In an online preliminary meeting on January 25, 2024, Philippine Fisheries Observer Program (PFOP) and other stakeholders discussed the impact of Fish Aggregating Devices (FADs) on marine life and agreed on the need for responsible usage. PFOP has initiated a FAD study focusing on handline tuna fisheries in FMA 2 and FMA 3. The study […]
FADS STUDY ON THE ROLL FOR FMA 2 and FMA 3 Read More »
In an effort to recognize and reward the hard work and dedication of handline fishers enrolled in the Fresh Frozen Seafood Association of the Philippines, Inc. FFSAPI – SARGEN HANDLINE Fisheries Improvement Project FIP, an incentive scheme was launched – “May Pera sa Catch Data”. Empowering Fishers Through Incentives Handline fishers play a crucial role
https://sargenhandlinefip.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/received_351741273975956.mp4 Our oceans hold a wealth of life, but their sustainability rests in the hands of those who navigate their depths – the fishing vessel owners. In lieu of the Fisheries Improvement Project, a workshop on Social Responsibility Assessment was held with Fishing Vessel Owners enrolled in the Fisheries Improvement Project on December 21, 2023
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The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing & Allied Industries, Inc (SFFAI) organized another 4-day Capacity Building Workshop for the 4th Batch of Commercial Tuna Handliners at London Beach Resort and Hotel, General Santos City last November 28 – December 1, 2023. Part of the workshop is the
DA-BFAR Senior Fishing Regulations Officer Peter Cadapan facilitated the workshop on proper Catch Documentation and Reporting in Handline Logsheet and highlighted the importance of proper catch documentation last November 29, 2023. He said that Fishing logbooks contribute to the sustainable management of fisheries. By documenting catch data and species information, the government and scientists can
Accurate identification of tuna species is essential for effective fisheries management. For this reason, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, Inc. (SFFAII) facilitated a capacity building workshop for the 4th batch Commercial Tuna Handliners at London Beach Resort and Hotel, General Santos City on
4th Batch Commercial Tuna Handliners’ Tuna Species Identification training Read More »
A proper Tuna handling and preservation training was organized by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in partnership with the Socsksargen Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries (SFFAII) on November 28, 2023 at London Beach Resort and Hotel, General Santos City The training is part of the Fishery Improvement Program to capacitate Commercial
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To raise awareness on the importance of sustainable fisheries management, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) in partnership with the SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, Inc. (SFFAII), facilitated a training on the Relevant Fishery Laws, Rules and Regulations for the 4th batch of Commercial and Municipal Tuna Handliners on November 28,
