Futures of Livestock Industry from the Viewpoints of Jurisprudence and Regulatory Measures in the Philippines

Abstract

The livestock industry, comprising the sources of protein foods (eggs, meat, and milk), contributing enormous income, balancing trade, and attaining the food requirements in the Philippines. Filipinos have unique food preferences, and traditional delicacies are served usually in important events showcasing the rich food cultures and gastronomic traditions. Thereby, consumption and demands for animal products will continue to rise associated with the increasing trends in the human population and economic status. The sustainability and progress of the livestock industry, however, are challenged continuously by disruptions in production and input supply associated to disease outbreaks, natural calamities, and regulatory measures on biosecurity, importation, and urbanization. This review provides outlooks and viewpoints considering the issues and issuances affecting directly or indirectly the future of the livestock industry. The most prominent issue is the public clamor on the protection of general welfare sending a “chilling effect” or “doubt” to those engaged in the livestock industry. Also, jurisprudence provides different viewpoints on genetically modified organisms (GMOs) thereby products of biotechnology and gene engineering have limitations or restrictions on applications and uses. These challenges and issues, however, have optimistic viewpoints for achieving the standards of perfection toward the new beginning of the future of the livestock industry.