Summary : This publication attempts to examine the impacts of trade liberalization on local initiatives of small-scale, rural farm households in the Philippines. Twenty papers related to policy, sustainable agriculture initiatives, sustaining strategies, diversification of farms, land tenure, agricultural trade, commodity liberalization, vegetable production and marketing, access to market, and combating poverty were prepared. These case studies document the experiences at the household level where manifestations of trade liberalization have been felt. The organizers hope that the publication will increase awareness among stakeholders, and will develop a greater social responsibility and accountability among policy makers, development workers, and practitioners.