To ensure uniformity in implementing the various field operations procedures in the conduct of the Backyard Livestock and Poultry Survey (BLPS) and Commercial Livestock and Poultry Survey (CLPS) for the Second Quarter of 2024, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) Antique conducted a refresher training on the Second Quarter 2024 Livestock and Poultry Surveys.

On 11 June 2024, the refresher training for CLPS was conducted at Eagle’s Hotel, Antique. Consequently, the training for BLPS was held on 13 - 14 June 2024. The training was attended by one (1) and five (5) Statistical Researchers (SRs) for CLPS and BLPS, respectively. 

There are 320 sample households for BLPS and 15 sample establishments for CLPS. The data collection for both surveys will be undertaken by hired SRs through  face-to-face interview with the respondents. Both surveys will utilize Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI). 

PSA personnel during the Refresher Training for Second Quarter of 2024 Livestock and Poultry Surveys

The enumeration is currently ongoing from 21 to 30 June for CLPS, while the BLPS will start from 01 to 08 July.

The LPS aims to generate estimates on supply, disposition, average farmgate price, and other related data of livestock and poultry commodities at the household level and from establishments.