The episode discusses the main problem faced by small family farmers in the Philippines: the lack of ownership of the land they cultivate. The program begins with the candidacy declaration of Danilo Ramos, a small family farmer and a first in Philippine politics. It then features an interview with PAKISAMA leader Ireneo Cirilla, who explains how this issue perpetuates poverty among Filipino farmers, contributing to a lack of food security and economic stability in the country. Both Cirilla and Ramos advocate for the distribution of land controlled by big businesses and landlords to small farmers.
Guests in the program:
- Danilo Ramos, Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas (Peasant Movement of the Philippines)
- Irineo Cirilla, Pambansang Kilusan ng Samahang Magsasaka (National Movement of Farmers Organizations-Asian Farmers Association)
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