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The livestock and poultry industry in the Philippines contributes a major share in the economic stability of the country. While the population of swine and chicken arc increasing, that of ruminants, especially cattle, is decreasing Efforts of the government to curb this alarming decline in population have been embedded in the medium term program for livestock development Among the important steps include importation of breeder females to improve the breeding base, intensified use of artificial insemination. and strengthening of support facilities for promotion of livestock, Research in annual science and
production are geared towards more practical application especially at the farm level While commercial farms continue to rise as a result of promising prospects in livestock business, the role of smallholder farms should be considered in the light of their traditional importance as a main
supplier of livestock products. Genetic conservation of indigenous stocks of livestock and poultry is necessary to maintain a source of
gcnnplasin for development of brccdsfstrailis more adapted to local conditions Government policies on importation of meat products need to protect die interests of local producers.
Key Words: Philippines, Livestock and Poultry Industry
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