Animal Raising in the Philippines

Study Notes

Reasons for Animal Raising

Rising costs of poultry, pork, beef, milk, and eggs drive Filipinos to engage in animal raising.
Provides a vital source of protein, catering to nutritional needs of children and lactating mothers.
Addresses the increasing demand for meat in local diets.

Poultry Overview

Poultry encompasses chickens, ducks, geese, quails, pigeons, and turkeys.

Chickens

Generally medium or small-sized domestic birds.
Egg type: Known for high egg-laying capabilities.
Popular breeds include different types for meat and eggs.
Meat Type: Dual-purpose breeds provide excellent egg yield and fine, juicy meat.

Ducks

Types include native and runner breeds.
Egg type: Specifically bred for high-quality egg production.
Meat Type: Known for tender, palatable meat.
Dual-purpose categories include good egg layers and meat producers.

Quails

Commonly referred to as Pugo.
Small game birds thriving in tropical and temperate regions.
Provide both eggs and meat.
Lay eggs 35 to 40 days post-hatching, contributing to protein sources.

Livestock Overview

General term for farm animals, including hogs, goats, and cattle.

Hog Breeds

Renowned for producing lean meat with less fat.
Types include those specifically bred for thick layers of fat (for lard) and those for lean meat.

Goat Breeds

Considered easy to raise with low capital investment.
Often called the “poor man’s cow” due to their affordability and resourcefulness.

Cattle Breeds

Commonly found across Asia, America, and Europe.
Key source of meat and milk, integral to livestock farming.

Reasons for Animal Raising

Rising costs of poultry, pork, beef, milk, and eggs drive Filipinos to engage in animal raising.
Provides a vital source of protein, catering to nutritional needs of children and lactating mothers.
Addresses the increasing demand for meat in local diets.

Poultry Overview

Poultry encompasses chickens, ducks, geese, quails, pigeons, and turkeys.

Chickens

Generally medium or small-sized domestic birds.
Egg type: Known for high egg-laying capabilities.
Popular breeds include different types for meat and eggs.
Meat Type: Dual-purpose breeds provide excellent egg yield and fine, juicy meat.

Ducks

Types include native and runner breeds.
Egg type: Specifically bred for high-quality egg production.
Meat Type: Known for tender, palatable meat.
Dual-purpose categories include good egg layers and meat producers.

Quails

Commonly referred to as Pugo.
Small game birds thriving in tropical and temperate regions.
Provide both eggs and meat.
Lay eggs 35 to 40 days post-hatching, contributing to protein sources.

Livestock Overview

General term for farm animals, including hogs, goats, and cattle.

Hog Breeds

Renowned for producing lean meat with less fat.
Types include those specifically bred for thick layers of fat (for lard) and those for lean meat.

Goat Breeds

Considered easy to raise with low capital investment.
Often called the “poor man’s cow” due to their affordability and resourcefulness.

Cattle Breeds

Commonly found across Asia, America, and Europe.
Key source of meat and milk, integral to livestock farming.

Description

This quiz explores the reasons behind the growing trend of animal raising among Filipinos, particularly in response to rising costs of meat and dairy. It highlights the nutritional importance of animal products and their role in meeting dietary needs for various populations. Test your knowledge about poultry and related terminology.