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After dedicating his 34 years in government service, Mr. Lorenzo Obiano received recognition and tribute for his valuable contribution to the attainment of the Center's goals in the previous years and decades.

During the simple yet meaningful appreciation party dubbed “Pasasalamat at Mabuhay Program” held last August 29 at ATI-RTC 1 Satellite Training Center, Mr. Obiano was honored with

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Marking an essential development in the livestock industry in the region, the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) Ilocos Region, in partnership with the Provincial Local Government Unit of La Union, and the Municipality of San Gabriel conducted a groundbreaking ceremony for the Swine Artificial Insemination sa Barangay (SWAIB) Project on September 7, 2023 at Brgy. Daking, San Gabriel. The

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A total of 21 farmer-cooperators of different learning sites for agriculture (LSAs) and agricultural extension workers (AEWs) in Region 1 completed the Training of Trainers on Dairy Cattle Farm Operation and Management conducted from August 28 to September 1, 2023 at the Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Training Institute-Regional Training Center 1 (DA-ATI-RTC 1), Tebag East, Sta

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BOLINAO, Pangasinan- A total of 22 coconut farmers from Brgy. Patar and Brgy. Estanza took part in the Training on Native Goat Production and Management conducted on August 29-31, 2023 at the Modern Skills Technical Training and Assessment Center (MSTTAC).

The training equipped the coconut farmers with necessary knowledge, skills, and attitude in integrating native goat with their current

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Capacitating staff of Farmers’ Information and Technology Services (FITS) centers and agricultural extension workers (AEWs) in Region 1 with necessary knowledge and skills in developing information, education, and communication (IEC) materials, the Agricultural Training Institute-Regional Training Center 1 (ATI-RTC 1) organized a Training Course on Knowledge Products Development on August 22

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Shallots are similar to multiplier onions, but smaller, and have a distinct culinary value. They can be eaten raw, cooked, chopped, or boiled. When cooked, shallots have a delicate onion flavor that complements but does not overpower other flavors. Shallots are good cash crops with a high return on investment.

The Philippines exports and imports shallots. In terms of shallot production

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Agriculture plays a crucial role in the economies of many countries, with the Philippines tagging it as its economy’s backbone. In the country’s agricultural extension system, the Agricultural Extension Workers (AEWs) serve as instrumental in bringing to the farmers array of research-based technologies and innovative practices geared toward improved productivity and income. One of which is the

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The importance of sustainable agriculture and livestock production cannot be overstated, especially in rural communities where farming and animal husbandry serve as vital sources of livelihood. Recognizing the significance of equipping agricultural extension workers with the necessary skills and knowledge, the Agricultural Training Institute—Regional Training Center 1 (ATI-RTC 1) recently

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The outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) had a crucial impact on the global pork industry, leading to substantial losses in pig populations and disrupting meat supply chains. As a result, there is a growing need to explore alternative meat sources that can meet the protein demands of consumers. Rabbit meat emerges as a promising option due to its nutritional value, sustainable production

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The livestock industry provides a big chunk of income and ensures food security for the people. It is one of the major incomes generating activity in developing countries and is regarded as a means of reducing poverty. However, animals are often hit with plaguing epidemic which poses a big problem on the economy as well as the food supply to include African Swine Fever (ASF) which marks great

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