BFAR Central Visayas

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐤 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝟕

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region 7 culminated the 2026 Farmers’ and Fisherfolk Month celebration on May 25-26, 2026, at the BFAR 7 Compound, Arellano Boulevard, Pier Area, Cebu City. The activity recognized the important contributions of Filipino farmers and fisherfolk to food security and sustainable development; hence, May was declared as the Farmers’ and Fisherfolk Month, pursuant to Presidential Proclamation No. 33.

The program's 2026 theme, “Boses ng Mangingisdang Pilipino, sa Bagong Pilipinas, ipagpugay natin ito,” featured various competitions that highlighted the skills and talents of fisherfolk and their children from Cebu and Bohol. The Province of Cebu won the Cooking Contest, Folk Dance Competition, Indigay sa Balak, and Singing Competition. At the same time, the Province of Bohol topped the Quiz Bee, Net Mending, and Poster Making Contest. Cebu was declared the Overall Champion.

The event also showcased the Kadiwa ng Pangulo – Tabo sa BFAR, where local producers and cooperatives displayed fisheries and non-fisheries products. Meanwhile, the Department of Health (DOH) provided free medical consultations and laboratory services, while the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) offered free haircuts, manicures, and pedicures to participants.

The culmination served as a deserving tribute to the dedication and hard work of our fisherfolk, whose contributions continue to strengthen the country's food systems and support the economic growth of local communities.

via Eleazen Reformina | Information Assistant, BFAR7

#𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑𝟕𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 | The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) 7, through the Fisheries Production and Support Services Division (FPSSD), conducted price monitoring of fishery commodities on 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟏 - 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝟏) in selected wet markets in Central Visayas.

Here are the weekly prevailing prices of the top fishery commodities in the monitored markets in Bohol, Cebu, Negros Oriental and Siquijor provinces.

𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗢𝗞𝗔𝗟 | 𝗚𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗱𝘂𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝟰𝟳𝟬𝟬 𝗸𝗮 𝗞𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗱𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘁 𝘂𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗮 𝗞𝘂𝗮𝐭𝐫𝗼 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗸𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱 𝘂𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁 𝟭𝟭 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝐤𝐚 𝐏𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐬

Ang Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 7 (BFAR-7) nagpahigayon ug pagpanghatag ug Cash Assistance ubos sa programa sa Presidential Assistance for Farmers and Fisherfolk (PAFF) sa kuarto distrito niadtong Hunyo 1-3, 2026. Basi sa rekord, adunay 4700 ka kwalipikadong mananagat ang nakadawat ug P2,325.00 matag usa nga moabot ug P11 milyones sa kinatibok-an nga kantidad.

Ang kuarto distrito adunay siyam (9) ka mga lungsod nga nagtali sa gibanabana nga gidaghanon sa mananagat nga nakadawat:

Tabuelan - 165
San Remigio - 144
Tabogon - 116
Bogo City - 214
Medellin - 512
Daanbantayan - 626
Santa Fe - 126
Bantayan - 2297
Madridejos - 500

Ang pagpanghatag sa PAFF alang sa mga mananagat sa rehiyon 7 gipaningkamotan sa BFAR-7 nga matapos sa katapusang adlaw sa bulan sa Hunyo isip maoy gitagal sa maong programa.

Kadtong kwalipikadong mananagat nga wala makaadto aron sa pagkuha, puede niya kini makuha didto sa buhatan sa BFAR-7 nga naa nahimutang sa Arellano Blvd., Pier 1, Barangay San Roque, Cebu City.

Ang pagpanghatag sa kuarto distrito nahimong nagmalamposon tungod sa pag- abang sa opisina sa Municipal Agriculture sa matag lungsod.

Magpadayon ang BFAR-7 hangtud niining adlawa sa paghatud ug cash assistance sa mga mananagat sa probinsya sa sugbo ubos sa programa sa PAFF.

Ang katuyoan sa pagpanghatag sa cash assistance ubos sa programa sa PAFF mabasa dinhi sa maong link:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ESwqSizgi/

ni Jose P. Arro Jr. | Information Officer, BFAR7

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐂𝐨𝐑𝐞 𝐁𝐆𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭

Two beneficiary groups under FishCoRe’s Modern and Resilient Livelihood Investment (MARLIN) SC 2.1 have successfully made a a remarkable stride after a 5-month long culture period of bangus in fish cages, last week, May 28-29, 2026.

With an investment cost of almost 2 million pesos through the FishCoRe Project, the Naatang Fisherfolk Association of Jagna, Bohol scooped 1,927 kilograms of bangus. Meanwhile, the Canhaway Samahang Nayon Fisherfolks Association of Guindulman, Bohol, records a partial production of 1,299.50 kilograms.

These freshly-harvested fish were sold at the locality with a prize range of ₱170-200 per kilo yielding a Gross Income of Php 334,535.00 and Php 245,700.00 respectively.

The harvest served a dual purpose: providing a direct source of income for association members while contributing to the region’s fish supply and reinforcing mariculture as a viable fisheries intervention for local fishing communities.

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Central Visayas, headed by Regional Director Mario Ruinata, celebrates these milestones recognizing the successful harvests as a testament to the effectiveness of organized fisherfolk associations, sustained technical support, and community-based resource management in achieving productive and sustainable aquaculture livelihoods.

via Noreen Dano Suba-an and John Rey Arancana, MARLIN 2.1 Staff

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐈𝐒𝐌) 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐂𝐨𝐑𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭

𝐁𝐎𝐇𝐎𝐋, 𝐏𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒 - The World Bank and the Department of Agriculture - Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) recently conducted the 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐈𝐒𝐌) for the Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FishCoRe) Project last May 28-29, 2026.

Led by FishCoRe Project Manager Isidro M. Velayo Jr., FMA 9 Lead Coordinator, Regional Director Edward Yasay of BFAR 10, and FCU-7 Focal, Regional Director Mario Ruinata of BFAR 7, the mission evaluated the ground-level rollout of climate-resilient, "first-mover" subprojects across Ubay, Guindulman, and Mabini within Fisheries Management Area 9 (FMA 9).

The multi-sectoral mission brought together key international, national, and local stakeholders to assess the on-the-ground progress of the FishCoRe projects:

● 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 (𝐂𝐌𝐔): Led by Mr. Zafer Mustafaoglu
● 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐂𝐨𝐑𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦: Led by Ms. Jingie Chu
● 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 (𝐄𝐒) 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬: Ms. Oznur Oguz Kuntasal and Mr. Jun Zeng
● 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 (𝐍𝐏𝐌𝐎): Led by Project Manager Isidro M. Velayo Jr.
● 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 (𝐑𝐏𝐈𝐔) 𝟗: Led by Regional Director Edward Yasay
● 𝐅𝐌𝐀 𝟗 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 (𝐅𝐂𝐔) 𝟕: Led by Regional Director Mario Ruinata
● 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐬 (𝐋𝐆𝐔𝐬): Representatives from Ubay, Guindulman, and Mabini
● 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞-𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞

● 𝐔𝐛𝐚𝐲: A ₱64.79M, 1.9-hectare Aqua Business Technology Incubation (ABTI) Learning and Training Center. The facility features the rehabilitation and improvement of production tanks, dormitory and function hall building, storage facilities, HDPE cages, freshwater and seawater HDPE reservoirs, and a hybrid solar power system.
● 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐦𝐚𝐧: A ₱1.96M milkfish culture project utilizing modern HDPE cages, directly benefiting 68 local fisherfolk.
● 𝐌𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐢: A ₱696K eco-friendly oyster longline farming project designed to serve as a natural bio-filter and climate buffer.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐰

Recent PSA data reveals that while Bohol’s overall fisheries output grew by 6.9% in 2025 (reaching 25,575.56 MT), aquaculture production sharply declined from 10,554.90 MT in 2024 to 8,187.63 MT. These targeted FishCoRe interventions are essential to reversing this trend, protecting coastal livelihoods, and building a sustainable blue economy.

These early subprojects serve as a scalable blueprint for science-based, gender-inclusive coastal management across FMA 9 and the rest of the Philippines.

𝐀 𝐌𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤

Reflecting on the successful field evaluation, World Bank Country Management Unit Director Zafer Mustafaoglu expressed deep appreciation for the ground teams' dedication. He emphasized that the site visits in Bohol provided invaluable, firsthand insights into local aquaculture innovations, marking his first time witnessing how oysters are cultivated. For Mustafaoglu, being on the ground significantly helped him visualize the projects and, most importantly, put faces to the beneficiaries they serve.

Concluding with heartfelt gratitude, he extended a "thousand thanks" to all the local governments, counterparts, and collaborating agencies – including BFAR, DSWD, and DOH. He commended their collective efforts, noting how their continued partnership drives sustainable coastal resiliency and transforms livelihoods across the region.

via FCU-7

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | "𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐲𝐛𝐚𝐲: 𝐀 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞” 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐬 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝟕

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Regional Office 7 (BFAR 7) proudly announces that Ms. Rona May Forinas of the Municipality of Ronda, Cebu emerged as the Grand Winner in the National Level FISHCORExhibit: Raising Awareness on Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency Art Competition (Sculpture Category), where participating regions under Fisheries Management Areas (FMA) 6 and 9 showcased their creativity and advocacy through art.

Ms. Forinas earned the prestigious recognition for her outstanding artwork entitled “Bantay ng Baybay: A Light for Life,” a masterpiece that powerfully embodies the significance of coastal protection, fisheries sustainability, and environmental stewardship.

The national judging of entries was conducted on May 27, 2026, at the BFAR Conference Room, while the Awarding Ceremony took place on May 28, 2026, in Lobo, Batangas, recognizing exceptional talents who creatively advocated for fisheries and coastal resiliency. As part of its continuing mandate, BFAR strengthens its commitment to promoting sustainable fisheries and coastal resiliency through various capacity-building and advocacy initiatives.

Anchored on the Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FishCoRe) Project, the activity highlights the power of art as an avenue to raise awareness on fisheries management, ecosystem protection, and community sustainability, inspiring communities to actively participate in safeguarding marine and coastal resources.

BFAR-7 extends its warmest congratulations to Ms. Rona May Forinas for bringing pride and honor to the region through her creativity, passion, and commitment to advancing awareness on fisheries and coastal resiliency.

via Laila C. Bragat | Aquaculturist II, RFTFCD

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As we commemorate the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing this June 5, the Philippines continues to gain global recognition for its efforts to protect fisheries resources and uphold responsible fishing practices. In the 2025 Global IUU Fishing Index, the country ranked 54th out of 152 coastal States and fourth best in Asia, reflecting stronger fisheries governance and enforcement.

This achievement is supported by the sustained efforts of the Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) in strengthening fishery law enforcement through expanded sea and coastal patrol operations, deployment of patrol vessels, enhanced monitoring and surveillance systems, and closer coordination with partner enforcement agencies. The Bureau also continues to institutionalize best practices through the Fishery Law Enforcement Manual of Operations (FLEMO), which provides standardized, lawful, and effective procedures for fisheries enforcement personnel nationwide.

Beyond improving rankings, these initiatives demonstrate the Philippines’ commitment to safeguarding marine resources, protecting fisherfolk livelihoods, and ensuring that future generations continue to benefit from sustainable and responsibly managed fisheries.

As we commemorate the International Day for the Fight Against Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing this June 5, the Philippines continues to gain global recognition for its efforts to protect fisheries resources and uphold responsible fishing practices. In the 2025 Global IUU Fishing Index, the country ranked 54th out of 152 coastal States and fourth best in Asia, reflecting stronger fisheries governance and enforcement.

This achievement is supported by the sustained efforts of the Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) in strengthening fishery law enforcement through expanded sea and coastal patrol operations, deployment of patrol vessels, enhanced monitoring and surveillance systems, and closer coordination with partner enforcement agencies. The Bureau also continues to institutionalize best practices through the Fishery Law Enforcement Manual of Operations (FLEMO), which provides standardized, lawful, and effective procedures for fisheries enforcement personnel nationwide.

Beyond improving rankings, these initiatives demonstrate the Philippines’ commitment to safeguarding marine resources, protecting fisherfolk livelihoods, and ensuring that future generations continue to benefit from sustainable and responsibly managed fisheries.

𝐀 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐂 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐔𝐌𝐏𝐇: 𝐅𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑-𝟕 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐒 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐀 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐍𝐀 𝐂𝐔𝐌 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐄 𝐀𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐒𝐔 𝐁𝐀𝐈𝐒

A historic milestone for the Fisheries Scholarship Program in Central Visayas, honoring exceptional academic excellence among the children of fisherfolk from Siquijor and Negros Oriental.

BAIS CITY, NEGROS ORIENTAL - May 29, 2026: In a historic milestone for fisheries scholarship in Central Visayas, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region 7 (BFAR-7) proudly celebrates the remarkable academic triumphs of its scholars at the 68th Commencement Exercises of the Negros Oriental State University (NORSU) Bais City Campus. Marking a significant "first" in the regional implementation of the Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP), five BFAR-7 scholars hailing from the island provinces of Siquijor and Negros Oriental secured top academic distinctions, sweeping three Summa Cum Laude and two Magna Cum Laude honors within the Bachelor of Science in Fisheries graduating class.

To recognize this exceptional accomplishment, BFAR-7 formalizes its commitment to rewarding meritocracy by presenting each Summa Cum Laude graduate with an official Plaque of Appreciation alongside a cash incentive of P50,000. The Magna Cum Laude graduates are similarly honored with plaques and cash awards of P30,000 each, highlighting the agency's support for the program.

The Honored Roster of Excellence:

1. Arra Mae R. Amahit - Summa Cum Laude |.
Presidential Academic Awardee
2. Rezlyn F. Bato - Summa Cum Laude |
Presidential Academic Awardee
3. Mariel T. Ynot - Summa Cum Laude |
Presidential Academic Awardee
4. Rain Jay V. Punayan - Magna Cum Laude |
Presidential Academic Awardee
5. Wilmar E. Macabinguel - Magna Cum Laude |
Presidential Academic Awardee

Beyond their Latin honors, all five distinguished graduates were recognized by the university as Presidential Academic Awardees, establishing a high standard for performing scholars. They represent the core demographic of the FSP program, specifically under the Fisherfolk Children Educational Grant, which breaks generational barriers by giving the sons and daughters of registered small-scale fisherfolk (Mangingisdang Juan) access to premium university education.

Established originally in 1980 under Special Order No. 201 and systematically re-engineered under Fisheries Administrative Order (FAO) No. 257-1, the FSP operates nationwide across three strategic components:

• The Fisherfolk Children Educational Grant
• The Fisheries Industry Leaders Grant
• The specialized tracks for Indigenous Cultural Communities and Indigenous Peoples (ICCs/IPs)

The program serves a dual socio-economic objective by equipping underserved artisanal fishing families with opportunities for upward mobility while developing a highly professionalized workforce specialized in addressing the shifting landscape of climate resilience, sustainable resource management, and commercial food systems.

By empowering youth from marginalized coastal areas to master the complexities of marine sciences, resource governance, and modern aquaculture, BFAR-7 continuously aims to build an efficient manpower for local food security.

Moving forward, the BFAR reaffirms its commitment to continuous funding for the program and to mentoring qualified professionals into the necessary roles within government policy bodies and the country's fisheries industry.



via Jose P. Arro Jr | FSP ICCs/IPs Regional Focal Person

𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐀𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐈 𝐑𝐃 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐎 𝐑𝐔𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐀 𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀 𝐊𝐀𝐒𝐀𝐔𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐅𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐅𝐎𝐋𝐊 𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐌𝐀𝐘𝐎 𝟑𝟏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔.

Niining petsa 31 sa bulan sa Mayo, gisaulog sa atong nasud ang National Fisherfolk Day pinasikad sa Presidential Proclamation No. 261 nga gipermahan niadtong tuig 2000 ni kanhi Presidente Joseph Estrada.

Ang Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources 7 (BFAR-7) niduyog sa maong kasaulogan pinaagi sa pag-ila ug paghatag ug pasidungog sa mga pagbudlay sa atong mga kugihan nga mananagat nga maoy naningkamot nga ang mga katawhan adunay makaon nga isda sa matag lamesa. Uban usab sa ilang mga paningkamot ang paghatag ug proteksyon sa atong kadagatan pinaage sa ilang maayong pagdumala sa mga kahinguhaan niini.

Ang buhatan sa BFAR-7 kanunay nga makig-uban sa mga buluhaton ug paningkamot sa atong mga mananagat pinaage sa paghatag ug tubag sa ilang mga panginahanglan ilabina sa ilang panginabuhian.

MABUHI ANG MGA MANANAGAT SA REHIYON 7!