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pork prices

Latest Daily Tribune news and analysis on pork prices.

  2. DEPARTMENT of Agriculture Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. inspects Mega Qmart in Quezon City to check meat and vegetable prices ahead of Christmas holidays

    DA monitors onion, pork prices above MSRP

    The Department of Agriculture inspects onion and pork prices at markets to ensure vendors comply with MSRP, preventing profiteering before the holidays.

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  3. (FILE PHOTO) The spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) in the Philippines has led to panic among hog raisers, prompting some to sell infected pigs to traders, further worsening the situation. The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) has intercepted several trucks carrying pigs from ASF-hit areas, and the Department of Agriculture (DA) suspects that these traders are a major source of the virus's spread.

    DA, swine producers tighten grip on pork MSRP

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) and key players in the swine industry have pledged to strengthen enforcement of government-imposed price ceilings on pork…

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  4. (FILE PHOTO) A meat vendor chops a pork belly upon order on 18 August, 2024. The spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) in the Philippines has led to panic among hog raisers, prompting some to sell infected pigs to traders, further worsening the situation. The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) has intercepted several trucks carrying pigs from ASF-hit areas, and the Department of Agriculture (DA) suspects that these traders are a major source of the virus's spread. The government is set to start vaccinating pigs soon to control the outbreak, though concerns remain about the limited availability and effectiveness of vaccines. If the situation deteriorates, the government may consider importing pigs to address potential shortages.

    Holy Week sees no relief in pork prices

    Pork prices remain up to P60 above the suggested retail price despite Holy Week, prompting DA and DTI inspections. Authorities urge vendors to comply as…

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  5. (FILE PHOTO) A meat vendor chops a pork belly upon order on 18 August, 2024. The spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) in the Philippines has led to panic among hog raisers, prompting some to sell infected pigs to traders, further worsening the situation. The Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) has intercepted several trucks carrying pigs from ASF-hit areas, and the Department of Agriculture (DA) suspects that these traders are a major source of the virus's spread. The government is set to start vaccinating pigs soon to control the outbreak, though concerns remain about the limited availability and effectiveness of vaccines. If the situation deteriorates, the government may consider importing pigs to address potential shortages.

    Pork prices fall after price cap imposed

    Pork prices in Metro Manila have started to decrease following the DA's implementation of a maximum suggested retail price (MSRP). However, some markets…

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  6. Customers browse for pork meat at a market in Quezon City on Monday, 18 November 2024. A hog raisers group has warned of a potential spike in retail pork prices in the coming weeks due to increased demand during the holiday season.

    Shopping for pork before prices go up

    Customers browse for pork meat at a market in Quezon City on Monday, 18 November 2024. A hog raisers group has warned of a potential spike in retail pork…

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