Philippines extends of reduced pork tariff rates through 2023

The proposed extension of reduced tariffs will help ensure an adequate supply of agricultural commodities and maintain stable and affordable prices.

Philippines livestock and agriculture production in the first quarter of 2023.

The Philippines expects increased pork production in 2023 and decreased imports.

An estimated five million hogs have been killed due to African swine fever since its appearance in the country in 2019.

The country's pork production is forecast to reach 1 million MT in 2023 as commercial pork producers plan to raise larger pigs.

Davao del Norte’s Island Garden City of Samal (IGACOS) is a recipient of PHP10 million worth of projects aimed at boosting its swine production.

The increase in imports is due in part to a 4% decrease in production.

The province of Batangas was selected as a pilot area in the implementation of the program.

The project will contribute an additional supply of swine that can help stabilize the prices of pork in the market.

So far this year, the Philippines has imported 545,214 tonnes of pork and pork products.

This measure is to address the inflationary impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.