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LISTEN WHEN SOMEONE IS TALKING

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RECALL IN YOUR PAST
LESSON
MOTIVATIONAL ACTIVITY!

Determine whether the animals that are seen at the farm are RUMINANT ANIMALS OR NON-RUMINANT.

GOAT PIG DOG

HERBIVOROUS OMNIVOROUS CARNIVOROUS

MOTIVATIONAL ACTIVITY!

Determine whether the animals that are seen at the farm are Omnivorous, Herbivorous, or Carnivorous .

CAT CHICKEN COW

CARNIVOROUS OMNIVOROUS HERBIVOROUS

MOTIVATIONAL ACTIVITY!

Provide an example of an animal that belongs into the category which includes RUMINANT and NON-RUMINANT
ANIMALS.

RUMINANT ANIMALS NON-RUMINANT ANIMALS

LESSON 1

PHILIPPINE NATIONAL
STANDARD (PNS) SALIENT
FEATURES ON RAISING
ORGANIC SMALL
RUMINANT
MELVIN G. SUMALINOG
OBJECTIVES:

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At the end of the lesson, the students would be able to;

a.) Understand the specific requirements outlined in the Philippine National Standard (PNS) .

b.) Develop an appreciation for the ethical and welfare considerations inherent in the PNS

guidelines for raising organic small ruminants,

c.) Gain practical skills in implementing the PNS standards related to organic small ruminant

production.

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WHAT IS RUMINANT ANIMAL?

“ An animal (Such as a Cow or Sheep) that

has more than one stomach and that
swallow’s food and then brings it back up
again to continue chewing it.

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Sample of Small Ruminant

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 Conversion Period

▰ Goats should be organically reared at least

180 days before slaughter.

▰ Milk from lactating goat will only be

considered as organic after 90 days of
organic rearing.
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 Animal Husbandry Management

Management of the environment of the animals shall take into account

the behavioral needs of the animals and provide for:

▰ Sufficient free movement, as applicable;

▰ Sufficient fresh air and natural daylight according to the needs of
the animals;
▰ Protection against excessive sunlight temperatures, rain and wind
according to the needs of the animals.
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 Animal Husbandry Management

Management of the environment of the animals shall take into

account the behavioral needs of the animals and provide for:

▰ Enough lying and/ or resting are according to the

needs of the animals. For all animals requiring bedding,
natural materials shall be provided:
▰ Free access to fresh water and according to the
needs of the animals.
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 Breeds and Breeding

▰ Breeding goals are such that animal diversity should be

maintained.

▰ Indigenous or native breeds should be preserved and promoted.

▰ The use of artificial insemination techniques is allowed. But shall

not use segregated, separated or modified sperm.
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 Breeds and Breeding

▰ Breeding techniques that embryo transfer, genetic

engineering, treatments with reproductive hormones
and semen sexing are not allowed.

▰ The use of genetically engineered species or breeds

is not allowed.
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Mutilations and Animal Identification

▰ Mutilations are prohibited but if it can improve welfare,

health, or hygiene of animals or for safety reasons:

▰ Castration
▰ Dehorning
Qualified personnel should carry these practices at the most
appropriate age and any suffering to the animals is reduce to a
minimum.
▰ Keeping the animals tethered is prohibited. Organic Agriculture Production
Mutilations and Animal Identification

The following methods of identification of animals are allowed;

▰ Ear Tagging
▰ Ear Notching
▰ Tattooing
Qualified personnel should carry these practices at the most
appropriate age and any suffering to the animals is reduce to a
minimum.
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 Animal Nutrition

▰ The diet shall be offered to the animals in a form

allowing them to execute their natural feeing behavior.

▰ Supplementation of vitamins and minerals is allowed

for as long as these are obtained from natural sources.

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 Animal Nutrition

Giving due consideration to the low availability of organic

feed, the following proportion of feed ration could be
used:
Year 1 50% non-organic feed, 50% organic feed

Year 2 30% non-organic feed, 70%arganic feed

Year 3 10% non-organic feed 90%organic feed

Year 4 onwards 100% organic feed

Question

Why is it important to understand and comply

with the PNS requirements?
Answer: Understanding and complying with the PNS requirements is important to ensure the production
of organic small ruminants that meet the standards for environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and
consumer health. It also helps farmers gain market access and maintain the integrity of o

What are some ethical considerations in organic

small ruminant production?
Answer: Ethical considerations in organic small ruminant production include providing a safe and healthy
environment for the animals, ensuring proper nutrition, disease prevention, and humane treatment. It
also involves promoting biodiversity and minimizing environmental impact.
ASSESTMENT
Determine if the Statement is True or False: After reading each statement, decide whether it is true or
false based on your understanding of the question below.
1. Non-ruminant animals has more than one stomach and that swallow’s food and then brings it back up again to
continue chewing it.
2. Goats should be organically reared at least 190 days before slaughter.
3. Protection against excessive sunlight temperatures, rain and wind according to the needs of the animals.
4. In Animal Nutrition it is sufficient fresh air and natural daylight according to the needs of the animals.
5. Any personnel should carry these practices at the most appropriate age and any suffering to the animals is reduce to
a minimum.
6. Keeping the animals tethered is allowed.
7. The use of artificial insemination techniques is allowed. But shall not use segregated, separated or modified sperm.
8. Ear tagging is one of the method of identification of animals
9. In year 2, 30% of non-organic feed, and 70% organic feed is the right proportion of feed ration.
10. In year 3, 20% non-organic feed, and 80% organic feed. is the right proportion of feed ration.
THANK YOU!
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