Functions of the Bureau of Animal Industry.
Section 3
SEC. 3. Functions of the Bureau of Animal Industry.—The Bureau of Animal Industry shall investigate, study and report upon the condition of the domestic animals in the Philippine Islands, their improved methods of reproduction and care, inquire into and report the causes of dangerous communicable diseases among them, and the means for the prevention and cure of the same; and in general, to promote the development of the livestock industry of the country, as follows: By the introduction of improved or purebred domestic animals for breeding purposes, and the improvement of the quality of the breeds or types of domestic animals now found in the Islands; By the control and eradication of dangerous communicable diseases of domestic animals; By conducting a system of demonstration and extension work and encouraging fairs and exhibitions to promote the livestock industry; By the collection and compilation of statistics on domestic animals; By the dissemination of useful information on all essential matters regarding domestic animals through the publication and distribution of bulletins, circulars, and other printed matter, and through such other means or agencies as may be deemed effective; and By taking such steps, adopting such measures and promulgating such rules and regulations, not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act and subject to the approval of the Secretary of Agriculture and Natural Resources, as may be deemed necessary to promote the livestock industry.