African Swine Fever (ASF) has posed significant economic and emotional challenges for hog raisers worldwide, and its impact is acutely felt in hog-raising communities in the Philippines, particularly in San Jose, Batangas. Despite efforts to control ASF outbreaks, there is limited understanding of the lived experiences and coping mechanisms of those directly affected, creating a need for research focused on the personal and community-level impacts of ASF. This phenomenological study aimed to explore the experiences and strategies of hog raisers in San Jose as they navigated the ASF crisis. Through purposive sampling among ten registered hog raisers with firsthand experience of ASF were selected, and in-depth, semi-structured interviews were conducted. The findings revealed significant financial, operational, and emotional challenges faced by hog raisers, including severe income loss, disrupted supply chains, and mental stress. Despite these hardships, participants adopted various coping mechanisms, such as implementing biosecurity practices, seeking local support networks, and diversifying their income sources. This study contributes valuable insights into the resilience strategies of small-scale agricultural communities, shedding light on the need for targeted support systems to aid recovery and resilience against future outbreaks. A key recommendation is the establishment of localized support programs offering financial aid, technical training, and mental health support for hog raisers to better manage the multifaceted impact of ASF.