Research 

Philippine Reduviidae

The Reduviidae family, also known as assassin bugs, is a fascinating group of insects renowned for their terrestrial and predatory behavior. While some of these bugs have an unsettling preference for blood meals, making them potential disease vectors, they also play important roles in nature. In the Philippines, various species of assassin bugs have been documented, yet their precise status remains uncertain and warrants further investigation.

Fall armyworm in MIMAROPA region, Philippines

The corn industry in the Philippines, particularly in the provinces of Oriental and Occidental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan (MIMAROPA), has been greatly affected by the presence of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda). This lepidopteran pest has been causing significant damage to corn crops since its outbreak in 2019. Local crop protectionists have been diligently documenting their observations and field notes on the fall armyworm and studying the strategies employed by Filipino farmers to combat this destructive pest.

Biological control agents

In the Philippines, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is actively advocated by local crop protectionists and is mandated by the government under the local term "KASAKALIKASAN" or "Kasaganaan ng Sakahan at Kalikasan." This approach emphasizes the utilization of natural enemies as a primary means of controlling insect pests, giving precedence to their role over the use of pesticides.