Project Updates

3rd Batch User Training on Vessel monitoring systems & Electronic Reporting System (ERS)

In abidance with the mandate on the installation of vessel monitoring system, a training on Basic troubleshooting of Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) and proper reporting of catches in the Electronic Reporting System (ERS) for Commercial Tuna Handliners was facilitated by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing & […]

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3rd Batch Training on Proper Catch Documentation and Reporting in Handline Logsheet

Tuna populations have declined in many parts of the world due to overfishing, and accurate catch data is essential for monitoring and managing these stocks. The SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, Inc. (SFFAII), in partnership with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), facilitated the capacity building workshop for fifty seven (57)

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3rd Batch Training on Proper Tuna Handling: Ensuring Quality and Safety

Eco-label certificates, such as the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), set standards for the handling of tuna from catch to consumption. Paving the road toward sustainability in fisheries Commercial Tuna Handliners recently underwent a training  on Proper handling of Tuna at General Santos City.  Proper tuna handling is important for several reasons. First, it helps to

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3rd Batch Tuna Species Identification training for Commercial Tuna Handliners

Fifty seven (57) Commercial Tuna Handliners attended the 3-day capacity building workshop organized by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and the SOCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, Inc (SFFAII) from November 15 – 18, 2023 at London Beach Resort and Hotel, General Santos City. The said workshop is facilitated to support

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Batch 3 Commercial Handline Fishing  Vessel officers and Crew  Training on Relevant Fishery Laws, and Rules and Regulations

The Philippines has a great deal of potential for a flourishing fisheries industry because of its long coastline and wealth of marine resources. But to guarantee these resources’ long-term viability, a thorough and efficient regulatory structure is needed. This is where Fisheries Administrative Orders (FAOs) play a pivotal role in guiding the path towards sustainable

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Updates on the project and follow-up meeting with BFAR

On November 9, 2023, a comprehensive project update meeting took place with one of the project’s key collaborators, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region 12 (BFAR Region 12) at their satellite office. Scheduled capacity-building trainings are underway, with Batch 3 for municipal fishers from November 15-17 and Batch 4 for commercial fishers from

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FIP Updates Presented during the General Santos City Fisheries and Aquatic Resource Management Council Regular Meeting

The City Fisheries and Aquatic Resource Management Council (CFARMC) of General Santos City is a multi-sectoral body that plays a vital role in the sustainable management of the city’s fisheries and aquatic resources. Established in 2013 through the City Fisheries Code, the CFARMC is composed of representatives from the local government, fisherfolk organizations, non-government organizations,

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Empowering FFSAPI-SARGEN HANDLINE Fisheries: Launching of the Social Fisheries Improvement Project

The world’s oceans provide an essential source of food and livelihood for countless communities, making sustainable fisheries management crucial. In the pursuit of responsible and eco-friendly fishing practices, many initiatives and platforms have emerged to support fisheries’ sustainability. FisheryProgress.org is one such platform that enables fisheries to enroll and promote their sustainable practices while aiding

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