South Cotabato dairy farmers undergo social prep training

Dairy farmer-trustees of two South Cotabato-based associations underwent social preparation training (SPT) on May 19-22 to further strengthen their readiness and capacity for engagement in their respective groups.   The training, which was requested by the Center Director Benjamin John Basilio of Philippine Carabao Center at University of Southern Mindanao (PCC at USM), is a […]


Dairying helps in increasing farm income, reducing rural poverty – Sen. Villar

The dairy industry plays an important role in the agricultural sector in its quest for food security and self-sufficiency as well as securing stability and improved quality life for the Filipino people.   This was emphasized by Senator Cynthia A. Villar, chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food, in her keynote address during […]


“Super Napier” seen to boost local dairy production

A new hybrid “Super Napier” developed and produced in Thailand took center stage during a technical seminar held on May 6 at the national headquarters of the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) in the Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija.   Known as “Pakchong 1”, the Super Napier was developed by Dr. Krailas Kiyothong of Thailand’s […]




PCC at MMSU retains ISO certification

The Philippine Carabao Center at Mariano Marcos State University (PCC-MMSU) remains an ISO 9001:2008 compliant entity after passing the re-certification audit conducted by TUV SUD PSB Philippines on January 27.   Erveene Zoleta and Brenda Estonanto, both TUV auditors, and Jose Arceo Bautista, an industry expert, conducted the re-certification audit, which focused on the scope […]


Dairy farmers gain more know-how during PCC-organized field day

Close of 300 dairy farmers in Nueva Ecija and neighboring areas availed of yet another opportunity to acquire additional knowledge and technical know-how on various useful technologies during the Farmers’ Field Day (FFD) conducted on March 27 at the National Headquarters and Gene Pool of the Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) in the Science City of […]


PCC anniversary celebration underscores R4D

“It’s about time that research activities and technology development efforts are directed toward addressing the needs of farmers, particularly on how they can earn more and how their work can be lessened.”   This call was aired by Agriculture Secretary Proceso J. Alcala in his message delivered by Assistant Secretary for Livestock Davinio P. Catbagan […]