DA to strengthen animal laboratory network amid persistence of ASF
Published January 21, 2021, 5:00 AM The Department of Agriculture (DA) said it is strengthening its laboratory network system in its continuing fight against infectious animal diseases. “We are adopting an integrated ‘OneDA’ laboratory masterplan that incorporates international bio-risk management standards and best practices on biosafety and biosecurity measures, regulations, and certifications,” said Agriculture Secretary William Dar. Dar’s statement is contained in DA Department Order (DO) No. 1, Series of 2021, on January 5, 2021. The DO was issued amid the persistence of Africa...