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Ma. Teresa B. Lirag

Publications (9)

Market Landscape and Digital Presence of Cacao-based Products in Bicol Region, Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag & Ramona Isabel S. Ramirez · Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting · 2024

The Philippines stands as one of the world's emerging players in the cacao industry with its potential to contribute substantial impact in the global cacao market. A research study was conducted to determine the market landscape and marketing strategies conducted by cacao farmers...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajeba/2024/v24i111550

Setting the Sweet Spot: Price Determination for Local Chocolates in the Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag & Ramona Isabel S. Ramirez · Journal of Economics, Management and Trade · 2024

A research study was conducted to assess the price sensitivity and determine the optimal pricing strategy of locally produced chocolate in Bicol region, Philippines. Selected respondents were interviewed composed of cacao farmers, processors/entrepreneurs and chocolate consumers...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jemt/2024/v30i41204

Navigating the Realm of Product Promotion for Local Chocolates

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag, Edmundo B. Casaul Jr. & Ramona Isabel S. Ramirez · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2023

The Philippines is starting to have strong gains in the chocolate confectionery with the steady increase in demand for local chocolates. A study was conducted to determine the promotional media preference and strategies for creating awareness of the local chocolate developed by t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2023/v9i4245

Demographic Evaluation of Pili Farmers and Their Production Capacity in Bicol Region, Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag, Vladimir R. Foronda, Aries O. Ativo & Marissa N. Estrella · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2023

Philippines is known for the vast plantation and seat of one of the most valued crops, the Pili nut. A study was conducted to determine the demographics of 192 Pili farmers and their production capacity from selected provinces of Bicol region, Philippines. Purposive sampling tech...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajaees/2023/v41i11826

Probing Small and Medium Enterprise’ (SMEs) Uptake on Ecommerce in Camarines Sur, Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag · Asian Journal of Economics, Business and Accounting · 2022

A study was conducted to identify the extent of use of ecommerce in the product promotion of SMEs, determine the factors affecting the ecommerce uptake of SMEs and recommend strategies to enhance product promotion through ecommerce in Camarines Sur, Philippines. Ninety-six SMEs w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajeba/2022/v22i630568

Cost and Return Analysis of Small-scale Cacao (Theobroma cacao) Production in Camarines Sur, Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2021

The presence of cacao industry plays a critical role in the economic development of a country. A study was conducted to determine the cost, return and added value along the value chain stages of cacao in Camarines Sur, Philippines. Sixty-eight farmers served as respondents using...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jaeri/2021/v22i130178

Research and Development Trends and Information Needs in Organic Agriculture in Bicol Region, Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag & Georgina J. Bordado · Asian Research Journal of Agriculture · 2017

The platform for organic agriculture (OA) implementation has great potentials in the Philippines. Various researches on OA had been conducted because organic crops are one of the most important needs of Filipinos. A study was conducted to determine the status and trend of the org...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ARJA/2016/30406

Farmers’ Knowledge and Awareness on Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) in Camarines Sur, Philippines

Ma. Teresa B. Lirag · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2016

Aim: Filipino farmers need a crop which provides affordability and food security at the same time. Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) is a valuable crop with quality protein which can be grown successfully in the Philippines. It is ideal for home gardening, can generate additional income,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAERI/2016/27072

The Entrepreneurial Mindset: Views and Perspectives of Cacao Entrepreneurs on Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Bicol Region, Philippines

Ramona Isabel S. Ramirez & Ma. Teresa B. Lirag · South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics · 2024

Innovation and entrepreneurship are fundamental drivers of economic growth. Oftentimes, sustainable development is equated with these two indices where untapped potential and emerging industries are available that present countless opportunities for the people. A research study w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i12920