Dairy Integration

NDA

Dairy Integration

The NDA Dairy Integration Program aims to establish and develop profitable coconut farms integrated with dairy enterprises.

NDA

RA 11524

CFIDP 2024–2028

₱40K

Confinement Bill Coverage

₱10K

Death Benefit

₱5K

Outpatient Care Support

14

Regional Offices

— OVERVIEW

Program Description

The NDA Dairy Integration Program aims to establish and develop profitable coconut farms integrated with dairy enterprises. It is implemented by the National Dairy Authority (NDA) in partnership with PCA-accredited Coconut Farmers Associations (CFAs), Coconut Farmers Organizations (CFOs), Coconut Farmers Cooperatives (CFCs), and Local Government Units (LGUs).

Background

The Philippines’ domestic milk production (29,099.91 MT in 2023) falls far short of its annual requirement, with the country importing 2,901,365.20 MT of milk and milk products in 2023. Coconut farmers are also heavily dependent on copra, which faces global price pressure. The Dairy Integration Program directly addresses both gaps by diversifying farmer income through integrated coconut-dairy farming systems.

— objectives

Program Objectives

Increase income of coconut farmers through integrated coconut-dairy farming systems

Promote dairy and coconut farming as viable integrated farming enterprises

Enhance capacities of coconut farmers on dairy technology

Contribute to attainment of targeted national milk production

Contribute to increasing the national dairy animal population

Expand dairy areas through integrated coconut-dairy farming systems

— COMPONENTS

Interventions / Package of Assistance

Conditional Grant Scheme: Recipients are bound to sell the 3rd healthy female offspring to NDA at the fair price index. Dairy animals may NOT be sold to anyone within five (5) years. During the holding period, the recipient must submit production and animal-related reports to NDA.

Rejuvenation and Rehabilitation of Existing Dairy Production Areas

Assessment of existing coconut-dairy farms; provision of milking equipment/facilities and technical assistance

Expansion of Dairy Production Areas

Establishment of new sites within and outside NDA dairy zones; provision of dairy animals, forage assistance, artificial insemination services, animal health and nutrition support, and milk processing equipment

Establishment/Enhancement of Dairy Processing Facilities

● Upgrading of existing facilities and establishment of new cocodairy farms within various dairy zones
● Financial and technical support from PhilMech upon request

Assistance Module Includes

● Social Preparation Activities (coaching, mentoring, capacity building prior to animal distribution)
● Technical Training on dairy production, basic milk processing, and marketing (co-facilitated with ATI, TESDA, and DTI)
● Agricultural Inputs and Processing Equipment (distributed through the coconut farmer organization/cooperative per NDA module package)

— Eligibility

Who Can Avail?

ELIGIBLE COCONUT FARMERS’ ASSOCIATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS / COOPERATIVES (CFAs/CFOs/CFCs)

A. PCA-Accredited CFA/CFO/CFC

B. CDA/DOLE/SEC Registered

C. Previous experience and good track record in implementing government programs/projects

D. Area/farm assessed as suitable for dairy activities by NDA

E. Proximity to existing milk processing plants and other dairy facilities

F. Operational history of at least five (5) years. If less than 5 years, a Big Brother Cooperative must be engaged under the CDA Koop Kapatid Program

G. Expressed willingness of members to engage in dairy farming

H. Willing to allocate funds and resources in support of NDA, if necessary

ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUAL COCONUT FARMER BENEFICIARIES

Note: Items (a) to (d) for individual farmers are evaluated by PCA Regional Offices; items (e) and (f) are evaluated by NDA.
The project adopts a clustering scheme following DA’s Farm and Fisheries Clustering and Consolidation (F2C2) or a communal scheme. Gender sensitivity and inclusiveness are ensured throughout implementation.

A. Registered in the NCFRS

B. Owns at least 0.5 to 5 hectares of coconut farm

C. Active member of a PCA-accredited CFA/CFO/CFC

D. Has available farmland for forage production and animal shelter/housing as counterpart

E. Preferably with experience in caring for and managing dairy animals

F. Willing to participate in social preparation activities and capability enhancement training

— DOCUMENTARY REQUIREMENTS

What To Prepare (for CFA/CFO/CFC applications)

PCA Accreditation Certificate

CDA/DOLE/SEC Registration Certificate

Track record/accomplishment reports of past government programs

Farm suitability assessment result (issued by NDA)

Proof of proximity to milk processing plants

Board Resolution expressing willingness to engage in dairy farming

List of farmer-members to be benefited

— How to Apply

Where to File or Send Request

Partner CFAs/CFOs/CFCs and farmer-beneficiaries are jointly identified by PCA, NDA, and LGUs. Submit expressions of interest and documentary requirements to the nearest NDA Regional Office or PCA Regional Office in your area.

NDA – CFIDP Focal Persons:
Focal Person 1: Rowena E. Bautista| Email: rebautista@nda.da.gov.ph

CFIDP Program Management Office (PCA):
Email: cfidp@pca.gov.ph
Tel: (02) 8927-8116 to 09 loc. 222

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