Zamboanga del Sur has recognized PCIC Regional Office 9’s assistance and contribution to the province’s livestock sector at the height of the African Swine Fever epidemic in the province. Provincial Veterinarian Dr. Anita Jangad-Chua (center) awarded a Plaque of Appreciation to the agency, which was received by PCIC RO 9 Officer-in-Charge Virgie Baroy (second from left) on January 3, 2024 at the  PCIC RO 9 offices. The recognition was for PCIC RO 9’s efforts to coordinate and share information with the Provincial Veterinary Office. PCIC RO9 was able to insure a total of 3,430 livestock raisers  with 15,635 heads. Of these, more than 1,700 were swine raisers that had more than 10,800 hogs. RO 9 distributed a total of ₱0.144 Million indemnity due to ASF