Ilocos Province to boost dairy production with new herd of buffaloes
The province of Ilocos is set to experience a significant increase in genetically improved calves and fresh buffalo milk production, following the turnover of 100 crossbred female buffaloes to the Nueva Segovia Consortium of Cooperatives (NSCC) under a Buffalo Agistment Service Agreement. The initial turnover was held, today, June 5, at the NSCC Farmville in […]
DA-PCCs services, best practices highlighted at PH Expo 2024
The DA-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC), along with nine other agencies under the Department of Agriculture (DA), showcased their programs and services during the three-day Philippine Livestock and Aquaculture Expo 2024 held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Under the theme Harnessing Innovation and Technology for Sustainable Farm Development, DA-PCC exhibited innovations for development […]
TRLAFCO emerges as Outstanding Livestock Cooperative at Livestock and Aquaculture PH Expo
The Rosario Livestock and Agriculture Farming Cooperative (TRLAFCO), one of the assisted co-ops of the DA-Philippine Carabao Center at the University of the Philippines Los Baños (DA-PCC at UPLB), was honored with the Outstanding Livestock Cooperative award for its prowess and exceptional contributions to the local agriculture industry at the Livestock and Aquaculture Philippines Expo […]
DA-PCCs researcher honored with Prof. Yoo Hang Kim Young Women Scientists Award-2024
PCCean researcher Dr. Lilian P. Villamor showcases the essence of tatak PCC on the international science stage by earning the esteemed Prof. Yoo Hang Kim Young Women Scientists Award-2024 from the Association of the Academies and Societies of Sciences in Asia (AASSA). AASSA is a non-profit international organization with interests in science, technology, and innovation […]
Govt agencies collab on carabao livelihood project to combat poverty, hunger
Various government agencies have converged to implement the Gatasang Kalabaw Kontra Kagutuman at Kahirapan (GK3K) project, leveraging the carabaos role in sustaining livelihoods. The project aligns with President Ferdinand Bong-Bong Marcos Jr.s commitment to achieving sustainable development goals focused on ending poverty and achieving zero hunger. The initiative was officially launched at the grand opening […]
N.E. farmers train on basic buffalo management
Fifteen carabao farmers from Bongabon, Nueva Ecija were capacitated in various aspects of buffalo management after a three-day training held at the Bongabon Session Hall from April 23-25. The training kicked off with an introduction to breeds, breeding, and reproduction management discussed by Genaro Candelaria, project development officer of National Dairy Business Hub (NDBH). Candelaria […]
Cotabato Province to boost cara-indusry, models sustainable carapreneurship in Central Mindanao
The Cotabato Provincial Ordinance No. 684, also known as the Enhanced Carabao Propagation and Promotion Ordinance, has been enacted to bolster the local agricultural sector and uplift the livelihood of farmers. This legislation aims to revitalize carabao farming, enhance productivity, and foster sustainable practices focusing on the preservation and promotion of carabao farming as a […]
DA Asec for Ruminants eyes privately-led livestock breeding boost
Department of Agriculture Assistant Secretary for Ruminants Dr. Benjamin Albarece aims to promote the establishment of privately-led breeders for each livestock commodity to support the countrys upgrading activities for rapid population growth and enhanced productivity. He revealed this during a brief consultative meeting with the National Dairy Authority (NDA), DA-7 Ubay Stock Farm, and DA-PCC […]
Sen. Villar envisions better lives for farmers thru ALAB Karbawan project
Senator Cynthia Villar, chair of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Food, and Agrarian Reform, emphasized the importance of education and skill development in achieving economic upliftment for farmers through farm schools. We carry the values of perseverance and diligence so we can provide a better future for the Filipino people, she averred at the opening […]
Bohol co-ops recognized for successful implementation of World Bank-funded project
The Bohol Dairy Cooperative (BODACO) and the First Consolidated Cooperative Along Tañon Seaboards (FCCT), cooperatives assisted by the DA-Philippine Carabao Center at Ubay Stock Farm (DA-PCC at USF), received commendation for effectively implementing the Enterprise Development (I-REAP) project funded by the World Bank through the DA-Philippine Rural Development Project (DA-PRDP). DA-PRDP and World Bank officials […]