Powers and Functions.
Section 63
SEC. 63. Powers and Functions. – The BAFPS shall have the following powers and functions: Formulate and enforce standards of quality in the processing, preservation, packaging, labeling, importation, exportation, distribution, and advertising of agricultural and fisheries products; Conduct research on product standardization, alignment of the local standards with the international standards; and Conduct regular inspection of processing plants, storage facilities, abattoirs, as well as public and private markets in order to ensure freshness, safety and quality of products.