Tag: African swine fever
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Philippine Virology Institute Proposed to Tackle Animal Diseases Including ASF
In a move to strengthen the Philippines’ fight against animal diseases such as African swine fever (ASF), Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino is advocating for the establishment of the Virology Institute of the Philippines (VIP). On January 30, 2025, Tolentino highlighted the necessity of the VIP, which is proposed under Senate Bill 2893, to streamline…
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Over 32,000 ASF Vaccine Doses Administered by Department of Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture has successfully distributed over 32,000 doses of the AVAC live vaccine from Vietnam as part of its government-controlled initiative to combat African swine fever (ASF). The vaccination campaign, which began on August 30, 2024, in Barangay Malapad na Parang, Lobo, Batangas, has now reached 11 municipalities across five provinces. Assistant Secretary…
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Over 32,000 Doses of ASF Vaccines Administered by Department of Agriculture
The Department of Agriculture has successfully administered over 32,000 doses of the AVAC live vaccine from Vietnam as part of its government-controlled vaccination program against African swine fever (ASF). The initiative, which began on August 30, 2024, in Barangay Malapad na Parang, Lobo, Batangas, has now reached 11 municipalities across five provinces. Assistant Secretary Arnel…
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56 Undocumented Pigs Intercepted in Ilocos Norte Amid ASF Concerns
In a recent crackdown on the spread of African swine fever (ASF), authorities in Ilocos Norte seized a wing van transporting 56 pigs without proper documentation. The incident occurred on Saturday evening at a quarantine checkpoint in Pagudpud town. The pigs, originally rejected from the towns of Sarrat, Pasuquin, and Dingras, were found to be…
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Three Negros Oriental LGUs Gain ASF Pink Zone Status, Permitted to Export Hogs
In a significant development for the hog industry in Negros Oriental, three local government units (LGUs) have been elevated to the African swine fever (ASF) pink zone category, allowing them to transport their hogs beyond provincial borders. The announcement came from the Provincial Veterinary Office on January 24, 2025, highlighting that Vallehermoso, Ayungon, and Bais…
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Department of Agriculture Investigates Pork Price Surge Amid Profiteering Concerns
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has initiated an investigation into the escalating prices of pork across local markets, aiming to curb potential profiteering. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. highlighted the issue during a recent interview, drawing parallels to the rice price situation. He mentioned that the DA is actively analyzing the pork value chain…
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Philippines Sees Surge in Meat Imports, Reaching 1.3 Million Metric Tons in 2024
The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on January 22, 2025, that the Philippines imported over 1.3 million metric tons of meat from January to November 2024, marking a significant increase from the 1.2 million metric tons recorded in 2023. This surge in imports was highlighted by DA spokesperson Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa, who noted…
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Philippines Sees Decline in African Swine Fever Cases
The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) has reported a significant reduction in the number of barangays affected by African swine fever (ASF) in the Philippines. As of January 10, 2025, the number of ASF-affected barangays dropped to 133 from 225 on December 27, 2024. This decline is attributed to rigorous border controls and a government-led…
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Pork Supply Expected to Normalize in Coming Weeks, Says DA
The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Thursday that the pork supply in the Philippines is expected to return to normal within the next two to three weeks. This comes after a period of high demand during the Christmas season, which led to a temporary dip in supply. DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. explained…
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