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DA intensifies quarantine measures to control, prevent the spread of ASF in Mindanao By Rita dela Cruz
QUEZON CITY - With the confirmation of African Swine Fever (ASF) incidence in Mindanao, Agriculture Secretary William Dar recently issued a circular to strictly implement veterinary quarantine measures against ASF, in partnership with the local government units (LGUs), and concerned national agencies. “I am directing the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI) and other concerned agencies of the Department of Agriculture (DA) to implement the establishment of the checkpoints
on 24/7 operations with disinfection equipment and facilities, including foot baths, in all entry points in Mindanao,� said Secretary Dar in DA memorandum circular No. 03, Series of 2020, signed on
February 22-28, 2020
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