{"id":21587,"date":"2023-07-31T10:01:41","date_gmt":"2023-07-31T10:01:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/?p=21587"},"modified":"2023-07-31T10:01:41","modified_gmt":"2023-07-31T10:01:41","slug":"a-founders-dream-urban-farming-and-the-sm-foundation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/a-founders-dream-urban-farming-and-the-sm-foundation\/","title":{"rendered":"A Founder\u2019s Dream: Urban Farming and the SM Foundation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>A Founder\u2019s Dream: Urban Farming and the SM Foundation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In 2007, Henry Sy, Sr., the founder of SM Group, had a vision: to create a more sustainable future for the Philippines. He believed that urban farming could play a key role in this, and he tasked the SM Foundation with developing a program to make it happen.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-21593\" src=\"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-5-SMCT-1024x581.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-5-SMCT-1024x581.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-5-SMCT-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-5-SMCT-768x435.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-5-SMCT-1536x871.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-5-SMCT.jpg 1799w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The result was the Kabalikat Sa Kabuhayan on Sustainable Agriculture Program (KSK-SAP), which has been running for over 16 years. The KSK-SAP provides training and support to urban farmers, helping them to learn how to grow nutritious food in a sustainable way.<\/p>\n<p>The program has been a huge success, with over 28,550 farmers trained and 260 sustainable agricultural trainings conducted. The KSK-SAP has also helped to create income opportunities for marginalized urban communities, and it has contributed to food security in the Philippines.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-21592\" src=\"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-7-SMEO-1024x457.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-7-SMEO-1024x457.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-7-SMEO-300x134.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In July 2023, the SM Foundation celebrated the progress of the KSK-SAP by mounting simultaneous Urban Farming initiatives at 17 SM malls across the country. These events were a way to highlight the impact of the program and to thank the government agencies and LGUs that have been such valuable partners.<\/p>\n<p>The SM Foundation is committed to continuing the KSK-SAP and making urban farming a more mainstream activity in the Philippines. The program is an important part of the SM Foundation&#8217;s broader sustainability agenda, and it is helping to create a more sustainable future for the Philippines.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-21588\" src=\"http:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-2-ROXAS-1024x427.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-2-ROXAS-1024x427.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-2-ROXAS-300x125.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-2-ROXAS-768x320.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.techbeatph.com\/wproot\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Photo-2-ROXAS.jpg 1133w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>How the SM Foundation is Making Urban Farming More Sustainable<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The SM Foundation is taking a number of steps to make urban farming more sustainable. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Providing training on sustainable farming practices:<\/strong>\u00a0The KSK-SAP provides training on a variety of sustainable farming practices, such as composting, rainwater harvesting, and crop rotation. This helps farmers to reduce their environmental impact and to produce more nutritious food.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Creating market opportunities for urban farmers:<\/strong>\u00a0The SM Foundation works with SM Supermalls and SM Markets to create market opportunities for urban farmers. This helps farmers to sell their produce and to generate income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Involving government agencies and LGUs:<\/strong> The SM Foundation works with government agencies and LGUs to provide support for urban farming. This includes providing land for urban farms, providing access to water, and providing technical assistance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The SM Foundation&#8217;s efforts to make urban farming more sustainable are helping to create a more sustainable future for the Philippines. By providing training, creating market opportunities, and involving government agencies and LGUs, the SM Foundation is helping to make urban farming a more viable option for people across the country.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Join the SM Green Movement<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The SM Foundation is committed to creating a more sustainable future for the Philippines. You can join the SM Green Movement by making small changes in your own life, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conserving water:<\/strong>\u00a0Turn off the tap when you brush your teeth and take shorter showers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reducing, reusing, and recycling:<\/strong>\u00a0Reduce the amount of waste you produce by bringing your own reusable bags to the grocery store and by recycling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Using energy-efficient appliances:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose appliances that have the Energy Star label.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Planting trees:<\/strong>\u00a0Trees help to clean the air and to reduce pollution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By making small changes in your own life, you can help to create a more sustainable future for the Philippines. Join the SM Green Movement today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Founder\u2019s Dream: Urban Farming and the SM Foundation In 2007, Henry Sy, Sr., the founder of SM Group, had a vision: to create a more sustainable future for the Philippines. 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