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Cagayanos gear up for dairy entrepreneurship
To equip participants with practical skills in producing pasteurized milk and flavored milk through hands-on demonstrations and guided practices, the DA-Philippine Carabao Center at Cagayan State University (DA-PCC at CSU) conducted a milk processing training on May 20-21, 2025, at the DA-PCC at CSU's National Swamp Buffalo Gene Pool and Dairy Buffalo Farm, in Piat, Cagayan.
DA-PCC joins DA’s push for livestock innovation ahead of Livestock PH Expo 2025
The DA-Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) joined national livestock agencies in presenting key initiatives and recovery efforts during a press conference held on May 14, 2025, ahead of the Livestock and Aquaculture Philippines 2025 trade event. Representing the DA-PCC was Dr. Eric Palacpac, OIC Chief of the Research and Development Division, who reaffirmed the agency’s expanding role in addressing national livestock challenges.
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New Dairy Safety Officers set to boost safety compliance along dairy value chain
Newly trained Dairy Safety Officers are poised to make their contributions in improving compliance with safety standards throughout the dairy value chain after participating in a two-day training conducted by the DA-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) in partnership with the DA-National Dairy Authority (DA-NDA) on May 13-14, 2025.
DA-PCC holds Post-Mother's Day wellness event
The Department of Agriculture-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) organized a wellness activity for PCCean mothers and mothers-to-be as appreciation for their invaluable roles both at home and in the workplace, providing them a time to take a break and relax while feeling valued for their dedication and hard work.
Reducing embryonic loss and enhancing AI efficiency in dairy buffaloes
Embryonic loss in dairy buffaloes is a significant concern as it directly impact productivity and profitability. Local dairy farmers face the challenge of ensuring consistent and efficient reproductive success, especially when utilizing artificial insemination (AI).
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2.74 Million
Total Carabao Inventory
Total Carabao Inventory
The total carabao inventory was estimated at 2.74 million heads. This indicates a decline of 1.8 percent from its previous year’s same period count of 2.79 million heads. About 99.3 percent of the country’s carabao population came from smallhold farms, while the remaining 0.5 percent and 0.2 percent were from semi-commercial and commercial farms, respectively. (As of September 30, 2023)
36,618
Genetically Improved Calves
Genetically Improved Calves
One of the most notable accomplishments of the DA-PCC was the production of 36,618 genetically improved calves as of December 2024, achieved through artificial insemination (AI), Bull Entrustment Program (BEP), private bulls, and institutional herds. These efforts contribute to the increasing availability of high-quality buffalo genetics for milk and meat production that support sustainable livelihoods.
9,490,433
Volume of Buffalo-Derived Products Traded (kg)
Volume of Buffalo-Derived Products Traded
The total volume of buffalo-derived products traded reached an impressive 9.49 million kilograms, comprising 6,036,528 kg of milk, 361,343 kg of meat, and 3,092,562 kg of manure. This underscores the growing productivity and profitability of carabao-based enterprises, further driving economic gains for carapreneurs. (As of December 2024)
264,835
Clients Provided With Services
Clients Provided With Services
As of December 2024, the agency provided trainings to 35,471 clients, production support to 229,080 clients, and market development services to 284 organized groups, enhancing their ability to increase productivity and efficiency. All of these initiatives contribute to the agency’s broader mission of fostering inclusive and sustainable agricultural growth and development across communities.
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