The Philippine Department of Agriculture in partnership with Informa Marketshonored outstanding Filipino farms and cooperatives whose agripreneurial success, innovation, sustainable practices, and leadership have contributed to community development and advancement of the country’s livestock sector.
Held on June 24 during the Livestock and Aquaculture Philippines Expo at the World Trade Center in Pasay City,the Livestock Philippines Recognition welcomed four new awardees to its roster of distinguished honorees since the recognition program was launched in 2023.
The Outstanding Livestock Cooperative award was presented to Sta. Catalina Multipurpose Cooperative—a North Cotabato-based cooperative recognized for its exemplary leadership in organizing farmers, promoting sustainable livestock production, and creating economic opportunities for its members. The cooperative has expanded its operations into sustainable swine production, livestock dispersal, feeds and farm input distribution, and other agriculture-based enterprises that benefit local farming communities.
Named Outstanding Goat and Sheep Farm, Jolly Goat Dairy Farm of Butuan City was recognized for its excellence in goat and sheep production, particularly its outstanding breeding program, commitment to animal welfare, and adoption of sustainable farm management practices.
Meanwhile, Gilmark Antonio Farm in San Manuel, Isabela was hailed as the Outstanding Poultry Broiler Farm for its commitment to delivering high-quality protein products while upholding animal welfare, food safety, and sustainable farming standards.
The recognition follows another milestone for the farm earlier this year. In May, Gilmark Antonio Farm was among the Good Animal Husbandry Practices (GAHP)-certified farms in Region II recognized by the DA-Bureau of Animal Industry for its remarkable production of 448,000 broiler chickens.
The Outstanding Poultry Layer Farm award was conferred to Bacolod City-based Ta-ala Faof Bacolod City for its exceptional performance in egg production, efficient layer management, operational excellence, and commitment to quality assurance.
This marks the second time Ta-ala Farm has received the distinction having first won the same award in 2024.
In his video message, DA Undersecretary for Livestock Dr. Constante J. Palabrica commended the awardees for setting the standard for excellence in the livestock industry.
“Those we honor today are proof that real change begins with people who care, are dedicated, and have a clear vision for the future of the sector. You will serve as an inspiration to more Filipinos who wish to contribute to strengthening the livestock industry,” Palabrica said.
