Prohibition on Carabao Slaughter for One Year

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 88: Prohibition on Carabao Slaughter for One Year

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Title Supreme Court: Prohibition on Carabao Slaughter for One Year

Law: Executive Order No. 88

Decision Date: Jan 6, 1955

Ramon Magsaysay, President of the Philippines, prohibits the slaughtering of carabaos for one year starting January 31, 1955, to conserve these vital agricultural work animals.

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Coordination With Republic Act No. 11

The order is intended to ensure effective implementation of Republic Act No. 11.
It underscores the importance of sustaining the population of carabaos for agricultural productivity.

Restrictions on Issuance of Permits

The Secretary of Agriculture and Natural Resources, along with other relevant public officials, is explicitly instructed not to issue any slaughter permits during the one-year period.
This provision closes any administrative avenues that might allow for the legal slaughter of carabaos despite the ban.

Legal and Administrative Authority

The Executive Order derives authority from the President of the Philippines, exercising executive power to enforce conservation measures.
The order is formally promulgated and signed by the President and the Executive Secretary in Manila, thus having full legal effect.

Policy Objective

The overarching goal is agricultural conservation through the protection of carabaos, which are vital for farming and related activities.
The prohibition reflects a policy choice prioritizing long-term agricultural sustainability over short-term economic gains from slaughtering these animals.

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