Title
Establishment of Stock Herds and Farms Act
Law
Act No. 2758
Decision Date
Feb 23, 1918
The Philippine Law, Act No. 2758, establishes stock herds and farms for large cattle breeding and propagation, providing funds for their establishment and maintenance, and authorizing the sale of surplus animals for agricultural purposes.
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Appropriation and Allocation of Funds

  • An appropriation of four hundred thousand pesos is allocated from the Insular Treasury for implementing the law's objectives.
  • Funds are designated for purchasing large cattle, constructing necessary infrastructure such as fences and buildings, personnel salaries, and other essential expenses.
  • The Secretary has authority to appoint unclassified personnel for executing these activities.

Control and Use of Stock Herd Animals

  • The Secretary can order the sale of animals not necessary to sustain or develop the herds, subject to existing and future regulations.
  • Proceeds from such sales shall form a "Stock herd promotion fund."
  • This fund is dedicated to maintaining current herds and farms, acquiring new animals, building or repairing facilities, and establishing additional herds/farms unless changed by legislation.

Sale of Improvements at Alabang Station

  • The Secretary may sell improvements at the Alabang station in the manner deemed most beneficial to the government.
  • Proceeds from these sales must be deposited into the Insular Treasury as part of the general fund.

Repeal of Prior Related Acts and Management of Existing Assets

  • Acts numbered 2374 and 2497 are repealed by this legislation.
  • Any remaining unexpended funds from these prior acts revert to the Insular Treasury.
  • Large cattle previously acquired under the repealed acts are to be managed according to the provisions of this law.

Effectivity of the Act

  • The law takes effect immediately upon approval, allowing prompt implementation of its provisions.

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