According to the World Organization for Animal Health, pork is one of the primary sources of animal proteins, representing over 35% of the global meat consumption. This highlights the importance of pork and its crucial role in the global food supply. However, unprecedented challenges, most notably African Swine Fever (ASF), have gravely impacted not only global supplies but also the livelihoods of livestock farmers.
These challenges became the primary focus of the recent episode of the Agriconnect webinar series, which provided farmers with an opportunity to connect directly with renowned experts in the swine industry. The session offered timely, science-based insights on critical topics, including ASF, biosecurity, and productive gilt management. Over 275 customers of Aboitiz Foods’ producer brands, Pilmico and Gold Coin, joined the hybrid webinar across five key markets: Vietnam, Malaysia, China, the Philippines, and Indonesia.
“More than just a provider, Aboitiz Foods strives to be a strategic partner—committed to standing beside our customers in both opportunities and challenges. By living our value of ‘Looking ahead to serve you better,’ we focus on empowering our partners with the right support and insights to build sustainable success in a rapidly evolving agribusiness industry,” said Joeben Gamatero, Vice President, Brand & Reputation Management for Agribusiness.
The series provided a comprehensive look at the state of the industry, with experts covering three critical topics. Dr. Le Van Phan presented an update on African Swine Fever outbreaks and vaccine development, sharing the latest insights on how to combat this urgent threat. Dr. Marlon L. Linatoc discussed the vital role of biosecurity in maintaining the health and productivity of swine herds. Finally, Dr. Gladwin Tibon Seńase offered actionable guidance on productive gilt management, which is crucial for establishing a strong and sustainable sow herd. The collaborative discussions and practical insights from these experts emphasized the importance of proactive and science-based strategies for farm resilience.
Aboitiz Foods Team members from Vietnam watch the Swine edition on “Success Starts Early: Gilt Management and Biosecurity for Sustainable Herds”
Building on this momentum, the second season of Agriconnect expanded its reach with the Aqua episode in June, followed by the Swine episode, which further highlighted Aboitiz Foods’ growing regional presence. The series blended the convenience of digital accessibility and in-person engagement, as Aboitiz Foods hosted live viewing sessions and post-webinar consultations across 13 different sites. Farmers and raisers welcomed the chance to engage with experts and requested more frequent, larger-scale events in the future.
Agriconnect goes beyond the screen, creating a space where attendees can build meaningful relationships through direct, face-to-face interactions with sales and technical specialists from Pilmico and Gold Coin. These personalized consultations are crucial for understanding each customer’s unique challenges, enabling tailored, practical, and collaborative solutions.
Initiatives like Agriconnect reinforce Aboitiz Foods’ commitment to delivering lasting value. By prioritizing customer success, the organization shows its dedication to helping partners navigate an increasingly complex and competitive agricultural landscape with confidence and resilience.
FAQs:
1. What is Agriconnect?
Agriconnect is a regional webinar series organized by Aboitiz Foods that gathers industry experts to share valuable insights to help livestock and aquaculture farmers improve productivity and profitability.
2. Who can join Agriconnect?
Agriconnect is open to both existing and potential customers in the livestock and aquaculture industries.
3. Which Swine topics were covered in Agriconnect Season 2?
Agriconnect Season 2 covered key Swine topics, including African Swine Fever and Vaccine development, the importance of biosecurity in swine herd health and productivity, and productive gilt management. Disease management of African Swine Fever was a highlighted and critical topic.
4. Which regions did Agriconnect Season 2 reach?
Agriconnect Season 2 expanded its reach across five key markets: the Philippines, China, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, underscoring Aboitiz Foods’ strong regional presence in the agri-food industry.5. Who are Pilmico and Gold Coin?
Pilmico and Gold Coin are the producer brands of Aboitiz Foods. They are actively involved in supporting farmers through initiatives like Agriconnect and providing high-quality products and services to the livestock and aquaculture sectors.
