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Global Ube Demand Soars, Straining Philippine Farmers

12/29/2025

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Story summary

Global demand for ube is rising, including in Sunnyside, Queens, and other cities, straining Philippine farmers.
The Philippines is the world's leading ube producer, growing over 14,000 tons annually.
Teresita Emilio, a farmer from Benguet, carefully harvested a small ube root to show the challenges.
The trend underscores the balance between global demand and local agricultural sustainability in the Philippines.

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Story summary

Global demand for ube is rising, including in Sunnyside, Queens, and other cities, straining Philippine farmers.
The Philippines is the world's leading ube producer, growing over 14,000 tons annually.
Teresita Emilio, a farmer from Benguet, carefully harvested a small ube root to show the challenges.
The trend underscores the balance between global demand and local agricultural sustainability in the Philippines.