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What do you think about the Farmers in the Philippines?

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This is my perspective on farmers in the Philippines. Farming is a practice of art and science aimed at generating a substantial harvest to provide inputs to other industries. It serves as the foundation for every product consumed by consumers. Farming involves a venture where farmers invest thousands in the soil annually, hoping for returns. However, they often face negative returns on their investment. Their produce is sometimes sold at a lower price due to a lack of government support, profiteering by middlemen in trading prices, and a lack of connection to large enterprises. Their profession, which involves cultivating and producing food and resources, has been essential throughout history and continues to be so. However, only a few people truly grasp the depth and complexity of the work that farmers do. What's even more worrisome is that individuals who lack a genuine understanding of farming often try to impose their own ideas or opinions on how farmers should carry out their