TLE 6

AGRICULTURE
WEEK 6 DAY 1
 Animal
and
Fish Raising
 Recall past lesson

Directions: Unscramble the following jumbled letters

to form new words.
______________1. ORPK
______________2. TLTCAE
______________3. LMFSIKIH
______________4. TVRENIRANIA
______________5. DOVLILOIEH
This lesson aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills,
and attitude on animal and fish raising as a very
profitable and in-demand business in the country today.
The knowledge that you will gain will serve as your
weapon to combat poverty and will help open doors of
opportunities. Cultivate this knowledge and
you will soon join the successful animal and fish raisers
in your community.
Word Hunt
Directions: Find and incircle the words listed in the box. You can find them
vertically, horizontally, or diagonally in the word puzzle below.
Persons in the community whose occupation is animal (four-
legged) and fish raising

Animal and fish raising is a worthwhile hobby and at the same

time a very profitable business that we must have to consider. We
can start doing it in our backyard and if expansion is necessary for
a growing business, one can find a bigger area for animal and fish
farming. There are some persons in the community who engaged
in this kind of business. Among them are:
1. Nemesis R. Ople of Danlugan, Pagadian City (Hog
Raiser)
2. Alfredo R. Prile of Tawagan Sur, Pagadian City
(Tilapia and Milkfish Grower)
3. Kristine Balasoto of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog
Raiser)
4. Jenelyn G. Vitalico of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Tilapia
and Hog Raiser)
5. Rosmie Baguia of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog Raiser)
6. Flordecita Pacańa of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog Raiser)
7. Edgar Iligan of Lenienza, Pagadian City (Carabao Raiser)
8. Prencisita P. Palacio of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog Raiser)
9. Janet Pancho of Lenienza, Pagadian City (Cow Raiser)
Kinds of four-legged animals/fish being
raised as means of livelihood
Hog/swine Raising

Hogs are commonly produced animals among animal

growers. They can be raised in the backyard or in the
vacant lot. Large scale piggeries should be
constructed away from residential area considering
the health hazard that these animals can cause to
people.
Hog raising is in-demand business because Filipinos
are heavy consumers of pork meat. In five to six
months’ time, this animal can be sold live or as meat to
consumers. Weanlings are sold for “lechon” purposes.
The supply of pork meat during peak seasons like
Christmas time, New year and fiesta celebration is high
that is why massive production of hogs is necessary to
meet the demand of supply.
Good housing, feeding racks, water troughs and septic
tank should be provided to pigs. Good source of water is
also necessary since pigs’ house must be maintained and
disinfected.
Although, they require a big amount of funding for their
maintenance, the return of investment is great if skills,
knowledge, and hard work are applied.
Goat Raising
Goats are also one of the
most farmed
animals among Filipinos
because they are easy to
raise, require a minimum
investment, and multiply
fast.
Goats need good housing, feeding racks, drinking
troughs, and an open grassland.
Chevon or goat meat is rich source of
protein and is just affordable by many. The
production of chevon meat has increased
because people opted to buy this kind of meat for it is
low in calories, saturated fat, and has a unique taste and
flavor.
Cattle or Cow Raising
Cattle raising provides meat and
dairy products such as milk, cheese,
butter, and
yogurt. Although they require big
amount of capital investment
because they are
expensive animal, they have less
maintenance requirement compared
to hog raising
since they just feed on grasses.
Beef is a popular meat among Filipinos and costs higher than the
pork meat thus, cattle raising has a good return of investment to
cattle growers if enough knowledge, skills and attitude are
applied.
Cows need pasture land for feeding, roaming and water troughs
for drinking. They are resistant to diseases and fast-growing
animals.
Milk production is a popular and a very profitable business today.
In fact, cow’s milk is used in school’s feeding program because
of its high nutritive value.
 Carabao Raising
The Carabao is known as our national
animal of the country. It helps farmers in
many ways that is why they are regarded
as the best buddy of the farmers in the
farm.
They are not only raised for farming, but
for meat consumption as well since the
carabeef, (carabao’s meat) is a good
quality meat with a market price higher
than the cow’s meat.

This farm animal is an excellent producer of milk that is why

carabao raisers are making profit out of it.
 Rabbit raising
Rabbitry is becoming a livelihood
nowadays. Rabbits are raised for
meat consumption and pets’
purposes. Rabbit meat which is
rarely eaten can be a good
alternative to pork and beef
because of its quality meat. They
are also resistant to diseases.
 Kinds of Fish being Cultured as
Means of Livelihood

1.Milkfish (Chanos chanos)

Milkfish is the national fish of
Philippines and it is known locally
as ‘bangus.’ Milkfish is a
delectable fish which grows fast
and can tolerate a wide range of
salinity.
The culture of milkfish in brackish water ponds
and pens is an age-old and traditional practice
in many tropical countries such as Philippines.
It is farmed in freshwater ponds, lakes,
reservoirs, and marine cages. Many important
characters make milkfish a desirable species to
culture:
• Herbivorous feeding habit, which reduces production
cost and gives more profit to the farmer.
• Rapid growth rate compared to other herbivorous
fishes.
• Readily acceptance of formulated pellet feed under
culture conditions.
• Easy culture practice with other cultivable species like
Shrimps, Mullet, Tilapia, and Carps, etc.
• Due to its non-cannibalistic nature, stocking
density can be high in culture
conditions compared to other finfishes.
• Tolerance of wide range of salinity makes them
suitable to culture in different salinity.
• Shiny, attractive appearance makes it potential
live bait in the tuna industry.
2. Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Tilapia is good fish for culture, it
can be breed in ponds, cages, or
fish pens. It feeds oraciously on
most natural food-like planktons,
bottom biota presents in ponds, but
prefer vegetative foods.
Tilapia is a common name for nearly
100 species of tilapia used in culturing fish.
Many people culture tilapia because it is easy
to raise and it is a fastgrowing fish and can
survive in any bodies of water either in
seawater or in freshwater and any type of
environment
 3. Catfish (Clarias batrachus)
Clarias batrachus is a black, slippery
fish with mustache to aid it in
swimming. It is called
catfish in English, hito in Ilocos, ito in
Pampanga, and pantat in Pangasinan,
Cebu and Iloilo.

Catfish are resistant to disease, can be stocked at high densities, and

tolerates low water quality. Catfish are usually found in marshes, rice
fields, swamps, streams, rivers, lakes, irrigation canals, or in any body or
fresh water.
Catfish are carnivores, but can feed on small
bottom dwelling animals, rice bran, kitchen
refuse, fish meal, or formulated feeds.
 4. Mudfish (Clarias Anguillaries)
Mudfish is among the fish that
can be cultured in the backyard.
This fresh water fish is locally
known as “dalag” in tagalog
and “haluan” in Cebuano.

They usually lived on rice fields, streams, irrigation

canals, swamps, marshals, rivers, and lakes.
Directions: Complete the crossword puzzle by answering the
questions below.
Directions: Fill in the missing words to complete
the sentences.
______________is a means of livelihood or a
source of income to many Filipino families.
Animal houses must be ________________ and
______________ regularly to avoid the spread of
disease in the community.
_________________provides meat and dairy
products such as milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt.
___________are also one of the most farmed animals
among Filipinos because they are easy to raise,
require a minimum investment, and multiply fast.
______________ is needed in hog raising for proper
disposal of hogs’ waste.
Direction: Read the sentences carefully then choose the
answer from the box below.
1. Learn from other people’s previous
experiences always think of ways to do
business deals better.

2. Get in touch with direct buyers, consumers,

and retailers in your area.
3. Know the office of the provincial veterinarian
or the local office of
the Bureau of Animal industry (BAI).
4. It supplies meat/pork as viand and source of
family income
5. It is the source of income and the meat eaten
as food and
sometimes take care as hobby.
THANK YOU
FOR
LISTENING!
TLE 6
AGRICULTURE
WEEK 6 DAY 2
 Animal
and
Fish Raising
This lesson aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills,
and attitude on animal and fish raising as a very
profitable and in-demand business in the country today.
The knowledge that you will gain will serve as your
weapon to combat poverty and will help open doors of
opportunities. Cultivate this knowledge and
you will soon join the successful animal and fish raisers
in your community.
Persons in the community whose occupation is animal (four-
legged) and fish raising

Animal and fish raising is a worthwhile hobby and at the same

time a very profitable business that we must have to consider. We
can start doing it in our backyard and if expansion is necessary for
a growing business, one can find a bigger area for animal and fish
farming. There are some persons in the community who engaged
in this kind of business. Among them are:
1. Nemesis R. Ople of Danlugan, Pagadian City (Hog
Raiser)
2. Alfredo R. Prile of Tawagan Sur, Pagadian City
(Tilapia and Milkfish Grower)
3. Kristine Balasoto of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog
Raiser)
4. Jenelyn G. Vitalico of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Tilapia
and Hog Raiser)
5. Rosmie Baguia of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog Raiser)
6. Flordecita Pacańa of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog Raiser)
7. Edgar Iligan of Lenienza, Pagadian City (Carabao Raiser)
8. Prencisita P. Palacio of Tiguma, Pagadian City (Hog Raiser)
9. Janet Pancho of Lenienza, Pagadian City (Cow Raiser)
Kinds of four-legged animals/fish being
raised as means of livelihood
Hog/swine Raising

Hogs are commonly produced animals among animal

growers. They can be raised in the backyard or in the
vacant lot. Large scale piggeries should be
constructed away from residential area considering
the health hazard that these animals can cause to
people.
Hog raising is in-demand business because Filipinos
are heavy consumers of pork meat. In five to six
months’ time, this animal can be sold live or as meat to
consumers. Weanlings are sold for “lechon” purposes.
The supply of pork meat during peak seasons like
Christmas time, New year and fiesta celebration is high
that is why massive production of hogs is necessary to
meet the demand of supply.
Good housing, feeding racks, water troughs and septic
tank should be provided to pigs. Good source of water is
also necessary since pigs’ house must be maintained and
disinfected.
Although, they require a big amount of funding for their
maintenance, the return of investment is great if skills,
knowledge, and hard work are applied.
Goat Raising
Goats are also one of the
most farmed
animals among Filipinos
because they are easy to
raise, require a minimum
investment, and multiply
fast.
Goats need good housing, feeding racks, drinking
troughs, and an open grassland.
Chevon or goat meat is rich source of
protein and is just affordable by many. The
production of chevon meat has increased
because people opted to buy this kind of meat for it is
low in calories, saturated fat, and has a unique taste and
flavor.
Cattle or Cow Raising
Cattle raising provides meat and
dairy products such as milk, cheese,
butter, and
yogurt. Although they require big
amount of capital investment
because they are
expensive animal, they have less
maintenance requirement compared
to hog raising
since they just feed on grasses.
Beef is a popular meat among Filipinos and costs higher than the
pork meat thus, cattle raising has a good return of investment to
cattle growers if enough knowledge, skills and attitude are
applied.
Cows need pasture land for feeding, roaming and water troughs
for drinking. They are resistant to diseases and fast-growing
animals.
Milk production is a popular and a very profitable business today.
In fact, cow’s milk is used in school’s feeding program because
of its high nutritive value.
 Carabao Raising
The Carabao is known as our national
animal of the country. It helps farmers in
many ways that is why they are regarded
as the best buddy of the farmers in the
farm.
They are not only raised for farming, but
for meat consumption as well since the
carabeef, (carabao’s meat) is a good
quality meat with a market price higher
than the cow’s meat.

This farm animal is an excellent producer of milk that is why

carabao raisers are making profit out of it.
 Rabbit raising
Rabbitry is becoming a livelihood
nowadays. Rabbits are raised for
meat consumption and pets’
purposes. Rabbit meat which is
rarely eaten can be a good
alternative to pork and beef
because of its quality meat. They
are also resistant to diseases.
 Kinds of Fish being Cultured as
Means of Livelihood

1.Milkfish (Chanos chanos)

Milkfish is the national fish of
Philippines and it is known locally
as ‘bangus.’ Milkfish is a
delectable fish which grows fast
and can tolerate a wide range of
salinity.
The culture of milkfish in brackish water ponds
and pens is an age-old and traditional practice
in many tropical countries such as Philippines.
It is farmed in freshwater ponds, lakes,
reservoirs, and marine cages. Many important
characters make milkfish a desirable species to
culture:
• Herbivorous feeding habit, which reduces production
cost and gives more profit to the farmer.
• Rapid growth rate compared to other herbivorous
fishes.
• Readily acceptance of formulated pellet feed under
culture conditions.
• Easy culture practice with other cultivable species like
Shrimps, Mullet, Tilapia, and Carps, etc.
• Due to its non-cannibalistic nature, stocking
density can be high in culture
conditions compared to other finfishes.
• Tolerance of wide range of salinity makes them
suitable to culture in different salinity.
• Shiny, attractive appearance makes it potential
live bait in the tuna industry.
2. Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Tilapia is good fish for culture, it
can be breed in ponds, cages, or
fish pens. It feeds oraciously on
most natural food-like planktons,
bottom biota presents in ponds, but
prefer vegetative foods.
Tilapia is a common name for nearly
100 species of tilapia used in culturing fish.
Many people culture tilapia because it is easy
to raise and it is a fastgrowing fish and can
survive in any bodies of water either in
seawater or in freshwater and any type of
environment
 3. Catfish (Clarias batrachus)
Clarias batrachus is a black, slippery
fish with mustache to aid it in
swimming. It is called
catfish in English, hito in Ilocos, ito in
Pampanga, and pantat in Pangasinan,
Cebu and Iloilo.

Catfish are resistant to disease, can be stocked at high densities, and

tolerates low water quality. Catfish are usually found in marshes, rice
fields, swamps, streams, rivers, lakes, irrigation canals, or in any body or
fresh water.
Catfish are carnivores, but can feed on small
bottom dwelling animals, rice bran, kitchen
refuse, fish meal, or formulated feeds.
 4. Mudfish (Clarias Anguillaries)
Mudfish is among the fish that
can be cultured in the backyard.
This fresh water fish is locally
known as “dalag” in tagalog
and “haluan” in Cebuano.

They usually lived on rice fields, streams, irrigation

canals, swamps, marshals, rivers, and lakes.
Directions: Fill in the missing words to complete
the sentences.
______________is a means of livelihood or a
source of income to many Filipino families.
Animal houses must be ________________ and
______________ regularly to avoid the spread of
disease in the community.
_________________provides meat and dairy
products such as milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt.
___________are also one of the most farmed animals
among Filipinos because they are easy to raise,
require a minimum investment, and multiply fast.
______________ is needed in hog raising for proper
disposal of hogs’ waste.
Identify the four legged animals/fish being raised as means of
livelihood.
1. I am fat. I have a delicious meat/ pork. I am a source of income.
Who I am _______________
2. I eat grass. I produce milk. I have a delicious meat.
Who I am _______________
3. I am big. I live in the farm. I eat grass also. And I give milk and
meat. Who I am ___________
4. I move and swim fast. I can give meat. Who I am __________
Enumerate the Kinds of four-
legged animals/fish being raised as
means of livelihood that we have
discussed.
THANK YOU
FOR
LISTENING!
TLE 6
AGRICULTURE
WEEK 6 DAY 3
 Animal
and
Fish Raising
This lesson aims to equip you with the knowledge, skills,
and attitude on animal and fish raising as a very
profitable and in-demand business in the country today.
The knowledge that you will gain will serve as your
weapon to combat poverty and will help open doors of
opportunities. Cultivate this knowledge and
you will soon join the successful animal and fish raisers
in your community.
Possible Hazards that Animal Raising can Cause to
the People and Community

Animal and fish raising is a good source of livelihood

that one can benefit a lot
from it if it is properly managed, however, they can
also cause hazard to people and
community if certain protocols are not being followed.
Animals may cause damage to
property, harm to people, or negative effect to one’s
health.
Thus, animal grower must be well-aware of the
possible hazards that their animals can cause and
be sensitive enough to the people around.

A veterinarian must be consulted to monitor the

health condition of the animals.
1.Pollution – Not properly disposed animal waste and
let exposed in the backyard or left
uncovered for drying, can produce unpleasant smell to
the surrounding and community causing air pollution.
This animal waste attracts insects which can be carrier
of diseasescausing bacteria lead to sickness of making
the people surround the vicinity sick.
2. Infection and Diseases – Flies and insects
carry disease-causing bacteria that settle on
food which can lead to sickness like diarrhea,
food poisoning, skin infections and other
diseases.
3. Fly and Insect Infestations – Flies and insect
infestations should be controlled so that they cannot
multiply fast. It can spread out to the community
causing disturbance, stress, and diseases. If these sick
animals are not properly treated, it can cause damage
to the health of the people.
 Ways to Prevent brought about by Raising Animals

To prevent these hazards, it is the responsibility of every

animal raiser to do the following:

1.Put up septic tank for the proper disposal of animal

waste.
2. Establish the housing of animals away from houses and
the neighborhood.
3. Have enough fences/walls and tries to minimize
air pollution caused by decayed animal wastes.

4. Clean and regularly disinfect the houses of

animals.
5. Bathe animal regularly.
6. Have adequate space for animals to move about for
exercise and promote good health. For instance, three
to four hogs can be housed comfortably in a 2 meter
by 2-meter concrete enclosure with roofing.

7. Quarantine new hogs for 30 days before having

them joined with other hogs to ensure the safety and
health of the regular hogs as well as the new ones.
8. Inquire to the animal technician or veterinary
always.

9. Burn animals immediately which died due to

sickness to avoid the spread of diseases and bacteria.

10. Maintain health and sanitation program for

animals to ensure their health and safety.
 Market demands for animal/fish products and by-products

Fish and animal meat are part of our daily diet. They are protein-
rich foods and are considered as staple food of the Filipino family.
However, due to rapid population growth of the country, the
supply and demand for pork, beef, carabeef, chevon (goat meat)
as well as in fish like tilapia, milkfish, and catfish increases. Thus,
animal and fish production must be given importance to meet the
need of time.
Dairy products like milk, cheese, yogurt, and butter that are sold at
grocery stores come from cattle animals. These are by-products of
animal raising that animal growers are making a profit of. High
production of dairy products is needed for a growing population.
 Direct Consumers or retailers

• Direct-to-consumer – This means that selling the

products directly to the costumers or consumers without
passing through the middlemen, third-party retailers, or
wholesalers.

• Retailers – This refers to a person that sells the products

in a moderately small amount for use.
A. Name the Possible Hazards that Animal Raising can Cause to
the People and Community.
1.
2.
3.

B. What are the ways to Prevent these hazards brought about by

Raising Animals?
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
How to become a successful and
responsible animal raiser?
Let us find out how much you know and where you are by
answering the questions that follow. Choose the letter of the
correct answer by encircling them.

1. Which of the following animals can give us a pork meat?

2. Which of the following animals can be raised as means of
livelihood?
A. snake B. goat C. monkey D. elephant
3. All of the following animals are four-legged EXCEPT:
A. pig B. carabao C. cow D. quail
4. Which group of animals/fish can be raised as a source of
income?
A. tilapia, shark, milkfish B. pig, cow, deer
C. eel, catfish, w h a l e D. cow, goat, carabao
5. Which is NOT a possible hazard in animal and fish raising?
A. pollution C. fly and infestation
B. infection and diseases D. good source of livelihood

6. Which of the following does not belong to the group of

livestock animals?
A. cattle C. pig
B. goats D. chicken
7. It is a place where animal waste is being disposed to avoid pollution and
spread of diseases.
A. septic tank C. compartment
B. man hole D. underground area

8. Which statement is NOT true about animal and fish raising?

A. Animal and fish raising can be a profitable business if being properly
managed.
B. Animal and fish raising is a means of livelihood to may Filipino families.
C. Animal and fish raising does not give one a profit and enjoyment.
D. Animal and fish raising can give us pleasure and sense of fulfilment.
9. A person who is eligible to treat diseases and injury of animal.
A. Pediatrician B. Surgeon C. Quack doctor D. Veterinarian

10. Which of the following animals is considered as the farmer’s helper?

THANK YOU
FOR
LISTENING!
TLE 6
AGRICULTURE
WEEK 6 DAY 4
 Animal
and
Fish Raising
Do you want to raise animal?
What animal do you want to raise?
Why?
Possible Hazards that Animal Raising can Cause to
the People and Community

Animal and fish raising is a good source of livelihood

that one can benefit a lot
from it if it is properly managed, however, they can
also cause hazard to people and
community if certain protocols are not being followed.
Animals may cause damage to
property, harm to people, or negative effect to one’s
health.
Thus, animal grower must be well-aware of the
possible hazards that their animals can cause and
be sensitive enough to the people around.

A veterinarian must be consulted to monitor the

health condition of the animals.
1.Pollution – Not properly disposed animal waste and
let exposed in the backyard or left
uncovered for drying, can produce unpleasant smell to
the surrounding and community causing air pollution.
This animal waste attracts insects which can be carrier
of diseasescausing bacteria lead to sickness of making
the people surround the vicinity sick.
2. Infection and Diseases – Flies and insects
carry disease-causing bacteria that settle on
food which can lead to sickness like diarrhea,
food poisoning, skin infections and other
diseases.
3. Fly and Insect Infestations – Flies and insect
infestations should be controlled so that they cannot
multiply fast. It can spread out to the community
causing disturbance, stress, and diseases. If these sick
animals are not properly treated, it can cause damage
to the health of the people.
 Ways to Prevent brought about by Raising Animals

To prevent these hazards, it is the responsibility of every

animal raiser to do the following:

1.Put up septic tank for the proper disposal of animal

waste.
2. Establish the housing of animals away from houses and
the neighborhood.
3. Have enough fences/walls and tries to minimize
air pollution caused by decayed animal wastes.

4. Clean and regularly disinfect the houses of

animals.
5. Bathe animal regularly.
6. Have adequate space for animals to move about for
exercise and promote good health. For instance, three
to four hogs can be housed comfortably in a 2 meter
by 2-meter concrete enclosure with roofing.

7. Quarantine new hogs for 30 days before having

them joined with other hogs to ensure the safety and
health of the regular hogs as well as the new ones.
8. Inquire to the animal technician or veterinary
always.

9. Burn animals immediately which died due to

sickness to avoid the spread of diseases and bacteria.

10. Maintain health and sanitation program for

animals to ensure their health and safety.
 Market demands for animal/fish products and by-products

Fish and animal meat are part of our daily diet. They are protein-
rich foods and are considered as staple food of the Filipino family.
However, due to rapid population growth of the country, the
supply and demand for pork, beef, carabeef, chevon (goat meat)
as well as in fish like tilapia, milkfish, and catfish increases. Thus,
animal and fish production must be given importance to meet the
need of time.
Dairy products like milk, cheese, yogurt, and butter that are sold at
grocery stores come from cattle animals. These are by-products of
animal raising that animal growers are making a profit of. High
production of dairy products is needed for a growing population.
 Direct Consumers or retailers

• Direct-to-consumer – This means that selling the

products directly to the costumers or consumers without
passing through the middlemen, third-party retailers, or
wholesalers.

• Retailers – This refers to a person that sells the products

in a moderately small amount for use.
Directions: Conduct a survey of persons in
your community whose occupation is animal
(four – legged) and fish raising.
How to become a successful and
responsible animal raiser?
Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

1. The term used for four-legged animal.

A. poultry B. production
C. crops D. livestock

2. This type of fish can be breed in ponds, cages, or fish

pens and feeds voraciously on
most natural-food-like planktons, bottom biota, and
vegetable foods.
A. milkfish B. catfish C tilapia D. whales
3. This is a place where animal waste is being
disposed.
A. manhole B. compartment
C. sinkhole D. septic tank

4. All of the following are benefits of animal and

fish raising EXCEPT:
A. money B. food C. recreation D. debt
5. Which of the following must you do to prevent possible hazards
on animal and fish raising from occurring?
9. Which would be the ideal place for raising, breeding,
and pasturing cattle?

A. farm B. seaside C. g a r d e n D. ponds

10. What could be the reason why piggeries especially large-scale
piggeries be constructed away from residential area?

A. Pigs grow faster when they are living away from people.
B. People have other domesticated animals like dogs and cats that
can distract
them from sleeping.
C. Animal wastes can cause health risks to residents.
D. Pigs can be stolen that is why they should not be with the
residents.
THANK YOU
FOR
LISTENING!