DA cracks down on 9 unlicensed pig farms in Central Luzon

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is taking action against unlicensed livestock farms in Central Luzon that are operating without necessary permits.

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. issued show cause orders to nine pig farms located in Bulacan, Pampanga, and Tarlac, requiring them to explain their operations despite failing basic health, environmental, and safety regulations.

Tiu Laurel emphasized the importance of compliance with licensing requirements to stabilize pork supply and pricing amid ongoing recovery from African Swine Fever (ASF).

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has called for a crackdown on unregistered livestock facilities that distort the food supply chain and threaten price stability.

The BAI is currently evaluating responses from some of the farms, and further enforcement action may follow.

Acting BAI Director Christian Daquigan stated that show cause orders were served shortly after the midterm elections, with additional inspections being conducted across the country to assess compliance.