The Philippines’ Cebu Province enforces strict border and port checks to protect its swine industry after ASF cases in Negros Occidental.
Cebu Province in the Philippines has imposed a 45‑day restriction on livestock transport from provinces affected by African swine fever (ASF) provinces following confirmed outbreaks in Negros Occidental.
Vehicles entering Cebu must present shipping permits, veterinary health certificates, and negative ASF test results before entry. Officials stress that these measures are vital to shield the province’s swine industry, valued at USD 260–350 million, from potential outbreaks.
Seaports facing Negros Island, including Toledo City and Tabuelan, are under heightened surveillance. These ports are vital gateways for pig transport.
Local government units have been directed to establish random checkpoints to prevent smuggling. Municipalities must also activate ASF task forces for rapid response and monitoring.
Protective measures include routine blood testing, disinfection, bans on swill feeding, and market monitoring with agriculture, trade, police, and coast guard agencies. Public awareness campaigns urge consumers to buy pork only from verified sources.
Sixteen municipalities are applying for ASF‑free certification from the Bureau of Animal Industry. Cebu has also launched a surveillance program to secure “green zone” recognition.
The province currently has no active ASF cases. Officials emphasize that maintaining ASF‑free status is critical for farmers’ livelihoods and for sustaining Cebu’s reputation as a hub for pork and lechon production. By enforcing strict veterinary protocols and border checks, Cebu aims to protect farmers, stabilize pork supply, and maintain consumer trust.
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has intensified swine repopulation programs in Central Visayas to rebuild hog inventories after ASF outbreaks.
The agency is promoting biosecurity measures, advanced farming technologies, and private‑sector investment to restore supply chains and stabilize domestic pork production.
These national efforts complement Cebu’s local measures, reinforcing the province’s push to maintain ASF‑free status.
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