The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), in collaboration with the Philippine National Police (PNP) and local government units, continues to intensify the inspection and monitoring of animal shipments in the National Capital Region.
This is part of the ongoing campaign to protect animal health and prevent the spread of diseases such as the African swine fever. As of 28 August this year, 1,963 shipments of live animals and meat products have undergone inspection at various checkpoints across NCR.
Of these, 113 shipments were returned to their points of origin due to non-compliance with animal health regulations while 13 were subjected to further testing to ensure they were free from diseases.
Ten shipments were condemned due to serious health concerns, while 1,827 shipments, after meeting the necessary requirements, were cleared and released.
The intensified inspection of animal shipments is a crucial part of the broader strategy to ensure that all transported animals comply with regulations, especially in areas at high risk for animal disease outbreaks.
The BAI continues to work closely with law enforcement and local government units to monitor the transport of animals within NCR. These ongoing efforts are essential to protecting the country’s livestock industry, ensuring the safety of our animals and ultimately protecting the welfare of Filipino consumers.
The DA urges hog traders and transporters to comply with regulations to avoid further spread of ASF and other animal diseases and protect the nation’s swine industry.
