In 1996, Filipino seed organization Allied Botanical Corporation chose to assemble their primary research station in Tayug with a dream to make a “pinakbet line of tropical oriental vegetable assortments,” from bitter gourd to squash, onions, chili, and some more. As they infiltrated the nearby cultivating industry, ABC and Tayug agriculturists experienced a progression of preparing projects and trade of innovation. In the long run, the agriculturists figured out how to grasp new products and methods for developing them. From simply rice and corn, they figured out how to plant watermelons, tomatoes, and even fancy plants. Tayug ranchers in association with ABC, the local government, and the Department of Tourism fabricated the alleged “A-Maze-Ing Sunflowers,” highlighting diverse assortments of beautiful blossoms that encompass an existence measure sunflower labyrinth.
With its staggering scene and splendid kaleidoscope of hues, the A-Maze-Ing Sunflowers promptly turned into all the rage. Photographs and recordings of the elaborate plant expo have been over and again posted and shared via social media, reaching Filipinos all throughout the country. Averaging at 1,500 guests for every day, the A-Maze-Ing Sunflowers expo produces additional wage to neighborhood agriculturists, specialists, and even tricycle drivers meandering in the territory. Guests from various age sections wouldn’t fret the searing warmth of the sun just to take the ideal shot of the sunflowers. Apart from the selfie-idealized scenes, the expo additionally includes a genuine living “bahay kubo,” where the elements of a valid Ilokano pinakbet can be picked new.
Vocabulary:
primary – of chief importance; principal
progression – the process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state
highlighting – pick out and emphasize
additional – added, extra, or supplementary to what is already present or available
fret – be constantly or visibly worried or anxious
pinakbet – a Filipino dish made from mixed vegetables steamed in fish or shrimp sauce
True or False:
- Allied Botanical Corporation is a seed company who decided to build their main research station in Tayug.
- Allied Botanical Corporation and Tayug farmers didn’t undergo a series of training programs and exchange of technology.
- The local farmers learned to embrace new crops and ways of growing the seeds.
- Posts on social media about the Sunflower maze reached many Filipinos in the country.
- There are about 3,000 visitors in the sunflower maze in a day.
Express your opinion:
- Would you rather grow flowers or vegetables in your garden? Why?
- What do you think about think Japanese Zen gardens?
- Do you think it’s possible for city people to have a small “garden” on the balcony of their apartments?
- If the world runs out of food, do you think individual gardens could provide enough food for people to eat?
- If you had a big garden, do you think you could make enough money to live by selling everything you grow? Why or why not?
Defend your argument:
- “A life without dreams is like a garden without flowers.” -Anonymous
- “Gardens and flowers have a way of bringing people together, drawing them from their homes.” -Clare Ansberry
- “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” -Audrey Hepburn