An in-depth analysis of rat problem in western Visayas (Region 6) [Philippines]
1986
Silvederio, O.S. (Bureau of Plant Industry, Iloilo City (Philippines))
The main problem towards effective rat control program is the attitude of the farmers themselves. Action is taken only when damage to crops is already inflicted and visible. The farmers are still dependent on doleouts of rodenticides from the government for rat control. Another problem is the non-functional Barangay Rat and Pest Patrols (BRAPPS) organization promulgated under Letter of Instruction 405. Two main conditions are considered contributory factors to the rat problem. First, is when there is abundant food supply all year round. Second, is when there is rapid multiplication of the rat population in spite of unfavorable environmental conditions - presumably due to some intrinsic factors in the rats themselves. To solve all these problems there must be an effective program for rat control. The program should start with the implementation of Rat Act 3942 and LOI 405 in the whole Philippines. The severe rat outbreaks in Western Visayas follows a 10-year cycle. Two rat species identified to c1906ause heavy damage to crops particularly rice are the Philippine ricefield rats, Rattus rattus Mindanensis and Norway rat, Rattus norvegi
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