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- Sea turtle rescued in CagayanVisaya, Vince Jacob (The Manila Times Publishing Corporation, 2025-05-19)An adult Olive ridley sea turtle, accidentally caught by a local fisherman in the coastal waters of Abulug, Cagayan, was examined and released back into the sea on Thursday, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) reported on Sunday. The turtle, measuring 67 centimeters long and 61 centimeters wide, was unintentionally caught by Epo Cabayu, a fisherman from Siguiran village.
- Amid WPS tension, Zambales fishers receive 'Payao' donationAglibot, Joanna Rose (Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc., 2024-10-02)Some fishermen here were dismayed after President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., during his third State of the Nation Address (Sona), failed to mention his plans for fishermen whose lives were affected by the presence of the Chinese Coast Guard in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). In a telephone interview on Monday, Leonardo Cuaresma, president of the New Masinloc Fishermen Association, acknowledged the President’s efforts to pay tribute to Filipino fishermen and soldiers guarding the WPS.
- Probe SC ruling favoring commercial fishersSubingsubing, Krixia (Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc., 2025-01-30)Opposition lawmakers have asked the House of Representatives to look into the “adverse impacts” of a recent Supreme Court ruling allowing commercial fishing in municipal waters. ACT Teachers Rep. France Castro, Gabriela Rep. Arlene Brosas, and Kabataan Rep. Raoul Manuel filed on Jan. 28 House Resolution No. 2202 asking the committee on aquaculture and fisheries resources to look into the matter.
- BFAR staff gain practical skills in milkfish aquaculture at SEAFDEC(Panay News, Inc., 2025-04-15)Another batch of personnel from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) trained at SEAFDEC/AQD on milkfish aquaculture from March 17 to 28, 2025 as part of the Philippines’ push to boost local production. The 12-day program gathered 14 personnel from various BFAR offices and facilities, including the Central Office and regional offices from Regions 3 (Central Luzon), 10 (Northern Mindanao), 11 (Davao), 12 (Soccsksargen), and 13 (Caraga). At the opening program, BFAR-3 Director Wilfredo Cruz emphasized the importance of a skilled workforce to support the National Bangus Development Program (NBDP) of the Philippines. “With this training, I hope we can reach our target and make the country self-sufficient in fry production,” he told the trainees.
- Iloilo fisherfolk, coastal LGUs oppose commercial fishing in municipal watersSornito, Ime (Panay News, Inc., 2025-01-31)The provincial government, through the Provincial Agriculture Office (PAgrO), is compiling position papers from coastal municipalities, fisherfolk groups, and other concerned parties to formally oppose the Supreme Court (First Division) ruling allowing commercial fishing vessels to operate within the 15-kilometer municipal water zone. PAgrO head Dr. Ildefonso Toledo confirmed that submissions have started arriving at his office and are expected to increase in the coming days. He warned that allowing commercial fishing in municipal waters would severely impact small-scale fisherfolk, who rely on these areas for their livelihood.
- Whale watching in 3 Bohol areas suspendedObedencio, Ric (Philippine Star Printing Co., Inc., 2025-02-05)The provincial government of Bohol has stopped all whale watching or interaction activities in Albuquerque, Dauis and Lila towns for alleged violation of the law. Bohol Gov. Aris Aumentado issued Executive Order (EO) 10, stating the activity in Alburquerque is being questioned as the whale watching site is reportedly located within the Albuquerque-Loay-Loboc protected area. The EO said that whale watching and interaction activities in all three areas are sanctioned by their respective local government units, but have no clearance from the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).
- Distribution of 25,000 fingerlings boosts Igacos backyard fish farmingPatumbon, Rojean Grace (Sun • Star Publishing, 2025-03-03)Around 25,000 fingerlings were distributed to 20 backyard fish farmers in the Island Garden City of Samal (Igacos) on February 28, 2025. The distribution included 15 bags of 1,000 fingerlings each and 20 bags of 500 fingerlings each. Rosalindo Marquez, a backyard fish farmer for six years, expressed gratitude for the government’s support.
- Stranded dolphin recovering in Subic Bay marine parkEmpeño, Henry (Philippine Business Daily Mirror Publishing, Inc., 2024-02-28)A male rough-toothed dolphin that got stranded several times in Pangasinan province last week is now recuperating here at the Ocean Adventure theme park’s dolphin rehabilitation facility. Robert Gonzaga, president and CEO of Subic Bay Marine Exploratorium Inc., the parent firm of Ocean Adventure, said “Hart” was brought here last Tuesday, February 20, and is now getting the best attention possible by Ocean Adventure’s animal care team. “Hart is receiving tailored treatment, including antibiotics, liver support, electrolytes, and supplements to address various health concerns,” Gonzaga said. “Additionally, physical therapy has been initiated to alleviate the mild scoliosis observed in Hart’s peduncle,” he added.
- BFAR-6 defends feed mill plant at SEAFDEC amid senator’s criticismSornito, Ime (Panay News, Inc., 2025-01-21)Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region 6 director Remia Aparri defended the agency’s decision to construct a P30-million feed mill plant within the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC) in Tigbauan, Iloilo, following a heated exchange with Sen. Cynthia Villar. During a Senate hearing on Senate Bill No. 2417, which proposes the establishment of a similar feed mill plant in Barangay Bahit, Panay, Capiz, Villar questioned BFAR’s rationale for situating the feed mill at SEAFDEC. The senator, who chairs the Senate Committee on Agriculture, expressed frustration over the decision, emphasizing that feed mills are intended to benefit local fishermen and should be constructed in areas accessible to local government units (LGUs).
- Capiz tourism in 2023 steady amid red tideBaylon, Jen (Panay News, Inc., 2024-01-19)The tourism industry in Capiz province in 2023 thrived despite the threat of red tide. Tourist arrivals surged by 14% last year, according to Alphonsus D. Tesoro, head of the Provincial Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office. The province welcomed 193,100 visitors, surpassing the 2022 figure of 169,668. These statistics serve as evidence that Capiz boasts attractions beyond its renowned seafood offerings, said Tesoro.