web management and system log.

“These models belong to the high power router series ,for the high power router with two  antennas , we recommend W3002R while for the high power router with three antennas , we recommend FH303 ,” Jiang said.

FH303 comes in elegant white with three antennas which secures reliable internet connection.

No more deadspots at home with W309R+

One of the highlights of TENDA wireless solution technology is affordability and quality and that is exactly what the W309R+ has to offer.

Customers are in for a great deal with the last, but not the least, on the roster of the newly launched router models with its competitive market price and potent features.

According to Jiang, W309R+ can increase data connectivity at home up to300 Mbps that can work with broadband internet connection.

”W309R+ is the high power 300 Mbps router with two 9 dBi antennas,” he said.

This model can share with multiple computers considering the limits of a broadband internet connection.

Since not every household has a “techie” member, the W309R+ comes with an easy setup utility that makes it easy for family members to set up the unit.

This affordable model is more than its price worth when it comes with added features like the enhanced wireless distribution system which allows customers to set up a wireless communication between two or more routers in the area. 

Despite its ability to connect to several routers, the W309R+ does not compromise the security of data of its users as it is equipped with a multi-level encryption feature.

About TENDA

Founded in 1999, Tenda Technology is the recognized leading supplier of networking devices and equipments for consumer, SOHO and small business users. Tenda has committed to delivering easy-to-install and affordable networking solutions for its customers, offering innovative, award-winning products that enhance people's lives and productivity.Our product lines include WiFi devices, ADSL CPEs, Ethernet switches, mobile broadband(3/3.5/3.75G) devices and wired routers.

Based in Shenzhen, China, where our ISO9001:2000 certified facilities, plus ten automated SMT lines and assembly lines, produce 80,000 units of CE- and FCC-marked items per day.

Since 2007, Tenda has started launching its global branding efforts. Until now, through our worldwide distribution channels, Tenda distributes products to more than 100 countries around the world. In 2009, our total revenue was recorded at 151Million USD. In which, revenue from overseas was 41Million USD, accounting for 27%, up from 19Million in 2007 and 28Million in 2008.

About Belexis

Belexis Concepts Inc.began operations in February 2010 as an IT distribution company for Acer products. A sister company of Banbros Commercial, Inc., Belexis quickly established itself as a leading distributor of eMachines and Acer Commercial products nationwide.

 Its network of dealers, corporate resellers and retailers serves as the core distribution channel nationwide. It aims to be the leader in the distribution of IT products and is committed to maintain a dominant position in the market. Beginning 3rd quarter 2010, Belexis began offering Gateway products as it expands its product line to serve the different markets.  Edifier speakers were added to its line in October, 2010. 

In November 2010, Belexis became a distributor of Imation and its brands, TDK, Memorex, XtremeMac to forge into the CE market.  It continues to seek an array of IT & CE products to serve its growing market.

ANNE CURTIS ON THE COVER OF METRO’S HOLIDAY HEADSTART ISSUE

On the cover is Anne Curtis like you’ve never seen her before: Risqué in luxe showgirl pieces by Metrowear Icon Francis Libiran, perfectly celebrating her one-of-a-kind star status as the Princess of All Media and the first Filipina to have her own E! News Asia Special. From being a teenybopper actress, she has become a household name, a brand of her own, and an icon in the truest sense of the word. Metro gets the real deal on what it’s like to be her nowadays.

With Christmas coming up, Anne’s personality serves as the perfect way to brighten up the season that’s just around the corner.

Also in Metro’s November issue, the magazine goes into how the time for gift-giving is well on the way—and in the month of November, wrappers and ribbons are being rolled out to take readers’ Christmas shopping skills to a whole new level that’s stylish and stress-free.

Check out over a hundred products featured in the Metro Gift Guide, with a Metro exclusive on Giorgio Armani’s newest fragrance, Si.

All these and more are in Metro’s November issue, so grab a copy now and be a chic and smart shopper. Metro is available at bookstores and newsstands nationwide. Like the magazine on Facebook (www.facebook.com/Metro.Magazine) and follow Metro on Twitter and Instagram (@MetroMagPH).