The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) on Saturday intercepted two more trucks at checkpoints in Commonwealth, Quezon City and Malanday, Valenzuela.
One of the trucks was found carrying 38 hogs while the other had 11.
One of the trucks was discovered using a recycled local shipping permit (LSP) while the other was transporting pigs that showed clinical signs of African swine fever (ASF).
The pigs are being subjected to ASF testing. “BAI has increased the number of checkpoints in the north and south NCR to prevent the transport of sick pigs and chickens. Permits must be complete and genuine, otherwise, the animals will be immediately tested.
If found positive for disease, the animals will be condemned. The LGUs, BAI, and the National Meat Inspection Service (NMIS) are working closely to ensure that meat sold in our markets is safe and clean. Meat that has the NMIS seal is safe to consume.” assistant secretary for Swine and Poultry at the Department of Agriculture Dr. Dante Palabrica said.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) continues to enforce stricter measures to protect the livestock industry and ensure public safety amidst the threat of ASF.
