Tag: avian influenza
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Philippines Halts Bird and Poultry Imports from New Zealand Due to Avian Flu Outbreak
MANILA – In response to an avian influenza outbreak reported in New Zealand in November 2024, the Department of Agriculture (DA) in the Philippines has imposed a temporary ban on the importation of domestic and wild birds, as well as various poultry products from the country. This decision was made public on Wednesday, aiming to…
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Philippine Agriculture Sector Sees Relief Amidst Challenges Under Marcos Administration
The Philippine agricultural sector, which faced a challenging year marked by natural disasters and disease outbreaks, has seen some relief thanks to swift actions by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s administration through the Department of Agriculture (DA). Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. praised the DA’s efforts in tackling issues like El Niño, La Niña,…
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Philippine Agriculture Sector Sees Relief Amid Challenges Through Swift Government Action
In a year marked by significant challenges for the Philippine agricultural sector, the administration of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., through the Department of Agriculture (DA), has taken decisive steps to mitigate the impact of these difficulties. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. commended the DA team for their efforts in navigating through issues such…
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Agriculture Secretary Sets High Bar for Two Top Officials
Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has set a six-month deadline for two senior officials within the Department of Agriculture (DA) to enhance their performance. During a recent media dinner, Tiu Laurel expressed his high expectations and dissatisfaction with the current output of these officials, though he did not reveal their identities or specific roles.…
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Albay Stays Clear of Avian Influenza Amid Neighboring Outbreak
LEGAZPI CITY – The Albay Veterinary Office (AVO) has confirmed that the province continues to be free of avian influenza, even as a case was reported in the nearby province of Camarines Norte earlier this month. Dr. Pancho Mella, head of the AVO, stated in a recent interview that no instances of bird flu have…
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Negros Oriental Intensifies Efforts to Keep Avian Flu at Bay
In a proactive move to safeguard the region from avian influenza, Negros Oriental has escalated its preventive measures. On November 12, 2024, agricultural technicians from the Department of Agriculture’s regulatory division in Central Visayas initiated a weeklong blood sampling campaign in Sta. Catalina. This area, known for its substantial poultry population and frequent visits by…
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