Passion: The driving force behind success
To achieve these goals, farmers must continuously refine their production systems. Enrico highlights the significance of adapting to challenges, particularly in relation to adverse weather conditions. For example, in response to typhoons damaging his papaya crops, he developed a system to ensure their survival during such calamities. Similarly, he improved the resilience of honeydew melon crops by constructing sturdy plastic tunnels to protect them from heavy rainfall.
This understanding allows him to optimize production and ensure the delivery of high-quality mangoes. “Typically, our mango harvest in Zambales concludes by May 15th because that's when the rainy season begins. After that time, the quality of mangoes tends to decline in quality during the rainy season,” he explains.Producing the product alone is insufficient for sustained success. “Not only you should know how to produce, but also you should know how to sell your product.