The Department of Agriculture-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) marked another milestone with the inauguration of the 48th Dairy Box store in the country during a turnover ceremony held on December 19, 2024, in Barangay Pajo, Tabuelan, Cebu. The newly established Dairy Box-Tabuelan is the fourth in Cebu and the first to be managed by the First […]
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Nueva Ecija unveils 2nd Dairy Box
The Department of Agriculture-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) inaugurated the second Dairy Box in Nueva Ecija and the ninth in Region 3 during a turnover and blessing ceremony held on December 20, 2024.The facility, located in Bantug, Science City of Muñoz, was turned over to the Catalanacan Multi-Purpose Cooperative (CAMPC). In her welcome remarks, Estella Valiente, […]
8th Dairy Box in Region III now open to public
The DA-Philippine Carabao Center at Central Luzon State University (DA-PCC at CLSU) successfully conducted a turnover ceremony and blessing of the Dairy Box for the Lubao Farmers’ and Fisherfolk Cooperative in Brgy. Sto. Tomas, Lubao, Pampanga on December 12, 2024. Lubao Mayor Esmeralda Pineda commended the simple packaging of the products and the freshness and […]
DA-PCC, ACPC create TWG for agri-value chain financing
The DA-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) and the Agricultural Credit Policy Council (ACPC) established a Technical Working Group (TWG) that will oversee the Agri-Value Chain Financing (AVCF) under the Agri-Negosyo Loan Program. This initiative is designed to support carabao and carabao-based enterprises (CBEs) by facilitating the verification, assessment, and approval of loans aimed at fostering sustainable […]
DA-PCC’s Cryobank Section Head honored as ‘Face of Biotechnology’ awardee
Dr. Lilian P. Villamor, senior science research specialist and head of the DA-PCC’s Cryobank Section under the Research and Development Division, has been recognized as one of the eight awardees in the 9th Filipino Faces of Biotechnology. Dr. Villamor was conferred the title of “Outstanding Leader in Livestock Biotechnology Advancing Genetic Conservation and Cryopreservation for […]
Mika Krem reopens, labeled as DOT-accredited tourism spot
After 10 months of renovation, Milka Krem in the Science City of Muñoz officially relaunched its newly refurbished store today, December 2, with a quality seal from the Department of Tourism (DOT), further cementing its status as a must-visit destination for locals and tourists alike. Known for its tagline “Fresh & Natural,” the revamped Milka […]
DA-PCC marks milestone carabao dev’t project in home of the ‘Hundred Islands’
The Alaminos City Carabao Raisers Association (ACCRA) of San Roque, Alaminos City, Pangasinan, received 25 head of dairy carabaos under the Carabao-based Business Improvement Network (CBIN) program on November 27, 2024. City Mayor Arth Bryan Celeste expressed his gratitude that their city was chosen as the recipient of the program. The mayor noted that carapreneurship, […]
DA-PCC’s Cara Cuero unveils latest collection, advocates local craftsmanship
A fresh collection of Cara Cuero debuted on the runway of the fashion event titled “Fashion Evolved: Empowering Voices, Opening Lives, and Valuing Everyone’s Diversity,” held at FPJ Hall, CLSU, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija on November 25, 2024. The Cara Cuero brand, known for its genuine carabao leather products, which were introduced by […]
DA-PCC CBED coordinators recognized as outstanding gov’t workers in CSC Regional Awards
In a proud #TatakPCC moment, two of DA-Philippine Carabao Center’s Carabao-Based Enterprise Development (CBED) coordinators were recognized as recipients of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) Pagasa Award during the 2024 Search for Outstanding Government Employees Regional Honor Awards Program (HAP) for the National Capital Region. Fe Emelda C. Academia, senior science research specialist of the […]