New livestock law a 'game-changer' for food affordability - Speaker

The proposed Livestock Development and Competitiveness Act--which is just awaiting the signature of President Marcos before becoming a law--is envisioned as a "game-changer" for Filipinos in terms of food affordability.

- BY ELLSON QUISMORIO

Thus, said House Speaker Martin Romualdez, who on Sunday, June 8 hailed the final ratification of the Bicameral Conference Committee Report on the measure.

"This measure brings us closer to what every Filipino family deserves: affordable, safe food on the table and meaningful livelihood for those who feed the nation. We are responding directly to the marching order of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to prioritize food security and rural development," Romualdez said in a statement.

The bill, which harmonizes the versions passed by the House and Senate, is now set for enrollment and transmission to Malacañang for the President’s signature into law.