Crop Science Module I – Some Data & Facts About Philippine Agriculture

Unit I – Part A: Quick Facts & Data

Before diving into complex crop science, an agriculturist must understand the systemic baseline. The PRC board exam frequently tests your knowledge of land utilization, top-performing commodities, and institutional mandates to gauge your sector awareness.

📊 Sub-Sector Economic Output (Ranked by GVA)

Knowing which sub-sector contributes the most to the Gross Value Added (GVA) in agriculture is a classic board exam question. Here is the current ranking:

  • 1. Crops (~55-58%): The undisputed leader, heavily driven by palay (rice), corn, coconut, and banana production.
  • 2. Livestock (~15%): The second major contributor, predominantly sustained by the swine (hog) industry.
  • 3. Poultry (~14%): A highly commercialized sector showing consistent growth, led by broiler chicken and egg production.
  • 4. Fisheries (~13-15%): Comprising aquaculture, municipal, and commercial fishing. (Note: Poultry and Fisheries frequently swap 3rd and 4th place).

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