Fisheries Division - Iloilo Provincial Agriculture Office

2nd Farmers' and Fisherfolks' Week

𝑰𝒍𝒐𝒊𝒍𝒐 𝑭𝒂𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒔' 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑭𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒐𝒍𝒌𝒔' 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌
October 2-6, 2023

Now happening...

Day 2. Fishery Law Enforcement Training (FLET)
Randy L. Zerrudo

Day 1 of Fishery Law Enforcement Training (FLET) conducted by the Iloilo Provincial Agriculture together with BFAR Region VI at Northern Iloilo State University, Concepcion, Iloilo.

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We are excited to invite you to the Fisheries Day on October 4, 2023! This event is part of the Farmers’ and Fisherfolk’s Week of the Iloilo Provincial Agriculture Office from October 2-6, 2023. It is a special day to honor the fisherfolk and the fisheries sector in our province. You'll get to explore and learn about the different facets of fisheries, shop for various fish commodities and have a taste of the delicious value-added fish products. Don't miss this opportunity to join us in this festive celebration. Mark your calendars and save the date!

The following are the activities during the Fisheries Day:
1. Isdaan sa Kapitolyo
2. Best Ornamental Fish Booth
3. Aquascaping Contest
4. Junior Koi Show
5. Tilanggit-Making Contest

On June 8, 2023, the local government units of Oton, Tigbauan, Guimbal, Miagao, and San Joaquin convened in Miagao, Iloilo to reactivate the Southern Iloilo Coastal Resources Management Council (SICRMC).

A new set of officers were elected for the term (2023-2026) SICRMC elected new officers for the term 2023-2026. Mayor Oscar "Richard" Garin Jr. of Miagao as President, Mr. Rodelio Sedantes of LGU San Joaquin as Secretary and Ms. Allison Bretaña of LGU Oton as Treasurer. The election was followed with a presentation on fisheries management mechanisms by Mr. Matteo Doyola, Jr. Senior Fishing Regulations Officer of DA-BFAR Region 6. His talk has emphasized the importance of an active alliance so it can effectively manage the resources in which it is has a vital role to play.

The reactivation of SICRMC is strongly supported by Governor Arthur “Toto” Defensor Jr. and Sangguniang Panlalawigan member for First District, Jo Ann Basco Germinanda. The Provincial Agriculture Office headed by Dr. Ildefonso T. Toledo served as the SICRMC secretariat. The assembly was attended by thirty-five (35) delegates, including the current members of the Board of Trustees. Also present is the DA-BFAR Region 6 - Iloilo Provincial Fishery Office (PFO) being the partner of Iloilo Provincial Government in fisheries management in the province.

The SICRMC is composed of five coastal municipalities in Southern Iloilo that collaborate to conserve and manage their major fishing ground – the Panay Gulf, which is an ecologically diverse but vulnerable marine environment. The council, which was founded in 2006 with the support of University of the Philippines Visayas, focuses on fisheries law enforcement, coastal habitat restoration, and equitable benefit distribution among municipalities. Despite its early success, the council became inactive after the last convergence in 2016.

The reactivation of the SICRMC marks an important step forward for coastal resource management in Southern Iloilo. With new leadership in place and strong support from various stakeholders, the council is poised to address the challenges and opportunities for sustainable fisheries management in Southern Iloilo. # # -HKS

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(Photo from Ms E. Guevarra)

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𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢!

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Regional Office 6 invites everyone to attend the online orientation entitled, "Fins and Forms: Compliance with the Aquatic Wildlife Act Through Ornamental Fish Registration" on May 19, 2023, Friday, at 9:30 AM via Zoom.

This activity aims to create awareness of the Registration of Aquatic Wildlife pursuant to Fisheries Administrative Order (FAO) No. 233 or the Aquatic Wildlife Conservation Act as well as other rules and regulations governing the conservation and protection of fisheries and aquatic resources.

This activity is free of charge and is open to the general public, preferably ornamental fish farmers and hobbyists in REGION 6.

To register, you may scan the QR code below or visit the link: bit.ly/bfar6CAWR
For more information, you may contact Ms. Marichu B. Palapaz through our email at [email protected] or landline number, (033)501-1305.

See you there!

For your info:

The Iloilo Provincial Government (IPG), through the LEDIP Center and the Provincial Agriculture Office with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR), the University of the Philippines Visayas College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences (UPV-CFOS) and the Northern Iloilo Seaweed Industry Association (NISIA) will hold the 1st Iloilo Seaweed Summit on April 14-15, 2023 at the Casa Real de Iloilo, Iloilo City.

Fisheries Division - Iloilo Provincial Agriculture Office