Bohol Cattle Raisers Association Proposed Five-Year Development Plan 2022-2027
Contents
Executive SummaryCattle Situation Report January 2022 to March 2022
Bohol Cattle Raisers Association Situation Report April 2022
Development Framework
Estimates for Measures and Targets
Cattle Situation Report, January 2020 to March 2022
- Background
- Production
- Inventory
- Bohol Farmland Potentials
- Prices
- Projected Bohol Cattle Meat Production for 2023
- Key Information from the Cattle Situation Report
- BCRAP 2022
- Mission
- Vision
- Business Model
- Official Address and Location
- Government Recognition and Registration
- Membership Status
- Officers for 2022-2027
- Major Activities
- Major Challenges
BCRAP Development Program 2022-2027
Performance Measures and Targets
Action 1: Operate a Sustainable Cattle Demo Farm in Cambugsay Ubay
Action 2: Operate a Sustainable Dairy Production Farm
Action 3: Operate a trading center to sell beef and livestock supplies Action 4: Enhance Members Benefits and Privileges Estimates for Measures and Targets
Executive Summary
Cattle Situation Report January 2022 to March 2022
Data from the Philippine Statistics Authority Report (April 2022) indicate that Bohol cattle production is about 7 heads per hectare of pastureland. The average price is 146 pesos per kilogram of live weight and the annual growth rate is 12%.
Bohol Cattle Raisers Association Situation Report April 2022
The association has been active in the livestock industry for over twenty years. The latest membership count was 125 raisers representing about five hundred hectares of pastureland and more than 1,000 heads of livestock. The most prevalent challenges for the raisers are access to credit facilities. Government assistance most readily availed are cow health supplies and technical advice.
Development Framework
- The Societal Goal for the development plan is Poverty Reduction and Improved Quality of Life.
- The Sectoral Goals are Food Security and Sustainable Development.
- Organizational Outcomes are Increased Production through Cattle Fattening and Dairy Production. These will be implemented through the Cambugsay Demo Farm and NDA Dispersal.
- The second organizational outcome is Improved Market Access by the operation of a Trading Center for Meat shop and livestock supplies.
- The third organizational outcome to address sustainable development is through Active BCRAP membership to provide enhanced credit and benefits to registered and paying members
Estimates for Measures and Targets
Fund requirements for the BCRAP target outcome will total around 12M. Expected revenues from the activities would generate about 12M from the demo farm, 3M from dairy, and 11M from the trading depot.
Cattle Situation Report, January 2020 to March 2022
Background
Data contained in this Cattle Situation Report are sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority Report (April 2022) and the Department of Agriculture Census of Agriculture (2002).
Production
Relative to their levels in the same quarter of 2021, eight (8) regions recorded decreases in production during the quarter. Eastern Visayas exhibited the highest annual reduction of -24.3 percent, from 0.62 thousand metric tons of live weight in the first quarter of 2021 to 0.47 thousand metric tons of live weight this quarter (Figure 1).
Figure 1 – Volume of Cattle Production and Annual Growth Rate, Philippines, Jan 2020 to Mar 2022
Inventory
As of 31 March 2022, the total cattle inventory was estimated at 2.54 million heads. About 13.0 percent of the cattle population was recorded in Central Visayas, followed by CALABARZON with 10.2 percent share and Ilocos Region with 9.9 percent share. These three regions accounted for 33.1 percent of the country’s total cattle population. (Figure 2)
Figure 2 – Distribution of Cattle Inventory by Region, Philippines, as of March 2022
The total cattle production from January to March 2022 was registered at 52.39 thousand metric tons, live weight. It slowed down by -1.6 percent from its previous year’s same quarter output of 53.24 thousand metric tons, live weight.
The top five (5) cattle-producing regions were Northern Mindanao with 20.9 percent share, followed by Western Visayas with 10.0 percent; Ilocos Region, with 9.8 percent; CALABARZON, 8.4 percent; and Central Visayas, 8.3 percent. These regions accounted for 57.4 percent of the country’s total cattle production.
Bohol Farmland Potentials
Assuming that Bohol farmlands are a 26% share of Central Visayas (Table 1) and that the 329,000 heads are the 2022 cattle production (Figure 2), the Bohol share for the cattle production is 85,500 heads from 136,613 hectares.
Table 1 – Central Visayas Farms and Area
(2002 Census of Agriculture Vol.1)
| Number of Farms | Area of Farms | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Region and Province | 2002 | % | 1991 | 2002 | % | 1991 |
| Central Visayas | 430,043 | 100% | 424,825 | 522,433 | 100% | 549,895 |
| Cebu | 156,078 | 36% | 179,358 | 146,056 | 28% | 161,983 |
| Negros Oriental | 137,141 | 32% | 105,554 | 228,833 | 44% | 212,303 |
| Bohol | 123,487 | 29% | 127,812 | 136,613 | 26% | 166,154 |
| Siquijor | 13,337 | 3% | 12,101 | 10,932 | 2% | 9,455 |
Table 2 – Bohol Farms and Land Use
(2002 Census of Agriculture Vol. 1)
| 2002 | 1991 | 1980 | 2002 | 1991 | 1980 | |
| Number of farms by land use | 123,487 | 127,812 | 100,462 | 123,487 | 127,812 | 100,462 |
| Area of farms by land use (in hectares) | 136,613 | 166,154 | 159,270 | 136,613 | 166,154 | 159,270 |
| Arable lands | ||||||
| --Land planted for temporary crops | 79,282 | 107,262 | 76,131 | 79,282 | 107,262 | 76,131 |
| Lands lying idle | 1,202 | 2,593 | 15,312 | 1,202 | 2,593 | 15,312 |
| Land planted for permanent crops | 42,720 | 52,572 | 54,774 | 42,720 | 52,572 | 54,774 |
| Land under permanent meadows and pasture | 528 | 1,063 | 6,948 | 528 | 1,063 | 6,948 |
| Lands covered with forest growth | 711 | 466 | 1,764 | 711 | 466 | 1,764 |
| All other lands | 11,251 | 2,197 | 4,341 | 11,251 | 2,197 | 4,341 |
Following the distribution of Bohol farmland use in Table 2, the estimated 85,500 heads of cattle are raised in 11,700 (528+11,251) hectares of pasture or a density of seven heads of cattle per hectare of pasture.
Prices
The average farmgate price of cattle for slaughter in backyard farms during the quarter was quoted at Php 138.00 per kilogram, live weight. It declines by -2.5 percent compared with the previous year’s same quarter price of Php 141.50 per kilogram, live weight.
During the reference quarter, the highest farmgate price of cattle for slaughter was noted in March 2022 at Php 146.37 per kilogram, live weight, while the lowest was in January 2022 at Php 133.12 per kilogram, live weight. (Figure 3)
Figure 3 – Average Farmgate Price of Cattle for Slaughter (Backyard) and Annual Growth Rate, Philippines, Jan. 2020 to Mar. 2022
Projected Bohol Cattle Meat Production for 2023
With the resumption of face-to-face interactions following the New Normal protocols, the farmgate prices are expected to return to the high of 2021 levels of 146 pesos per kilogram, live weight, and the almost 12% growth rate. Following these assumptions, the Bohol cattle meat market expects an economic value increase of 449M (computed as 12% of 85,500 heads averaging three hundred kilograms live weight at 146 pesos per kilogram).
Key Information from the Cattle Situation Report
- 7 heads of cattle per hectare of pasture
- 12% growth rate
- 146 pesos per kilogram of live weight
Bohol Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines Situation as of April 2022
BCRAP 2022
The association started during the provincial administration of Governor Erico B. Aumentado on November 9, 2001. The first president of the association was Atty. David B. Tirol and Atty. Dionisio Balite as vice president. Since then, the group engaged in industry-government activities benefiting the livestock sector. One prominent activity was its hosting of the Federation of Cattle Raisers Associations of the Philippines (FCRAP) Cattle Congress on April 27-28, 2017, participated by major industry stakeholders from all over the country and investors from Asia and Australia.
Mission
The Bohol Cattle Raisers Association aims to provide cattle producers in Bohol an opportunity to participate in a dynamic organization that provides processing, marketing, and support services that will maximize cattle productivity, preserve environmental sustainability, enhance food security, and contribute to the local economy.
Vision
A democratic association of the livestock producing sector adopting socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable cattle management and services contributing to the nation's food security through cost-efficient production and socially responsible operations.
Business Model
The association shall support its members through Collective purchases; Commitment to lending policies; Active participation in corporate affairs; and provide technical and financial assistance in terms of farm inputs to improve production and marketing assistance of members’ produce. Resource persons and agency grants allow members to increase their capital base and participate in study tours to improve farm practices and cultural methods for increased production.
Official Address and Location
Bohol Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines
187 C. Putong street, Cogon District, Tagbilaran City
Coordinates: 9°38'55.8"N 123°51'13.7"E
PLUSCODES: JVX3+GGM Tagbilaran City, Bohol
Government Recognition and Registration
| Date organized | November 9, 2001 |
| Registrar | Securities and Exchange Commission |
| Company Registration No. | CN201810200 |
| Date of Registration | June 13, 2018 |
Membership Status
As of April 2022, the association members count one hundred twenty representing all legislative districts of Bohol and about 500 hectares of pastureland, and more than 1,000 heads of cattle. Updating and monitoring the actual members' status and holding will be in the last quarter of 2022. As of April 2022, membership requirement for good standing now requires payment of all dues, at least four hectares of forage, and seven heads of livestock.
Officers for 2022-2027
| President | JUDGE (RET) AVELINO N. PURACAN |
| Exec Vice President | ATTY. DIONISIO BALITE |
| VP for 1st District Secretary | AMMON DENIS R. TIROL |
| VP for 2nd District | CESAR M. BORJA |
| VP for 3rd District | CASIMERO LLUBIT |
| Treasurer | MIGUELITA MANGARON |
| Assistant Secretary | LOURDES VILLAS |
| Auditor | ABERDOVEY V. BELLEZA |
| Assistant Auditor | JOHN EDGAR T. LUARDO |
| P.R.O. | REY GELLAGA |
| Trustee | COL. TEOPISTO CABAGNOT, JR. |
| Trustee | CHRISTOPHER D. TORREFRANCA |
| Trustee | TEOFILO D. GEMENTIZA |
| Trustee | OBDULIO CATURZA JR. |
| OPV Adviser | JOHNNY SAMSON |
Major Activities
Despite the pandemic restrictions imposed during 2020, the BCRAP was able to enter into an MOA with the Cambugsay Tree Planters Multi-Purpose Cooperative based in San Pascual, Ubay for the joint development of the Carood watershed, which is an area of 21,714 hectares in the southeast part of Bohol Province, comprising the municipalities of Alicia, Candijay, Guindulman, Mabini, Pilar, and Ubay. The agreement will allow the BCRAP to develop a portion of the watershed near the Benliw Water Impounding area as a demonstration farm for cattle fattening and dairy production.
Last April 2022, the National Dairy Authority (NDA) Region 7 under the Department of Agriculture released fifty heads of Holstein dairy cows to qualified BCRAP members. The NDA requirements include dairy production training for the beneficiaries, sufficient forage area, and farm site validation. Another tranche of the NDA dairy cows will be prepared for the next set of qualified BCRAP members.
Last May 2022, the Department of Agriculture represented by Assistant Secretary Dr. William Medrano facilitated the release of a grant to the BCRAP in the amount of one million five hundred thousand pesos. The amount is ready for downloading to the association’s bank account pending the compliance of requisite documents.
Major Challenges
The association members have experienced difficulties in availing of financial support facilities on their own initiative and from government grants. Members have on their own tried to apply for loans under the ACEF and the ANYO loan packages, but unclear and vague lending policies of the assigned government agencies failed to provide the needed financial boost for the raisers.
Other government intervention programs for the livestock raisers such dispersal programs, trainings, and free supplies helped in their operations.
Logical Framework for BCRAP
BCRAP Development Program 2022-2027
The Bohol Cattle Raisers Association for the years 2022 to 2027 will focus on the organizational thrusts of
- Increasing Livestock Production in Meat and Dairy,
- Improved Market Access through the operationalization of its Trading Center to sell quality beef to consumers and provide agricultural supplies to its members, and
- To encourage Active Membership and full participation by providing credit facilities and members privileges.
These organization outcomes will be detailed in specific outcomes with performance measures and targets.
Performance Measures and Targets
The identified organizational outcomes will provide specific measures and targets to be achieved within the established timeframe and allocated resources.
Action 1: Operate a Sustainable Cattle Demo Farm in Cambugsay Ubay
The BCRAP entered into cooperative venture agreements with the Cambugsay Tree Planters Multi-Purpose Cooperative (CTP) and the National Irrigation Authority (NIA) to develop a 120-hectare area as a demonstration and training farm in livestock production. The CTP is an NGO tasked with the Carood Watershed of Southeast Bohol where Barangay Benliw is included in its coverage. The NIA is a national agency responsible for the use of the areas around the Benliw Irrigation project. The agency granted a former BCRAP member the use of a watershed area near the Benliw water impounding as cattle fattening farm before its closure.
Project Design and Specifications
- BCRAP base and motor pool to house the farm personnel and equipment at the former cattle fattening farm occupying about two hectares.
- BCRAP demonstration farm for cattle fattening and dairy production. The fattening area will hold twenty heads requiring a foraging area of ten hectares. The dairy production area will house ten dairy cows requiring another five hectares of forage area. The forage for the demo farm livestock will be mechanically harvested, silaged, and fermented before feeding.
- Perimeter areas of the demo farm will be designed as firebreaks and planted with fire retardant tree varieties.
- Forage-capable areas will be maximized to produce silage.
- Non-forage-capable areas will be planted with cash crop trees including cacao, bamboo, coconut, and other varieties.
- Essential farm facilities include a staff house, vehicle sheds, feed mill, silage bins, forage combine harvester, tractors for area development, water reserve tanks, and power units.
Initial Activities
- Re-establish the closed cattle fattening area as the BCRAP motor pool and base of operations. The renewal of the terms of use granted by the NIA will be re-issued in the name of the BCRAP.
- Identification of area for development within the reforestation coverage of the CTP. The considerations to identify the ideal location for the fattening and dairy production area will be access to power, water, personnel, and silage. The foraging area will be a minimum of contiguous fifteen hectares.
- Development of forage areas using tractors and stabilization of silage supply.
- Coordinate with CTP on the selection of non-forage-capable area cash crop selection.
Continuing Operations
- BCRAP aims to make the demonstration farm activities a sustainable and revenue generating operation
- Fattened livestock may include specialty breeds like Wagyu and Angus for higher prices.
- Maximizing forage areas for silage production will allow sale of excess silage to members
- Non-forage-capable area cash crops will generate additional income for BCRAP. Cacao will be further processed by the association or sold raw to processors. Bamboo is become a choice non-timber product and can be processed further by BCRAP.
- Idle time for farm equipment can be maximized for equipment rental to local farmers.
- Regular meeting with the partner CTP will allow sharing of area responsibilities and tasks. Grants for the operation of the Carood watershed available to CTP can be availed by BCRAP.
Action 2: Operate a Sustainable Dairy Production Farm
The BCRAP dairy operations will absorb part of the DA-NDA second tranche dispersal. Additional dairy livestock will include carabaos and goats. The operation of the dairy operations will complement the cattle fattening forage-silage requirement.
Project Design and Specifications
- Dairy cow shelter
- Mechanized milking machines
- Adequate water system for daily cleaning of dairy cows and milking parlors
- Milk storage and post-dairy processing facilities
Initial Activities
- Stabilization of forage-silage supplies for the minimum dairy cow population of ten heads.
- Operationalization of cow feed mill for feed supplement production
- Training of milkers
Action 3: Operate a trading center to sell beef and livestock supplies
The BCRAP will operate a meat outlet and supplies depot. The meat outlet will store, and display meat sourced from the members to take advantage of the price difference between live weight and dressed meat. The meat outlet facilities will include a cold display, meat dressing equipment, small delivery truck, and cold room.
The livestock supplies depot will canvass the members’ supplies for cow health maintenance, feed supplements, ranch paraphernalia and equipment. The depot will take advantage of economy of scale resulting to volume discounts and other trade privileges to benefit the member raisers. Online transactions will be encouraged to facilitate faster orders, deliveries, and payments.
Project Design and Specifications
- Considerations for the meat outlet include cold room (six carcass capacity), cold display, meat dressing area, and sales booth.
- Standby power generator to continue cold storage capabilities during brownouts.
- Small delivery truck to deliver dressed meat to institutional clients in Tagbilaran and Panglao.
- Meat shop personnel complement will engage TESDA certification trainees and contractual meat dresser on per piece contract.
- Supplies depot will minimize on-hand inventories and take advantage of the just-in-time inventory management practices. Best practices in online transactions have emerged during the pandemic crisis and will be followed by the BCRAP supplies booking office.
- Minimum personnel complement for the meat shop and supplies booking will be the cashier, bookkeeper, and accounts officer.
Initial Activities
- Acquire business location and comply with business permit requirements.
- Establish meat shop clientele connections to quantify meat shop volume.
- Canvass members’ supplies requirement to quantify orders volume and identify suppliers.
Action 4: Enhance Members Benefits and Privileges
The BCRAP membership status will be updated through the retention of complete membership records and association payments. The records of members area and livestock holdings will aid in the monitoring and reports to the DA sub-agencies for the facilitation of aids and grants. The updating of members status and equity will provide a mutual fund for provident loans and group insurance packages.
Process Design and Specifications
- Updating of members’ records and association dues and equity for capital buildup and administrative control.
- Office personnel to administer credit facilities and members benefits will include cashier, bookkeeper, and accounts officer.Office for computers, records, and members’ lounge.
Initial Activities
- Activate district officers to visit and follow-up the status of members.
Estimates for Measures and Targets
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