Celebrating 130 Years of Purina: A Legacy of Dependability and Excellence in Hog Feeds For over 130 years, Purina has stood as a trusted name in the animal nutrition industry, particularly for hog feeds. This storied history is a testament to the brand’s unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and the farming community. With the backing […]
Aquadox™ by Metrovet: Reliable Support Against Bacterial Infections in Swine and Poultry Respiratory disease and diarrhea are among the most common health problems affecting pigs and poultry. When bacterial infections spread through a farm, animals may experience coughing, difficulty breathing, reduced appetite, dehydration, poor growth, and increased mortality. These conditions can quickly affect animal welfare, […]
The Hidden Cost of Parasites in Pig Production: Why Strategic Oral Deworming Matters A pig does not need to look severely sick to be affected by parasites. Internal worms, lice and mange mites can gradually interfere with an animal’s comfort, appetite, nutrient utilization and growth. Because the damage often develops slowly, parasite problems may remain […]
PROTECT OUR LOCAL HOGS, OUR FOOD AND OUR COMMUNITY A Community Call for Responsible Action During African Swine Fever Outbreaks African Swine Fever, or ASF, is a serious and often fatal viral disease of domestic and wild pigs. It does not infect people and is not transmitted to humans by eating pork. However, ASF can […]
What Kind of Pork Do Filipino Consumers Really Want? Why Every Hog Raiser Should Start Thinking Like a Customer Many hog raisers judge success by the number of pigs sold, the average daily gain, or how quickly pigs reach market weight. These are important indicators of a well-managed farm—but they tell only part of the […]
Fatty or Lean? What Type of Pork Should Philippine Hog Raisers Produce? The Philippine Pork Excellence Series Published by UBTAC Science-Based Knowledge for Better Hog Farming Supported by Purina® by Cargill The Question Every Hog Farmer Eventually Asks Walk through any livestock auction or spend time talking with hog raisers, and you’ll eventually hear the […]
PROTECT THE HERD. PROTECT LOCAL FOOD SECURITY. ASF is not only a disease problem for hog raisers. It is a threat to livelihoods, local food supply, and the future of pork production in our communities. Prices may rise or fall from one month to another. But the more important question is this: Will there still […]
Why Meat Inspection Is Essential for Food Safety and ASF Prevention Meat inspection is a public-health and animal-health requirement, not a formality. It helps prevent unsafe meat from reaching consumers and supports efforts to control diseases that can devastate livestock production, including African swine fever or ASF. Every animal intended for sale should be slaughtered […]
Gratitude Amid Challenges: A Celebration of Partnership, Faith, and Shared Success The recent quarterly gathering of Purina Winner’s Circle Club held at Acacia Hotel Davao on May 12–14, 2026, became not only a celebration of achievement, but also a moment of heartfelt gratitude for everyone who continues to stand strong amidst difficult times. Uybontiong Agriventures […]
Purina Turbo Hog Feed Product Lines: 1. Purina Turbo Pre Startina — Super Premium Piglet Pre-Starter Feed Description & Formulation:Purina Turbo Pre Startina is formulated as a super premium starter feed for newly weaned piglets. It includes Pig Candy (high-energy palatability enhancer), Immunopower (immune support complex) and Digestisorb (digestive aid) with Purina’s Turbo 360 Protection […]
Ngano Importante Kaayo ang Consistency in Production sa Sustainable Hog Raising Sa hog raising, dili lang igo nga makapagawas ta ug baboy kung taas ang presyo. Ang tinuod nga lig-on nga negosyo sa baboyan mao ang tuloy-tuloy ug parehas nga produksyon, bisan pa mag-usab ang presyo sa merkado. Ang sustainable hog raising dili sugal. Negosyo […]