This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.Rommel Rebollido/RapplerFormer agriculture secretary Emmanuel Piñol says the largest hog farm in Cotabato province has already lost over 2,000 hogs to ASF
Makilala town was the hardest hit, with officials declaring losses of P40 million. The town is home to several large hog farms. In Kidapawan City, the local government offered to buy ASF-free hogs at P140 per kilo, higher than usual prices, to help cushion the impact of ASF on backyard hog raisers. Sacdalan said they have barred the entry and exit of hogs, pork, and its by-products to the affected villages.The Department of Trade and Industry was tasked with implementing a 60-day price freeze on basic commodities.
Mangliwan said the lack of proper understanding and non-cooperation of some residents regarding the necessary measures to stop the ASF spread have worsened the situation.