Photo shows from left: Dr. Claro N. Mingala, Department of Agriculture Program Director, NLP; Dr. Christian Daquigan, Department of Agriculture BAI-OIC Director; Asst. Secretary Michael J. Garcia, Department of Agriculture Assistant Secretary for Swine and Poultry; Ms. Rungphech Rose Chitanuwat, Informa Markets in the Philippines Country General Manager; Dr. Contante Palabrica, Department of Agriculture Undersecretary for Livestock; Asst. Sec. Benjamin C. Albarece, Department of Agriculture Assistant Secretary for Ruminant Livestock; Dr. Noverlee Calub, Department of Agriculture Deputy Director, NLP; Dr. Liza T. Battad, Department of Agriculture PCCExecutive Director and Atty. Marcus Antonius T. Andaya, Department of Agriculture NDA Administrator.
The premier international trade shows for cutting-edge aquaculture, livestock, and poultry production and processing are once again being held by Informa Markets.On June 25–27, 2025, Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines will take place at the World Trade Center Manila in Pasay City. Over the course of the three days, these consecutive livestock and aquaculture events are anticipated to draw up to 10,000 people from over 30 nations, 250 exhibitors, and industry specialists.
I’m truly looking forward to the continued growth and success of our agriculture sector, especially with the promising initiatives and strategic plans currently being developed and implemented. Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2025 are set to be game-changing events that will drive innovation, foster global collaboration, and support the country’s agricultural growth and economic development.
“The Philippines under the Bagong Pilipinas government of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr has put the agriculture industry among its priorities, recognizing the potential to spur and support national economic growth in the near to long term. This is why Livestock Philippines 2025 and Aquaculture Philippines 2025 are very important events that Filipinos and local businesses should watch out for,” said Rungphech ‘Rose’ Chitanuwat, Country General Manager of Informa Markets in the Philippines.
The Department of Agriculture strongly supports and hosts this year’s event, with their guidance focusing on the theme of Empowering Agri-Fishery Through Modern Technology and Innovation. This theme aligns closely with the agency’s mandate to highlight the significance of innovation and modernization in enhancing productivity and efficiency in agricultural production.
Challenging times for the livestock sector
The Philippine livestock production grew 6.37 percent in 2024 to 2.17 million metric tons from 2.05 million metric tons in 2023, based on data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). As usual, poultry production contributed much to the growth, with the sector posting a 6.6 percent increase in production to 2.94 million metric tons from 2.76 million metric tons in 2023.
The sector was affected by the impact of La Nina weather phenomenon on livestock producers across the country in the first half of 2024. Much of the growth was accumulated during the second half. Hog production recorded decrements due to the spread of swine flu during the period, while carabao and cattle production slightly increased.
To date, the sector is looking forward to the impending enactment of the Animal Industry Development and Competitiveness Act, a legislation that is set to bolster the local livestock sector. The bill has passed third reading at the House of Representatives and is expected to be among those that will be prioritized after the midterm elections. Once approved and enacted, it will create an Animal Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (ANICEF) that would earmark a ₱20 billion fund for the next 10 years to rationalize and strengthen the Bureau of Animal Industry.
Promising aquaculture subsector
Aquaculture is among the brightest prospects in the country’s agriculture industry and fisheries sector. Its potential to contribute to the national economy and to the uplifting of people’s welfare could not be undermined. Data from the PSA indicate that aquaculture currently accounts for over half of the annual fisheries production in the country. Seaweed accounts for about 70 percent of the local aquaculture production.
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimated the local aquaculture production at 804,000 metric tons in 2022, accounting for about 31 percent of the country’s total fisheries production. FAO projects the production to reach 965,000 metric tons by 2032, which would account for 34 percent of the overall fisheries production.
Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2025
Aside from the usual trade exhibitions and conferences focused on both sectors, the co-located events of the Livestock Philippines 2025 and Aquaculture Philippines 2025 will hold the Livestock Philippines Recognition 2025, which is designed to recognize companies, institutions, cooperatives, organizations, and even individuals that have demonstrated exceptional work to help boost the country’s agricultural industry. Nominations for the Recognition are now accepted through the website (www.livestockphilippines.com) until May 26, 2025.
The event will feature a variety of activities designed to foster knowledge-sharing and provide effective solutions for the industry. One key highlight is the Livestock Conference, which will showcase insights from invited industry experts spanning the livestock, poultry, dairy, and ruminant sectors. This conference aims to address current challenges and innovations, encouraging collaboration and the exchange of best practices among participants.
The events will mark their first Antimicrobial Resistance Forum that is set to spark important discussions surrounding animal health and the critical issue of antimicrobial resistance. By bringing together experts and stakeholders, the forum will explore strategies for addressing this growing concern, ultimately enhancing animal welfare and public health.
On the second day of the event, there will be an Aquaculture Conference devoted to the aquaculture industry. The purpose of this conference is to give fishermen and industry participants a forum to talk about the latest developments, difficulties, and prospects in the aquaculture sector. Additionally, exhibitors will highlight cutting-edge innovations that help boost productivity and efficiency during a Technical Seminar that will feature novel technology and solutions. The Sustainability Forum, which will feature material related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN, is another important element. This Sustainability Forum will highlight the value of ethical aquaculture for social justice and environmental preservation while offering insights into sustainable business methods.
Livestock Philippines and Aquaculture Philippines 2025 registration is free. To register and find out more about the back-to-back trade fair, go to www.livestockphilippines.com.
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