Month: February 2024

The DA-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) recently organized a Business Talk (BizTalk) for its assisted cooperatives managing Dairy Boxes and Processing and Marketing Outlets, aiming to help them maximize the potential of their carabao-based businesses for increased profitability.
The learning event, held from January 15 to 19, aimed to foster knowledge-sharing by providing insights into various aspects of business literacy and marketing strategies in the dairy value chain.

Representatives from 56 DA-PCC-assisted cooperatives nationwide participated in the activity, geared towards enhancing their ability to make rational financial and investment decisions for sustainable business growth.

During the event, participants had the opportunity to learn and understand the fundamentals of business, including its nature, objectives, and general role. Additionally, strategies for asset management, such as cash handling, accounts receivable tracking, and inventory management, were discussed in detail to equip them with practical skills for effective business operations.

Participants also learned to measure the financial performance of their businesses using metrics such as Return on Investment (ROI) and other key parameters, as well as calculate the breakeven point. Moreover, they gained knowledge and techniques related to product costing and pricing, enabling them to navigate these critical aspects of their operations with confidence.

The activity was organized by DA-PCC’s Monitoring and Business Planning Support Section under its Planning and Information Management Division.

Most recent AI and PD training graduates in Luzon, equipped to support DA-PCC’s Carabao Development Program (CDP), took on the challenge of enhancing buffalo production in the Philippines. The second batch completed a 31-day basic training course in Artificial Insemination (AI) and Pregnancy Diagnosis (PD) for water buffaloes at DA-PCC National Bull Farm in Brgy. Joson, Carranglan, Nueva Ecija, from November 13 to December 13, 2023.

This initiative included 15 Luzon participants, representing entities like the Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO), Local Government Unit (LGU), future Village-Based Artificial Insemination Technicians (VBAIT), and DA-Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) Staff under the Dairy Herd Buildup (DHBP) project.

Beyond technical training, participants honed critical thinking, interpersonal skills, field attitude, and demonstrated companionship, emphasizing the holistic approach to their roles.

Erwin Encarnacion, Science Research Specialist II and regional AI coordinator, highlighted the significance of attitude in fostering success, relationships, and overall well-being. He urged participants to self-evaluate, emphasizing that skills can be learned, but attitudes take time to develop.
Dr. Luise Sudla, city veterinarian of Gapan City, who ranked 1st among the trainees, acknowledged the challenges faced during the training and emphasized the importance of attitude, compassion, and sharing best practices. He committed to applying these skills to benefit their constituents.

Dr. Ericson N. Dela Cruz, DA-PCC at CLSU Center Director, expressed pride in shaping skilled AI technicians, noting the high levels of trust among the recently trained technicians and their readiness for field performance.
Dr. Edgar A. Orden, CLSU President, congratulates and extends his support in all initiatives on new knowledge and technologies for societal development.

The DA-PCC’s commitment to increasing buffalo production includes initiatives such as artificial insemination, contributing to the Philippines’ sustainable development. The DA-PCC National Bull Farm serves as a training center, upskilling individuals nationwide in programs like AI, pregnancy diagnosis, bull management, and reproductive management to fulfill the agency’s mission, vision, and mandate.