PCC conducts R&D in-house review
True to its mandate as a premier research institution for livestock biotechnology, the Philippine Carabao Center showcases the results of its efforts on research and development (R&D) in this year’s PCC R&D in-house review from May 29 to 30. Focusing on the thematic areas on genetic improvement, animal health and nutrition, reproductive biotechnology, and socio-economic […]
Bull recipients undergo training at PCC
Farmer-trustees under the bull loan program of the Philippine Carabao Center in the National Impact Zone (NIZ) are now equipped with necessary skills and knowledge to properly manage the bulls that were entrusted to them. A first on NIZ, a bull management training was conducted to capacitate bull handlers on proper management and care of […]
PCC participates in World Buffalo Congress 2013
Dr. Flocerfida Aquino of the PCC Reproductive Biotechnology Unit receives a certificate of recognition from the organizers of this year’s WBC and ABC for winning 4th place for her poster entry on “In Vitro Embryo Production and Transfer of Bubaline Embryos Using Oocytes Derived from Transvaginal Ultrasound-Guided Follicular Aspiration.” [Photo by EPPalacpac] The PCC […]
Scientists, key industry players in buffalo development gatherfor the 10th WBC and 7th ABC in Thailand
All for the cause of water buffalo development, livestock scientists and other stakeholders in the buffalo industry across the world have gathered to discuss and exchange scientific knowledge on improving the buffalo for a myriad of economic and social benefits. With over 500 participants from 35 cooperating countries from across the globe, the 10th World […]
Early detection of hardware disease thru ultrasonographycan mitigate mortality in ruminants
Hardware disease (traumatic reticulitis) can now be properly addressed by PCC veterinarians and farm managers because of their additional technical know-how in using ultrasound technology. Dr. Nancy S. Abes, PCC’s Animal Health Coordinator, said hardware disease is the second leading cause of mortality, next to fascioliasis, among buffaloes and its early detection can mitigate occurrence […]