Two of the key Livestock R&D projects of the Cavite State University (CvSU) and the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PCAARRD) are moving forward to the final stages following their pre-terminal review.
On June 10, 2025, DOST-PCAARRD and CvSU reviewed and assessed the progress, accomplishments, and challenges of the projects through the projects’ technical and financial matters and identified potential areas for improvement. The activity highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts in advancing livestock production, improving institutional capabilities, and ensuring that research initiatives contribute meaningfully to the agricultural sector and community development.
One of the two projects assessed was the"Assessment of the Production Performance and Profitability of Raising (IP Kayumanggi) at Bureau of Corrections (BuCor), Muntinlupa,” led by Dr. Gary A. Pareja, which evaluated the performance and economic viability of IP Kayumanggi.
CvSU Project staff, Ms. Cecille B. Anuada, proudly presented key results of the project that went beyond production performance, but also provided skills and a meaningful livelihood for Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDL). The project produced over 100,000 eggs, which were processed into ‘balut,’ ‘penoy,’ and salted egg by the PDLs in Muntinlupa City Jail. According to Ms. Anuada, the team remained committed and continuously worked toward achieving its goals regardless of the challenges faced by the project.
The second project was the “Production Performance and Profitability Testing of Purified Native Pig Breeds,” led by Project Leader Mariedel L. Autriz, PhD. The project evaluated the growth, productivity, and market potential of Black native pig breeds.
Dr. Autriz reported that the project achieved high parity and conception rate among the native pigs, indicating excellent reproductive performance. As a result of effective management and breeding practices, the project produced more than 71 head of native pigs, which were also sold as lechon, generating significant revenue and demonstrating the project's productivity, sustainability, and strong market potential.
Following these results, DOST-PCAARRD and CvSU agreed to continue the project for further development.
Dr. Synan S. Baguio, Director of the Livestock Research Division at DOST-PCAARRD, expressed his insights on the near conclusion of the projects. He congratulated CvSU and its dedicated staff for their successful implementation of the projects and for strong, meaningful collaboration among partner institutions. He also emphasized the importance of continued cooperation and innovation in driving impactful research and development initiatives.