DA allows milk imports from Thailand, Russia, Sokor, Libya

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has allowed the importation of milk and milk products from Thailand, Russia, South Korea and Libya after he had previously ordered a ban on the entry of live cattle and buffalo from the four countries amid the threat of lumpy skin disease (LSD).

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Laurel issued Memorandum Circular No. 6 amending Memorandum Order No. 6, stating that only live bovines, water buffaloes, semen and embryos are covered by the prohibition.

In an amended directive, Laurel said that the importation of skeletal muscle meat, casings, gelatin, collagen tallow, hooves and horns is allowed.

“These are considered safe commodities and are not included in the temporary restriction, subject to the Philippines’ import terms and conditions,” he added.