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Powers and Functions. - The BAFPS shall have the following powers and functions:
a. Formulate and enforce standards of quality in the processing, preservation, packaging, labeling, importation, exportation, distribution, and advertising of agricultural and fisheries products;
b. Conduct research on product standardization, alignment of the local standards with the international standards; and
c. 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.
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