Arya Sta. Maria Dairy SLP Association recently leveled up its knowledge and skills in forage production and conservation management in preparation for the additional buffaloes that will be entrusted by the local government unit of Sta. Maria, Pangasinan, and DA-Philippine Carabao Center at DMMMSU.
The forage production and conservation management training was provided in response to the carapreneurs’ request, which aims to educate them on the importance of proper nutrition for the overall health and productivity of the buffaloes.
The training took place at the association’s communal farm in San Particio, Sta. Maria, Pangasinan, on February 26, 2025.
“Forage production plays a vital role in buffalo production and management, as animal nutrition and health are directly connected to the overall productivity of the buffaloes,” said Vienna Kristel Grospe, forage Coordinator of DA-PCC at DMMMSU, who led the said training.
Forage conservation enables farmers to store feed for their animals during times when feed resources are limited. Additionally, it allows for the enhancement of the nutritional value of feed resources, such as rice straw and forages, by transforming them into improved rice straw and silage.
The training included discussions on feed resources, pasture management, and forage conservation techniques. To help farmers integrate their knowledge with their skills, the DA-PCC at DMMMSU also conducted hands-on demonstrations on how to make corn silage, enhanced rice straw, and urea molasses mineral block.
