Analysis of the profitability of backyard fattener farms in selected towns of Batangas

Date

2011

Degree

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics

College

College of Economics and Management (CEM)

Adviser/Committee Chair

Cesar B. Quicoy

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Abstract

Generally, the study aimed to determine the profitability of backyard fattener swine farms in selected towns of Batangas. Specifically, the study intended to: (1) identify the factors affecting profitability, (2) describe the cultural management practices of the hog growers, (3) determine the efficiency of their production, and (4) identify problems and constraints encountered by backyard hog raising farms and recommend possible solutions. The sample municipalities were Rosario, Ibaan, Padre Garcia, Taysan, and San Jose. Only Fattener farms with 20 heads or less were considered in the study. Fifty fattener farms were randomly selected as samples. Costs and Returns Analysis was used in determining the profitability of the sample farms. In addition, Multiple linear regression analysis using Cobb-Douglas production function was used to determine the factors affecting the average final weight of the hogs. Using the three measures of profitability, results showed that the backyard farms were profitable in their venture. Results for production efficiencies showed that mortality rate and feed conversion ratio were at par with industry standards while average daily gain weight can be improved. Multiple regression analysis using Cobb-Douglas production function showed that feed quantity was highly significant at 1 percent probability and has a positive effect on average weight of hogs at time of disposal. The major problems raised by the farmer respondents regarding profitability were the prices of farm inputs, particularly piglets and feeds, and the farm gate price of fatteners. Incidence of hog diseases was also mentioned but the more pressing issue, especially at the time of survey, was the low farm gate price regarding the growing cost. The study recommends that the farmers efficiently utilize their resources by using feeding troughs and by practicing proper feeding procedures. Farmers are also recommended to attend seminars and join cooperatives to educate them more and to enable them to avail of benefits. If possible, the farmers are also advised to provide their own piglets by buying their own gilts – to prevent problems regarding the lack in piglets; and to market their own hogs to address the problem vis-à-vis the manipulation of the haulers.

Language

English

Location

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