The College of Micronesia’s Land Grant Program (COM LGP) recently hosted a three-day trainer’s workshop on animal health and production. The event was held at the CTEC building next to the COM- LGP office in Kolonia, Pohnpei, and brought together extension agents and other agriculture participants from Palau, the Marshall Islands, and the Federated States of Micronesia.
The primary objectives of the workshop were to equip selected trainers with the knowledge and practical skills needed to master artificial insemination techniques in pigs with a special focus on reproductive management and care during estrus to ensure successful breeding outcomes, safety, and sustainable practices and approaches in poultry and free ranging.
The program opened with welcoming remarks from Pohnpei chief of agriculture Mr. Kordy Carl followed by a brief opening remark from the Executive Director of COM Land Grant. Throughout the workshop, participants were fully engaged in dynamic presentations showcasing cutting-edge techniques in livestock production. The interactive training platform not only involved knowledge sharing, but actual hands-on experiences. One highlight was the trainees visit to the Madolenihmw pilot farm where live individual demonstrations of swine seamen collection and artificial insemination was conducted—an intricate process requiring specialized skills to master.
The event concluded with a special presentation of certificates led by trainer Mr. Ioanis and final remarks from Executive Director Lorennij. In his closing message, the Executive Director expressed his appreciation to all attendees, commending their commitment and underscoring the transformative potential of agricultural innovation through continuous improvements in community engagements.
Standing from right to left (second row): COMLG Executive Director Mr. Stanley Lorennij, Associate Director for CES Mr. Engly Ioanis, and Pohnpei State Chief of Agriculture Mr. Kordy Carl (standing behind Mr. Ioanis). Also pictured are participants from the three Micronesian regional islands, along with staff members from the COMLG Central Office