DA imposes 60-day quantitative restriction on pork imports

GMA Network - Nov 9, 2026

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has authorized a 60-day quantitative restriction on the importation of selected pork cuts as the influx of imported meat has damaged the local hog industry.

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