Arnel Corpuz Champions Sustainable Cattle Farming in the Philippines
Arnel Corpuz, a long-time advocate of the Philippine cattle industry, has dedicated his life to sharing knowledge and practical solutions for cattle raising. Traveling across the country, he teaches farmers and enthusiasts how to improve production and unlock the industry’s potential. As part of his sustainability efforts, Corpuz self-published the Philippine Cattle Feeding Handbook: Feeding Cattle the Philippine Way, Inspired by Global Best Practices. He said the book was born out of necessity. “The handbook is for every cattle raiser in the Philippines. It is a comprehensive guide written for both backyard raisers and large-scale farms.” Born in Kiamba, Sarangani Province, Corpuz grew up witnessing the struggles of farmers who lacked access to information and institutional support. His own journey began as a janitor in a cattle feedlot in South Cotabato. Years later, he rose to become manager of a 30,000-head Wagyu fattening facility in Australia. Although he left college early...
