The government is investing P3.6 billion to build the Bagsakan ng Bayan (BBM) Mega Food Hub in Clark Freeport Zone (CFZ), a major step toward modernizing the Philippines’ agricultural logistics and strengthening national food security. Read more »
The BFAR, together with the National Freshwater Fisheries Technology Center, recently gathered key industry players from across the country to strengthen collaboration and improve productivity in the nation’s tilapia sector. Read more »
In a peaceful yet powerful demonstration, small-scale fishermen across coastal provinces recently launched “Kinse Kilometro Para sa Tao," a protest urging stricter enforcement of the 15-kilometer fishing zone reserved for municipal fishing. Their message: protect the sea, protect the people. Read more »
In a move to boost sustainable fishing practices in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, the Japanese government is providing a $4.7 million grant (approximately P273 million). Read more »
In Northern Mindanao, startups in agriculture and aquaculture often face a significant challenge: navigating the complex web of regulatory requirements. These permits and licenses are crucial but can delay the launch of new businesses and products. Read more »
Fishing has been a lifeline for Alejandro Alcones and countless others for decades, but the Philippine government's proposal to install floating solar panels on Laguna de Bay is now casting a shadow over this traditional way of life. Read more »
