In 2010, Samuel formally applied to become a member of the cooperative, believing that they could help him enhance his knowledge in caring for dairy buffaloes. “Through the initiative of the PCC to further develop carabao farming in the Philippines, I was blessed with five purebred dairy buffaloes from the PCC under a paiwi contract in the year 2012,” he said in Taglish.
Samuel Mercader's farm is home to a total of 25 purebred dairy buffaloes and five dairy cattle. Among them are one senior bull, eight pregnant cows, six lactating cows, five heifers, three female cattles, and two young bulls. Additionally, five pregnant dairy cattle from the National Dairy Authority are on the farm. With their six lactating cows, they are able to collect 25 to 30 liters of milk daily, which they sell to the cooperative at a price of 80 pesos per liter.
“Due to our dedication to caring for dairy buffaloes and with the guidance of the Lord, I was able to buy a motorcycle, a tricycle, and a vehicle,” Samuel said. “I also invested in farm machinery and agricultural land where I grow onions, napier grass, corn, and sweet potatoes, which can also serve as food for the buffaloes.”One of the practices implemented on Samuel’s farm is their buffalo breeding method. He follows a careful approach to ensure the well-being of their buffaloes.
Samuel and his family are committed to the continuous improvement and development of their farm. “We continuously develop our farm through the training sessions conducted by the PCC , which significantly enhances our knowledge in caring for buffaloes,” Samuel said.As a small farmer, Samuel recognizes the significant impact his operations have on his community, particularly in terms of providing employment opportunities.
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