On April 25, 2023, in the MDOTC Office Purok 8A Poblacion, Malapatan, Sarangani Province, an orientation was conducted regarding the implementation of the Fisheries Improvement Project toward the Marine Stewardship Council Certification.
The orientation tackled all things about what MSC is all about, the three core principles, why we need to enroll and obtain this crucial certification, as well as the advantages it will provide to the fishing owners and operators. Ms. Mercy Ong, the President of the Sargen Fishport Tuna Handline Fishing Association, participated especially in this discussion.
The majority of the owners decided to sign up for the program and comprehend the advantages of this project once they obtain this blue label certification at the conclusion of the talk. In addition, the proprietors assured that the handliners would not suffer any loss and in fact they would benefit from the training and seminars as well as the premium pricing and prioritization system. Additionally, they were able to meet the owners and provide a detailed explanation of the project, and they were appreciative of the team’s work despite the distance and travel time.
