Dignitaries pose with the members of the Dairy Confederation of the Philippines

April to June 2018

21st Dairy Congress and Exposition kicks off in Bohol Continuing its mission

to promote and expand the dairy sector, the Dairy Confederation of the Philippines (DairyCon) held its 21st Dairy Congress and Expo (DairyConEx) on May 23-25, 2018 at the Bohol Cultural and Convention Center, Tagbilaran City, Bohol.

With the theme “Moving Towards Milk Self-Sufficiency”, the three-day congress aimed to provide a platform for the dairy farmers to create synergy, expand networks and share knowledge on the strategies, best practices and latest technologies that would allow them to boost their milk production.

NDA Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale delivers her message during the opening ceremony of the 21st Dairy Congress and Expo

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What’s inside?

• Ilocos Sur Dairy Fair page3• 2018 World Milk Day page7• World Day Against Child

Labor page9• Dairy Recipes and more!

Editorial Staff

Marilo M. Pakaew Editor-in-Chief

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Delegates visit the booth of the National Dairy Authority at the congress

Dignitaries at the DairyConEx were Bohol Governor Edgar M. Chatto, DairyCon National Chairman Isidro V. Albano, National Dairy Authority (NDA) Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale, Philippine Carabao Center (PCC) Director Arnel N. del Barrio, Senator Cynthia Villar’s Chief of Staff Atty. Reggie Tamaña, Ambassador of Israel to the Philippines Effie Ben Matityau, and Embassy of Canada Trade Commissioner Angel Cachuela.

A series of insightful lectures and presentations was provided during the congress focusing on relevant topics such as dairy animal production, forage and pasture development, feeds and feeds management, dairy farm mechanization, dairy development researches, marketing of milk and milk products, and financing programs for the dairy farmers.

The event also featured exhibits joined by government agencies and private companies which showcased a selection of their latest products, services, innovations and technology in dairy farming. On the last day of the congress, the delegates went on an educational tour at the Ubay Bohol Stock Farm.

Over 600 delegates composed of dairy farmers, government extension and financing institutions, private investors, the academe, commercial processors and different stakeholders from all over the country participated in this year’s DairyConEx.

The event was made possible with the help of several agencies namely the Department of Agriculture (DA), NDA, PCC, Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Council of Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRDD), Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP), Universal Harvester Dairy Farm Inc.(UHDFI), Promat Canada, Aces Credit Cooperative Development, Inc. (ACDI) and VITARICH. ≡

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NDA, I locos Sur First Dis tr ic t partner for dairy development

Recognizing the potentials of the province of Ilocos Sur as a dairy zone, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) and the Office of Congressman of the 1st District of Ilocos Sur joined forces to promote and boost the dairy industry in the province.

To formally introduce the ongoing dairy development efforts in the area, stakeholders were convened to take part in the first Ilocos Sur Dairy Fair held on April 26, 2018 at the NSCC Plaza and Convention Center, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur.

Dr. Joey Warren A. Bragado, Provincial Veterinarian of Ilocos Sur, welcomed the participants

of the event. In his message, he highlighted their vision and the recent developments made for the province’s dairy industry.

“We hope that through this dairy fair, we can get inspiration from NDA as we

aim to boost the dairy industry in Ilocos Sur. At present, our country imports more than ninety percent of its milk requirements and we envision our province to be one of the contributors in milk production in the future. Although we are

NDA Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale delivers her message during the Ilocos Sur Dairy Fair

NDA Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale and Ilocos Sur 1st District Representative Deogracias Victor B. Savellanolead the ceremonial milk toast during the Ilocos Sur Dairy Fair

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From left to right: Ms. Jaclyn dela Cruz, dairy farmer at GK Jack Farm and member of Sta. Maria Dairy (A division of Catmon MPC, Sta. Maria, Bulacan); Mr. Luisito dela Rosa, Business Manager of Catmon MPC, Sta. Maria Bulacan; and Mr. Virgilio Joaquin, dairy farmer and farmer

teacher at Joaquin Dairy Farm

still in the initial stage of dairy development, we are glad to have established the Ilocos Sur Dairy Fair and Processing Center through the initiative of Governor Ryan Singson. The aim of the project is to address malnutrition cases in Ilocos Sur and we hope that other Local Chief Executives (LCEs) would also adopt and duplicate the project so we can altogether attain our vision for the dairy industry in our province.”

NDA Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale provided an overview of the NDA. She mentioned that, as an attached agency of the Department of Agriculture (DA), the NDA was created by the National Dairy Development Act of 1995 (Republic Act 7884) to ensure the accelerated

development of the Philippine dairy industry.

Highlighting the NDA’s vision and mission she said “In a nutshell, what do we want to attain and do as an agency? First, we want to increase the number of our dairy animals - be it goat, carabaos or cow. Second, we aim to increase our local milk production. Third and equally important, we want to increase the income of our farmers.”

She also shared about the essential ingredients that the farmers need to achieve success in dairy.

“Dairying is a 365-day undertaking. Without hard work, perseverance, unity and

cooperation, we cannot move forward,” she said.

Also gracing the event was Ilocos Sur 1st District Representative Deogracias Victor B. Savellano. In his message, he underscored the importance of having a program in place that could significantly increase local milk production and reduce dependency on importation. He noted that at present, the country’s dairy sector only meets one percent of the milk demand and imports 99 percent of it. Thus, he enjoined the participants, with the assistance from the NDA, to take part in making the necessary actions that would help address the issue in support of the development of the local dairy industry.

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Meet the new young dairy farmers of Visayas

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Young farmer Jet Serafica at his dairy farm

Addressing the farmers he said, “Let us unite our efforts to come up with a dairy program that will be beneficial to our province and district. We can start by preparing your existing animals so the same can be used in producing milk for your children and for our dairy industry. You can be sure that your representative in the first district will work hand-in-hand with the NDA to boost the dairy industry in our district.”

Meanwhile, to inspire the participants of the fair, the NDA has also invited progressive dairy farmers from the North Luzon region to share about their success stories in dairy. They are: Ms. Jaclyn dela Cruz, dairy farmer at GK Jack Farm and member of Sta. Maria Dairy (A division of Catmon MPC, Sta. Maria, Bulacan); Mr. Luisito dela Rosa, Business Manager of Catmon MPC, Sta. Maria Bulacan; and Mr. Virgilio Joaquin, dairy farmer and farmer teacher at Joaquin Dairy Farm.

Presently, there is an ongoing evaluation of project sites in the province conducted by the NDA North Luzon Department. Upgrading of the farmers’ existing animals and orientations for LGU technicians and cooperative development technicians shall also commence soon. ≡

Thomas Gerard Serafica of Ormoc City, and Kurt Bayliss Razo of Ubay, Bohol are the newest dairy farmers of the Visayas region. Both are in their late twenties and have turned their backs on many other opportunities just to go into dairy farming as their main source of livelihood.

Thomas Serafica, or Jet as he is known to friends, graduated in 2012 with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration from the University of San Carlos. He also took up Culinary Arts at the American International and Culinary Institute and gained a National Certificate II in Slaughterhouse Operations. Jet wanted to work abroad, following his on-the-job training in Marriot Ocean Watch in South Carolina, where he was paid $11 an hour. However, typhoon Yolanda turned his plans upside down.

As he actually loves horses and doesn’t like office work that much, he decided to extend his love to dairy cows. After inquiring at the National Dairy Authority (NDA), he started with four milking cows and plans to add six more. He has already planted three hectares of forage area and manages to harvest 6-7 liters per cow. Jet now processes and markets his own milk and recently started processing cheese.

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Ms. Evangeline Novela, one of the National Dairy Authority (NDA) assisted dairy farmers and a member of Cadalian Dairy Farmers Cooperative, was recognized by the Department of Agriculture as the 2018 Outstanding Rural Woman in Region XI. The award was given during the Gawad Saka awarding ceremony held on May 31, 2018 at Grand Regal Hotel, Lanang, Davao City.

Members of the validation team for the said category were Department of Agriculture (DA)-Region XI, Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), Bureau of Soils – Integrated Lab Division, Phil FIDA, and Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA)– Regulatory Division.

Aside from a plaque of recognition, Ms. Novela also received P30, 000 cash prize. She will also be representing her region for the National Search for Outstanding Rural Women. ≡

Ms. Evangeline Novela, 2018 Outstanding Rural Woman in Region XI

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By Raylyn S. Sanchez

Woman Dairy Farmer is 2018 DA-RFO 11’s Outstanding

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Young farmer Kurt Bayliss Razo at his dairy farm

Young farmers: Jet Serafica and Kurt Bayliss Raso

Another young farmer is Kurt Bayliss Razo,

from Ubay, Bohol. Kurt used to work in the local government unit of Ubay. After hearing about the dairy project of the NDA, Kurt decided to leave his office work and go full time into dairy farming. He now has five dairy cows on the milk line producing 8 liters a day. Having a very entrepreneurial spirit, Kurt also decided to process and market his own milk, as duly assisted by the NDA.

While these young men have gone ahead by leaps and bounds, there is still so much to do for them; so much to improve and learn. As the NDA orients hundreds of potential farmers year after year, the critical ingredient for some people, as entrepreneur Nolan Bushnell shares, is the initiative to really get up and do something. There may be a lot of people who have plans and ideas, but there are a few who decide to do something about them now. Jet and Kurt are reminders that the true entrepreneurs are doers, not dreamers. ≡

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NDA Celebrates World Milk Day

Taking part in the worldwide celebration of the World Milk Day, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) held a milk sampling activity on June 1, 2018 at Rizal Park, Manila in its aim to raise awareness of the dairy sector and to recognize the importance of milk as a global food. Aside from free choco milk, NDA representatives also distributed information materials to promote the programs and services offered by the agency.

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Children enjoy fresh choco milk during the milk sampling activity conducted by the NDA central office in celebration of the World Milk Day at Rizal Park, Manila

Northern Mindanao Department staff distribute free milk and snack packs to the participants of the World Milk Day held at Lumbia Central School (LCS), Cagayan de Oro City.

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Simultaneous celebrations spearheaded by the NDA Regional Departments also took place in the provinces of Bulacan, Cebu, Cagayan de Oro and Davao.

The World Milk Day has been an official occasion since 2001, when the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) set the first of June to celebrate the importance of milk as global food and to recognize the vital contribution of the dairy sector to economic growth, livelihoods and nutrition. Since then, it has become a yearly event being participated by many countries throughout the world. ≡

Children delight in fresh choco milk provided by the Visayas Department during the celebration of the World Milk Day at Cebu International Convention Center

Southern Mindanao department leads the Milk Toast at Lamlifew Integrated School, Malungon, Sarangani Province in celebration of the World Milk Day.

North Luzon Department staff facilitate the Milk Feeding activity held at Loma de Gato , Marilao, Bulacan

In support of the World Day Against Child Labor and as an adjunct to the World Milk Day Celebration, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) joined forces with the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) and the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) on June 23, 2018 at San Andres Sports Complex in San Andres, Malate, Manila.

With the theme: “Ligtas sa

Paggawa, Malusog na Batang Malaya, #GenerationSafeAnd Healthy”, the program opened with a zumba dance participated in by the children under the care of DSWD. A special performance: Awit para Isang Milyong Batang Malaya was rendered by the children.

As the morning activity progressed, an Orientation on Safety and Emergency was tackled. To formally open the program, DOLE Undersecretary Joel Maglunsod gave the opening remarks. Video messages from Director Khalid Hassan of the international Labour Organization and Atty. Sonny Matula of the Federation of Free Workers were also shown.

A former child laborer and a youth advocate discussed the nuances of child labor and how this can be prevented.

DSWD Undersecretary Franciso Domagoso, better known as Isko Moreno, teen throb of the 90’s, underscored the importance of having an

World day against child labor

education to improve one’s lot and to have better chances in life. He shared his experiences as a young “basurero” in order to earn money. Gifted with good looks, he entered show business to earn more money. However, he advised the young children not to follow what he has gone through. He encouraged the children to go

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to school and study hard. With a good education, one

will have better opportunities and the chance to improve one’s life. To cap his speech, he engaged the children with a story telling of “Si Elena at ang kanyang mga pangarap” Storybook, to the children’s delight.

A young girl gladly accepts bottles of fresh choco milk for her and her friends

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NDA Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale shared about how it is to have a big family and how some children are made to work just so they could help augment the family income. She emphasized that having many children does not answer the family’s capacity to earn. Instead, getting a good education can pave the way for a better future.

In the course of the program, NDA distributed free chocolate milk to the children and parents alike. The children and the audience enjoyed drinking fresh chocolate milk produced by our very own dairy farmers based in Batangas.≡ NDA Administrator Marilyn B. Mabale shares her story to the participants

Children enjoys their fresh choco milk while lining up for some snacks

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Along its efforts to expand the local dairy industry, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) also aims to strengthen its workforce to ensure that the growing needs of the local dairy farmers and stakeholders are being met effectively and efficiently.

Thus, in June 2018, the NDA partnered with the Dairy Training and Research Institute (DTRI) through the University of the Philippines Los Baños Foundation Inc. (UPLBFI) in designing and implementing a training program aimed at enhancing the knowledge, attitudes and skills of its employees. The training program is divided into four parts:

● Part 1 - Refresher Course on Dairy Cattle Management with modules on Animal Health and Reproduction (7 days) and Animal Nutrition and Forage Production (7 days);

● Part 2 - Course on “Integrated Dairy Management” covering topics on production, processing, marketing, finance, organizational development, and extension (8 days);

● Part 3 – Course on Control Systems in Dairy Enterprise with modules on Dairy Farm and Plant Operations and Record Keeping (8 days) and Understanding Financial Statements (5 days); and

● Part 4 – Course on Effective Communication in Delivering Extension Services (7days).

At present, there were two groups, comprised of about 15 employees each, who have undergone the first part of the training program. The first group has completed the module on Animal Health and Reproduction on June 18-24, 2018 while the other group has finished the module on Animal Nutrition and Forage Production on June 26-July 2, 2018.

The next series of trainings are scheduled in the coming months until March 20, 2019. ≡

NDA strives for stronger workforce

Dairy Training and Research Institute Director Amado A. Angeles welcomes participants to the week-long training

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Milko Jell (Milk Flan)

Ingredients: 2 liters raw milk2 tbsp gulaman powder2 cups white sugar1 tsp vanillayellow food color

Procedure:

1. Mix gulaman powder and white sugar. Set aside.

2. Heat the milk for 5 minutes. 3. Slowly add the dry ingredients with

continuous stirring. 4. Add yellow food color and vanilla as it

thickens.5. Pour into plastic cups or moulds.6. Prepare the sugar syrup:

1 ½ cup white sugar 1 cup water Yellow food color

7. Put 1 tbsp of sugar syrup on top of milk custard.

8. Chill and serve.

Milk Bars

Ingredients: 800ml raw milk90g sugar 8g cocoa0.5g stabilizer100ml water

Procedure:

1. Mix dry ingredients. After mixing, add water and then set aside.

2. Heat the milk at 50°C, add syrup and continue heating until 85°C.

3. Cool immediately using ice bath. 4. Pack and serve.

*Note: You can replace the flavours using the same formula if you want variations.