There are different types of abnormal or unusual eggs that poultry raisers may come across. Some of these abnormalities include eggs with no shell, soft shells, thin egg shells, double yolks, no yolks, abnormal color pigmentation, eggs within eggs, lash eggs, and many more. Each abnormality has its own reasons and causes for forming. In our case, we have one chicken named Kaber that consistently lays eggs with rough and thin egg shells. As for the egg shown in the picture, it was laid by another hen, and we cannot determine the specific abnormality of its shape. (A) Oddly shaped egg (B) Normal egg The main reasons for the formation of oddly shaped eggs, as well as soft and thin eggs, are stress and a lack of calcium in the hen's diet. When hens are under stress, the secretions from the shell gland cells become acidic, which can lead to cell damage or destruction, resulting in misshapen eggs that may not be fully formed. During the egg formation process in the shell gland, whic...

A Blind Snake (Indotyphlops braminus) commonly known as Brahminy Blind Snake is often mistaken for earthworm because of this habit, appearance and size. According to Wikipedia, the adult measure 2-6 inches long, making it the smallest snake creation. This snake is known as nonvenomous snake creation which mean it's harmless to human. If you will see them in your house don't be scared, they are mostly stayed in the area of our house with slightly cool temperature.  I found this blind snake under the ground nearby our house Blind snakes mostly like as earthworms they are burrowing animals too. They consumed termites, ants, and other soft-bodied arthropods which all found in their habitat (the soil). This kind of small animals could help to control the population of other living organisms under the soil. Which they serves as the predator of small insects and arthropods under the soil habitat. sources:    • https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indotyphlops_braminus...

Young pigs require iron to help protect their bodies against potential illnesses. Pigs are born with approximately 40-50mg of iron reserves in their bodies, which can last for only four days. Therefore, supplemental iron should be given to young pigs as early as possible, preferably on their 3rd day after birth. An injection of 100mg/1ml of iron content should be administered to support their iron needs and prevent anemia, which can occur after 10-15 days. To improve the survival rate, another dose of iron should be given to the young pig on its 10th or 14th day after birth. A deficiency of iron, an essential mineral for piglets, can lead to anemia (a low level of hemoglobin in the red blood cells). Anemia can result in difficulty breathing for animals due to reduced oxygen transportation in the body, making the animal more susceptible to diseases. Here is the proper way to inject iron into piglets: Prepare a bottle of iron, a syringe, cotton, and alcohol. Fill the syringe with 1ml ...

A TI Bicol had distributed starter kits to more than one hundred Indigenous People (IPs) of the Agta Tribe at Ocampo, Camarines Sur in their support to the Department of Agriculture Plant, Plant, Plant Program. Department of Agriculture will never stop by the Virus (COVID-19) to help communities who need their support.  ATI Bicol at Ocampo, Camarines Sur | ATI BICOL Facebook page "(In) coordinated by CARE-CD, an NGO, and the Center shall also improve the barangay communal garden in partnership with Barangay Chairman Eric Nape of Villaflorida, Ocampo, Camarines Sur." - ATI Bicol FB page

T he DA-Bureau of Plant Industry makes close door service to all individuals or groups who have interest for planting. An easy way to request free seeds has been launched online using a Google Form. This is the newly strategy of DA-BPI to ensure the food sustainability and food security in every household during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Photo by Bureau of Plant Industry | Facebook Page DA chief said “Home gardening is a productive family activity during this quarantine period" The parent of every household must teach their children with new skills for them to learn an additional knowledge and ideas, especially in farming. This project of Department of Agriculture (DA) will serves as starter kit to start Urban Gardening. This form provided by DA-BPI is for individuals/households only. If you have an organization or you are one of this member you could sent them a request via email. Send a letter of request indicating relevant information; list of beneficiarie...

Chicken eggs need to be incubated at a temperature of 37 - 39 degrees Celsius, either through natural incubation or using an incubator. After 19 to 21 days of brooding, the first crack may become visible on the egg's surface. However, it is important not to assist the chick in breaking out of the shell at this point, as it can have severe impacts on the chick's health, especially if the eggshell cracks on the 19th day of incubation. The chicks should fully consume their food inside the shell. The yolk serves as a nutritive material during the embryonic period, while the albumen (egg white) provides protein for cell development. Both of these play an essential role in the embryo's development. What part does the chick use for pipping?  The Chick's Egg tooth, which is lost soon after hatching, is responsible for pipping. An egg tooth is a small, elongated bone above the upper mandible. The chick's neck muscle, called the pipping muscle, helps it reach the egg surf...

T he Department of Agriculture providing free seeds and seedlings for every Filipino to promote "grow your own foods" and "Urban Gardening" as a key to support in our daily needs amidst COVID-19 Crisis. We can help government and our family by planting veggies in our backyard. 🤔 For me, para lahat magkaroon ng seeds sa bawat tahanan. Why they can not try to add seeds in the "Relief pack" ? 🤔 What do you think mga Ka-Farmers? Contact BPI: bpi.crpsd.planning@gmail.com (02) 8525-7313/(02) 8524-0837 Bicol: DA-ATI, Diversion Road, San Agustin, Pili, Camarines Sur. Sources: ati.da.gov.ph / bpi.da.gov.ph

Carrots are root vegetables that can be regrown from the carrot tops or tops with about one inch of the carrot itself. Instead of discarding the carrot tops, they can be used to sprout new leaves and grow new carrot greens. To regrow carrots from the tops, follow these steps: Cut off the carrot tops, leaving about an inch of the carrot attached. Place the carrot tops in a shallow dish or container with water, ensuring that the cut end is submerged. Change the water every few days to keep it fresh. After a week or two, you should start to see new leaves sprouting from the tops. Once the new leaves have grown, you can transplant the carrot tops into a pot or garden bed with well-draining soil. Carrots are not only delicious but also rich in various vitamins and minerals, particularly beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A in the body and is essential for good vision, immune function, and overall health. So, regrowing carrots not only allows you to enjoy their...

N aitanong mo ba sa iyong sarili kung lahat ng tao ay maliligtas? Lahat ba na gumagawa ng mabuti ay maliligtas? Ang mga katanungan ito ay hindi kayang sagutin nino man. Walang sino man sa atin ang nakakaalam sa mga maaring mangyari at sa darating. Kaya wala tayong karapatang humusga sa bawat isa at sa bawat mananampalataya. Ngunit ang Panginoong Hesus ay nagpaalala sa atin na makipot ang daan patungo sa kaharian ng Diyos. Ito ang sagot ng Panginoon sa nagtanong sa Kaniya ng ganito, “Ginoo, kakaunti po ba ang maliligtas? Sinabi Niya sa kanila, Lucas 13:24 “Pagsikapan ninyong makapasok sa makipot na pintuan.” Bakit makipot ang pintuan patungo sa Langit at maluwang naman ang papunta sa kapahamakan? ( Mateo 7:13-14 ) Sa panahon natin ngayon marami na ang lumalaganap na mga bagay na ginagamit ng diyablo bilang instrumento sa panunukso sa mga mahihina ang pananampalataya at sa mga walang pananampalataya sa Diyos. Ang mga ito ay ginagamit ng kaaway upang ilayo tayo sa gawaing mabuti. Ta...

A ng egg incubator ay isang paraan sa pagpapapisa ng itlog gamit ang natural na init ng incandescent bulb. May mga iba’t ibang uri ng egg incubator. Mayroong gawa sa karton, styrofoam, plastic container, bakal, at flywoods. Sa article na ito ibabahagi ko sa inyo kung paano gumawa ng mini homemade egg incubator gamit ang styrofoam.  Sa paggawa ng egg incubator kailangan natin ng styrofoam, small monitoring glass (optional), small cup, sponge, water, amazon screen, wire, incandescent bulb, thermostat, at eggs. Ito ay ang pasunod-sunod kung paano gumawa ng egg incubator:  1. Gumawa ng tatlong maliliit na butas sa gilid ng Styrofoam. Dapat ito ay nasa gitna at maaring kasing laki lamang ng iyong hinliliit. Gumawa ulit ng isang malaking butas sa taas/takip ng Styrofoam. Ang malaking butas ay kailangan may takip. Ang mga butas na ito ay magsisilbing daanan ng hangin papasok at palabas ng incubator. Ang malaking butas ay may dalawang gamit; una, kapag mabilis tumaas ang ...