The Department of Agriculture (DA) is anticipating the approval of a ₱ 20 billion annual investment in the livestock sector, pending President Marcos’ signature before the end of September.
This funding is part of a broader ₱3.5 trillion investment needed to modernize the agriculture sector, according to DA Undersecretary Asis G. Perez.
The proposed Animal Industry Development and Competitiveness Act, supported by the Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS), aims to strengthen regulatory institutions and support small farmers in livestock, dairy, and poultry production.
The bill has been transmitted to Malacañang, where the President has 30 days to act on it.
Perez emphasized the importance of the livestock sector in national food security and highlighted additional investments in production support systems to reduce import dependence.
Source: PhilNews24 | September 27, 2025
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