True nourishment extends beyond the bag; it thrives on shared knowledge and collective action.
Guided by its brand promise, “Together, We Nourish the Future,” Aboitiz Foods, through its subsidiary Pilmico Foods Corporation (Pilmico), supported initiatives across the Philippines that promote animal health and biosecurity and support livelihoods.
Embodying the core value of responsibility, Pilmico worked alongside local governments and communities to champion responsible animal care, livestock production, and disaster resilience – bringing its commitment to creating shared value through knowledge-sharing, community empowerment, and volunteerism.
In March, as part of the nationwide observance of Rabies Awareness Month, Pilmico donated Maxime pet food and participated in veterinary missions, pet vaccination drives, and information campaigns, promoting safer communities for both animals and people.
Continuing its efforts to empower livestock communities through education and knowledge-sharing, Pilmico also conducted a series of Seminar Blitz in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte and Baybay City, Leyte. Implemented in partnership with city agricultural offices, the seminars focused on animal health management, disease prevention, responsible backyard livestock production, and African Swine Fever (ASF) awareness.
“We believe prevention is always better than a cure. We conduct these seminars to help every farmer gain confidence to minimize losses and maximize herd performance,” said Veterinary Services and Technical Specialist Dr. Jayenne Daladar, adding, “Through knowledge-sharing, we are building a foundation of trust that drives higher productivity, increased income, and a more sustainable future for our farming communities.”
In Iligan City, Pilmico also extended assistance to animals affected by Typhoon Basyang by providing hard SBF horse feed to help sustain livestock and companion animals impacted by the typhoon.
From supporting nationwide health campaigns to mobilizing localized biosecurity seminars and disaster relief, Aboitiz Foods translates corporate values into measurable community impact. Read the full story here.
Frequently Asked Questions
1: What is this article about?
This article covers a series of animal health and community support initiatives carried out across the Philippines, including participation in Rabies Awareness Month, a Seminar Blitz series for livestock farmers, and disaster relief for animals affected by Typhoon Basyang. It demonstrates how corporate responsibility translates into practical, on-the-ground action that supports farmers, animals, and communities simultaneously.
2: How was Rabies Awareness Month supported through community action?
In observance of the national Rabies Awareness Month, pet food was donated and volunteers participated in veterinary missions, pet vaccination drives, and information campaigns in various locations across the Philippines. These combined efforts promoted safer communities for both animals and people, focusing especially on preventive care and community education around responsible animal ownership and disease prevention.
3: What were the Seminar Blitz initiatives and who did they benefit?
A series of agricultural Seminar Blitz sessions were conducted in Samal Island, Davao Del Norte and Baybay City, Leyte in partnership with city agricultural offices. The seminars covered animal health management, disease prevention, responsible backyard livestock production, and African Swine Fever (ASF) awareness. These sessions directly empowered smallholder farmers and backyard raisers with practical knowledge to protect their herds and improve productivity.
4: Why is knowledge-sharing considered central to supporting farming communities?
Equipping farmers with accurate, science-based information helps them prevent disease outbreaks, minimize losses, and manage herd performance with greater confidence. Education reduces dependence on reactive, costly interventions by building proactive habits. When farmers understand biosecurity and animal health fundamentals, their productivity and income improve — creating a more resilient and sustainable local agricultural ecosystem over the long term.
5: How did the community respond to Typhoon Basyang, and what support was provided to animals?
Following Typhoon Basyang, assistance was extended to animals in Iligan City that were affected by the disaster. Hard SBF horse feed was provided to the city to help sustain livestock and companion animals during the recovery period. The relief effort reflected a recognition that animals are among the most vulnerable during natural disasters and that their welfare is integral to community resilience and livelihood recovery.
