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Highlights
DA-RFO2, ATI-RTC 02, DA-PCC prep Cagayanos youth for AI
The DA-Philippine Carabao Center at Cagayan State University (DA-PCC at CSU) attended the inception meeting of the Youth for Artificial Insemination (AI) Training implemented by the DA-Regional Field Office 02 (DA-RF02) in collaboration with the DA-Agricultural Training Institute Regional Training Center 02 (ATI-RTC 02) and DA-PCC, held on May 27, 2025 at Southern Cagayan Research Center-Annex, Maguirig Solana, Cagayan.
Young couple scores big firsts with ‘Big Momma’
Young couple Allen Paul Santos, 23, and Mikee Anne Castañeda, 23, of San Francisco, Tarlac City, each had to live a life of hard work and perseverance until they met each other and decided to embark
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Dream big, start small: A story of young dairy farmer in Pampanga
Rabbi D. Manlapaz is an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) who works as a medical technician in New Zealand, and his sister, Camille D. Manlapaz was given the chance to travel to Europe.
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.
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).
Industry Facts
2.65 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)
40,718
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.
11,022,046
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)
273,271
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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