The training was conducted on December 5, 2025, at Sitio Bulos, Barangay Dinadiawan, Dipaculao, Aurora, with a total of forty-four (44) active participants. The activity formally commenced with an opening prayer led by Mrs. Marie Layos, who invoked guidance and blessings for the success of the training and the safety and well-being of all participants.
Following the prayer, Mrs. Aida Origines delivered the welcome remarks. She emphasized the importance of proper livestock management in improving household income, ensuring food security, and promoting responsible animal care. She further encouraged the participants to actively engage in the training sessions and apply the knowledge and skills gained to their respective livestock-raising endeavors.
The training proper focused on essential topics related to livestock raising, highlighting practical and community-based approaches appropriate to local conditions. Dr. Marilyn R. Ora discussed the importance of improving animal health and productivity while ensuring sustainable and cost-effective poultry production management practices. Meanwhile, Ms. Eden Joy V. Manalo presented the basic principles of livestock raising and management, including proper housing, feeding, and watering practices.
In addition, Mr. Jose D. Balai, Jr. discussed animal health management, covering disease prevention, basic biosecurity measures, sanitation and hygiene practices, waste management in livestock areas, and the responsible and humane treatment of animals. He also facilitated the sharing of experiences, challenges, and best practices among the livestock raisers. Furthermore, Mr. Conrado R. Orenia demonstrated the procedures for making silage and UMMB (Urea Molasses Mineral Block), after which the participants conducted a return demonstration to reinforce their learning.
The sessions encouraged open interaction, allowing participants to raise questions, clarify concerns, and exchange practical insights based on their actual livestock-raising experiences.
The livestock raisers also shared their existing practices, challenges encountered, and locally developed solutions that had proven effective in their communities. This exchange of ideas enriched the discussions and fostered a collaborative learning environment.
The activity concluded with words of appreciation from the participants, expressing gratitude for the training and their commitment to improving their livestock practices.
Ms. Manalo, in her closing remarks, expressed hope that the knowledge gained from the training would contribute to enhanced livestock productivity and improved livelihoods in the community. She further emphasized that the ASCOT community is prepared and willing to provide whatever technical support the Sitio Bulos community may need.
