Payamang pamayanan: How Buliran’s unity drives carapreneurship success Apr 2025 None carapreneurship By Ronaline Canute If there is a community that commendably embodies the spirit of excellence in unity in carapreneurship, it would be the people of Buliran, San Antonio, Nueva Ecija. If there is a community that commendably embodies the spirit of excellence in unity in carapreneurship, it would be the people of Buliran, San Antonio, Nueva Ecija. In Buliran, it’s rare to find a household without a carabao. This animal has become deeply embedded in their culture and identity, with many locals recounting how carabao rearing has been a longstanding tradition passed down through generations. One of those who can prove the significance of the carabao to the people of Buliran is its Barangay Captain, Hon. Rosalie Mendoza. “I have eight siblings, and each of us has a carabao to take care of. When I would milk mine, I was happy because it meant I had a school allowance,” Mendoza reminisced. Today, the people of Buliran sell their freshly harvested milk at PHP25 per bottle. Among their customers are Aying’s Pastillas and several private individuals. To celebrate the abundance brought forth by carabao raising, the barangay held its first-ever Carabao Festival on April 3, 2025. During the event, farmers showcased their finest crossbred carabaos. The festival featured a carabao contest, with categories including Best Heifer, Heaviest Male Carabao, Best Cow, and Best Dressed. The owners of the winning carabao received cash prizes, while other participants were awarded consolation prizes. The increasing number of crossbred carabaos in Buliran has been made possible through the continuous effort of the DA-Philippine Carabao Center (DA-PCC) in harnessing artificial insemination (AI) as a strategy to steadily build up its base of improved carabao breeds. Also contributing to this success is the continuous monitoring and conduct of animal health-related activities of DA-PCC’s National Impact Zone (NIZ). Another key to the success of Buliran’s carapreneurship lies in the strong leadership and unity within the community. The barangay’s vision and mission are rooted in impressing on the minds of the people that unity is the means of prosperity and peaceful living. As carabao raising continues to prosper in Buliran, Barangay Captain Mendoza hopes that their successful path as carapreneurs will be inherited by future generations. This vision of Mendoza seems achievable, as even the younger generation is enthusiastic about carabao rearing. Jeremie Mendoza, a 12-year-old Grade 6 student, has been caring for his carabao since he was seven. He fondly refers to his carabao, whom he named “Jr. Anmar”, as both a friend and a member of the family.
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