DA to Investigate Smuggling of Highland Vegetables Including Carrots and Broccoli

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has directed the Department of Agriculture’s Inspectorate and Enforcement office and the Bureau of Plant Industry to investigate the alleged smuggling of carrots, broccoli, and other highland vegetables. This decision comes amid concerns that such smuggling is causing unfair competition and negatively impacting farmers in the Cordillera region.

Originally published by gnews