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How To Estimate the Weight of Cattle Using Measuring Tape

July 31, 2022

The weight of an animal is measured most reliably by using a weighing scale. Most cattle weighing scale can cost about $1000 and is out of reach for most farmers. The seasoned animal health practitioners can estimate the weight by observation and using the known average by age for a breed. Weight bands is an alternative way of estimating the body weight of the cattle. These bands are commercially available with the weights printed on them. The band applies the high correlation between the circumference of the chest and body weight. The estimated weight can be within 5 per cent of the real weight with the right amount of tension on the tape. An ordinary three meters tape measure is used if there is no weight band. When taking measurements, the tape is placed just behind the front legs under the body behind the elbow and all the way around to the point behind the shoulder blade. The circumference measurements in centimeters are converted to kilograms using a conversion table. Note that...

Gugma

July 10, 2022

(Visayan Song by Nonoy Zuñiga) Gugma, ngano ba intawong naglimbung ka? Gugma, ngano ba intawong nagbudhi ka? Di ba, matud mo sa saad mo Hangtud sa kahangturan, ang imo dang unongan way lain kundi ako. Chorus 1: Unsay bay hinungdan nga imong gitalikdan Unsay kasal-anan nga nabuhat ko Pasagdan mo ba lamang Nga magsubo ‘ning dughan Ug hangtud sa lubnganan Magahilak ako (Repeat Chorus 1) Instrumental... Di ba. Matud mo sa saad mo Hangtud sa kahangturan, ang imo dang unongan way lain kundi ako. Chorus 2 : Unsay bay hinungdan nga imong gitalikdan Unsay kasal-anan nga nabuhat ko Pasagdan mo ba lamang Nga magsubo ‘ning dughan Ug hangtud sa lubnganan Magahilak ako Coda: Magahilak ako, magahilak ako, magahilak ako… (repeat until fade)

Random and interesting facts about cows

July 09, 2022

At first glance, cows might seem to be simple animals, but they’re not! Cows are fascinating animals. Here’s a list of interesting facts: Cows are social animals, and they naturally form large herds. And like people, they will make friends and bond to some herd members, while avoiding others Cows are red-green colorblind. In a bullfight, it is the waving of the cape that attracts the bull not the red color A cow’s heart beats between 60 and 70 beats per minute Cows can hear lower and higher frequencies better than humans. An average dairy cow weighs about 545 kilograms A cow's normal body temperature is 38.6°C The average cow chews at least 50 times per minute The typical cow stands up and sits down about 14 times a day An average cow has more than 40,000 jaw movements in a day Cows actually do not bite grass; instead they curl their tongue around it Cows have almost total 360-degree panoramic vision Cows have a single stomach, but four different digestive compartments ...

Agri sector consultative forum at BIT-IC Tagbilaran on July 7, 2022

July 08, 2022

The forum was a joint activity of the Bohol Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines (BCRAP) led by its Chairman Avelino Puracan and the Bohol Coconut Development Council (BCDC) headed by former Vice Governor Dionisio Balite. The group presented the current status, issues, and concerns of the livestock and coconut industry to Governor Aris Aumentado for coordination with provincial government agricultural policies. Governor Aumentado advised the group to prepare proposals and plans for submission to the Provincial Government of Bohol (PGB) so counter proposals and further consultative meetings can be conducted. He observed that the industry can use more support from the government and other stakeholders. They need to be more aware of the industry through roadshows, information drives, and special events like rodeos. Pharmacist Jane from Inabanga gave updates on the coconut industry, particularly on the potential of virgin coconut oil (VCO). There are two categories of VCO, the pha...

Regular Board Meeting held June 23, 2002 at Carmen Bohol

June 23, 2022

Bohol Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines Inc. Directors meeting held at Lilia Balite Farm, Carmen, Bohol on June 23, 2022 Attendance: Avelino Puracan, Lita Mangaron, Eva Autentico, Fil Gementiza, Teofisto Cabagnot, Boy Tumanda, Paulinito Malaran, Antonio N. Balonga, Ammon Tirol, Johny Samson, Nilo Echavez (Balite Farm Manager 0950475478), Chris Torrefranca, Cesar Crisologo, Bon Christian Maurillo, Dionesio Balite, Romeo Cabading, Edgar Luardo, Maning Tabaranza, applicant as new member Jason J. Redillas (Sta Cruz Dagohoy Bohol 09297221790) Meeting started at 10AM with an opening prayer led by Director Chris Torrefranca Agenda restated by President Puracan: Update of 1.5M DA aid from Director Samson Update on DA-AMAD from Director Samson Update on BCRAP 5-year dev plan Need for Board resolution to secure BIR certificate to facilitate DA assistance Other matters to include membership updating, and the Cambugsay Ubay project Summary of Cash Collections and Disbursem...

Cattle raisers disaster risk management plan

May 08, 2022

Bohol Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines Inc. 187-C Putong Street, Cogon District, Tagbilaran City Disaster Risk Management Plan by Ammon Denis R. Tirol The Philippine Disaster Reduction and Management Act (RA 10121) guides the Bohol Cattle Raisers Disaster Risk Management Plan. RA 10121 of 2010, which provides the legal basis for policies, plans, and programs to deal with disasters, covers four thematic areas, namely, (1) Disaster Prevention and Mitigation; (2) Disaster Preparedness; (3) Disaster Response; and (4) Disaster Rehabilitation and Recovery. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Framework from RA 10121 serves as “the principal guide to disaster risk reduction and management efforts to the country....” illustrated in the figure below. Disaster Risk Management Disaster risk is the potential loss of life, injury, or destroyed or damaged assets that occur to a system, society, or a community in a specific period determined probabilistically as a ...