In today’s world, one of the bases of economic development is the presence of

technology. However, not all communities and groups can have an access to the
different technologies created by man. And one of these groups is the Aetas of Northern
Philippines. Some economic activities of Aeta Community are:
1. Foraging.
2. Livestock.
3. Poultry Production.
4. Making and selling brooms.
5. Farming and Agriculture.

The Aetas have practiced slash and burn agriculture (kaingin or gasak) for many
generations. Produce is mainly root crops (mostly sweet potatoes or kamote), bananas,
and a variety of vegetables. Rice is not planted extensively and is usually bought to
supplement their insufficient stores. Planting starts in May when the rains come. The
vegetable harvest takes place after four to five months; the harvest of rice four months
later. The bounty of produce depends on adequate rain since there is no irrigation
system, and on vigilant protection from rats and other wild animals. With better tools,
rice stock, and field management, lowlanders have managed to plant and harvest two to
three rice crops a year. The Aetas barely manage one crop per year.

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/
319544217_The_Economic_Life_of_Aetas_of_Northern_Philippinesse groups is the Aetas of
Northern Philippines.

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