The DA-Philippine Carabao Center at Mariano Marcos State University (DA-PCC at MMSU) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Ilocos Norte signed an agreement on February 14, 2025, for a shared service facility on the buffalo milk development project to boost the production, processing, and marketing of buffalo milk.
Amelia E. Galvez, provincial director of DTI Ilocos Norte, shared that the project will provide essential support, including machinery for milk processing, packaging, and storage.
Joel F. Cabading, OIC-center director of DA-PCC at MMSU, underscored that this agreement could further help farmers to produce dairy products because of the convenience these machines give and also can foster sustainable production, given that dairy products are highly in demand in the local market.
This partnership underscores DTI and DA-PCC at MMSU’s commitment to fostering inclusive growth, especially for carabao raisers and small-scale dairy producers.
DTI Ilocos Norte has provided equipment including two milking machines, two chest freezers, one upright refrigerator, and two stamping sealers.
DTI Ilocos Norte emphasized the role of collaborative projects in transforming the agricultural sector. This initiative is expected to strengthen the carabao milk value chain and benefit farmers, entrepreneurs, and the wider community.
