The Department of Agriculture (DA), through the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI), has issued show cause orders to nine pig farms in Central Luzon for operating without the required licenses, distorting the country’s food supply chain
“As we modernize Philippine agriculture, everyone must understand that unlicensed operations will not be tolerated,” said Tiu Laurel. “Compliance is not optional—it is fundamental to protecting both consumers and the livelihoods of law-abiding farmers.”
Acting BAI Director Christian Daquigan said the orders were served shortly after the midterm elections. The BAI is currently evaluating responses from some of the farms, and further enforcement actions may follow.
Secretary Tiu Laurel has also instructed BAI to widen its inspection net and assess the compliance of other swine farms across the country.
The DA and BAI continue to review and monitor the operations of animal facilities nationwide to ensure adherence to licensing, health, and safety requirements—part of a broader effort to professionalize the livestock industry and protect public welfare.
