Project Updates

The FFSAPI-SARGEN Handline Fisheries Improvement Project (FIP) Team conducted an orientation and validation visit in Mati City to engage local fishers and promote the adoption of sustainable fishing practices. The activity was held in two sessions: the morning session focused on FIP-member fishers unloading at Mati Fishport, while the afternoon session was attended by members […]

The FFSAPI-SARGEN Handline Fisheries Improvement Project conducted a two-day consultation workshop on March 11-12, 2025, with commercial and municipal handline vessel owners and fishers. The workshop focused on the development of key social policies, a grievance mechanism, and an age verification process. Opening messages from leaders of FFSAPI, SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries

On March 10, 2025, a meeting was held at the Office of the Municipal Mayor in Maasim, Sarangani Province to address tuna traceability concerns related to catches unloaded in Maasim and transported to the General Santos City Fishport Complex without proper documentation. The FFSAPI-SARGEN Handline Fisheries Improvement Project team presented key issues impacting tuna exports,

A high-level consultation focused on enhancing tuna traceability to align with international market and export requirements was organized by the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC), Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR-12), and Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA). The event gathered participants from various sectors to discuss traceability tools, catch validation, and industry challenges. Mr.

On February 13, 2025, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) National Director, Elizer Salilig, visited General Santos City to engage with key stakeholders in the fishing industry. During his meeting with the SARGEN Handline Fishing Association, the Fisheries Improvement Project (FIP) was presented highlighting its background, progress, and objectives. Director Salilig expressed BFAR’s

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources presented the initial results of the Fisheries Observers deployment study on February 11, 2025 during a stakeholder meeting held at Venue 88, General Santos City. This study aids the development of Fish Aggregate Device (FAD) Managament, Endangered, Threatened and Protected (ETP) Management and By-Catch Management.  The study is conducted

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region 12 convened industry stakeholders on February 4, 2025, in General Santos City for the Fishing and Allied Services Industry Tripartite Council (ITC) Meeting. This gathering brought together private employers, workers, labor groups, processors, and government agencies to address key challenges in the fishing sector and enhance industry

The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Region 12 has expressed its full support for the Fisheries Improvement Project (FIP), following a presentation of the initiative’s goals and activities. The FFSAPI-SARGEN Handline Fisheries Improvement Project is a key effort to promote sustainable fishing practices and improve the livelihoods of local fishing communities. This was introduced

The document, titled “Views of Two Organizations on Harvest Control Rules and Strategies for Yellowfin and Bigeye Tuna,” was submitted by industry representatives from the Philippines during the 21st Regular Session of the Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC), held from November 28 to December 3, 2024, in Suva, Fiji.  The report presents the