BFAR Region 1

23/10/2026

𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐔𝐒𝐂 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐓𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬
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‎The BFAR-Region 1 participated in a Key Informant Interview (KII) conducted by the University of San Carlos (USC) of Cebu City in connection with its study titled “Impact Assessment of the DOST-PCAARRD Technology Transfer Project on the Transfer of AOAC Accredited Isotope-Based Receptor Assay for Paralytic Shellfish Toxins to End-User.”
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‎The study aims to gather relevant data on the technology transfer of the Radioligand Receptor Binding Assay (RBA), a method used in the analysis of Paralytic Shellfish Toxins (PST).
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‎Through online and face-to-face interviews with BFAR personnel involved in PST monitoring and management, the research seeks to assess the project's technology transfer and its application by end-users.
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‎BFAR Region 1's participation reflects its support for research and information-gathering initiatives that contribute to the assessment of fisheries-related technologies and strengthen efforts in shellfish toxin monitoring and management.

23/10/2026

𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐕𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐬
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‎The BFAR-RFO1, through the Fisheries Management, Regulatory and Enforcement Division (FMRED) and the Integrated Marine Environment Monitoring System (IMEMS), conducted the Installation and Replacement of Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) units for Commercial Fishing Vessels (CFVs) and Training of VMS Installers in Region 1 on October 13–16, 2026 in RMATDEC-Casantaan, Sto. Tomas, La Union.
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‎The four-day activity aimed to enhance participants’ technical knowledge and practical skills in installing and replacing Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) units, which play an important role in tracking CFVs and supporting the monitoring of fishing activities. The sessions facilitated by the BFAR-Central Office covered Vessel Monitoring Measures, an overview of IMEMS, VMS and Electronic Reporting System (ERS) installation procedures, VHF cable connections, and electronic logbook (E-log) reporting.
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‎A key highlight of the activity was the hands-on onboard installation training aboard four commercial fishing vessels: FB Myra 1, FB Myra, Jecel Mae and FB AC Express. Participants first observed the trainers demonstrate the installation procedures before performing the tasks themselves under supervision. This practical approach strengthened their ability to install VMS equipment properly and helped prepare them to support vessel monitoring operations in the region.
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‎With properly installed and functioning VMS units, authorities can monitor vessel movements and fishing activities more effectively, identify potential non-compliance, and support timely enforcement action. Together with electronic reporting and other fisheries monitoring measures, VMS contributes to greater transparency, accountability, and compliance among commercial fishing vessels.
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‎The training was conducted with the facilitators from BFAR Central Office, Hernandy Augusto P., Head of the GIS/RS Section; Paul R. Bisco, ISR III; and Edgar T. Tan, FIIMC VMS Staff.

23/10/2026

23/10/2026

21/10/2026

𝐖𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆!

𝐎𝐧𝐞 (𝟏) 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐈
𝐎𝐧𝐞 (𝟏) 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐈
𝐎𝐧𝐞 (𝟏) 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐈

Deadline: November 2, 2026

‎Interested applicants must submit their application on or before the deadline not later than 5 PM containing the following documents:

‎REQUIREMENTS:
1. Application letter addressed to:
‎ REMELY B. LACHICA, DPA
Regional Director
2. Fully accomplished PDS with recent passport size
pictures and work experience sheet
3. Photocopy of Authenticated PRC ID and Board Rating or CSC
Certificate of Eligibility;
4. Photocopy of Transcript of Records and Diploma;
5. Photocopy of Certificate of Seminars/Trainings attended and facilitated;
6. Photocopy of Special Orders, Fisheries Office Orders, re: Designation (if applicable);
7. Potential Rating from their respective Division Chief (if applicable);
8. Performance rating in the last two (2) rating period (if applicable)
9. Service Record or Certificate of Employment stating the position assumed and the corresponding duties and responsibilities;
10. Individual Performance Commitment Review Form for the last two (2) rating periods (for Government Employees only)
11. Statement duly signed by the Applicant as to any relative or relatives within the fourth (4th) degree of consanguinity or affinity within the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

All required documents must be combined into one PDF file to facilitate easier review and reference.

Note:
• All qualified applicants are welcome to apply and shall be evaluated in terms of their qualifications and competencies to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position and no applicant shall be discriminated on account of his/her age, civil status, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity or political affiliation and disability.
• Late applications and applicants with incomplete requirements shall not be entertained.

21/10/2026

21/10/2026

𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞-𝐭𝐲𝐩𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬, 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐫

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‎A village-type hatchery in Barangay Comillas North, Cervantes, Ilocos Sur, has produced around 10,000 GET Excel tilapia fingerlings during its first breeding operation, creating opportunities to strengthen local aquaculture and generate additional income.
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‎Established in November 2025 through the partnership of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – Regional Fisheries Office I (BFAR-RFO I) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Cervantes, the project aims to improve the local supply of quality tilapia fingerlings and support freshwater fish farmers.
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‎Project beneficiary Andrew Pecsoy received 3,000 breeder-quality tilapia fry from Family 1 and Family 2, commercial feeds, and essential hatchery equipment and supplies.
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‎ BFAR-RFO I, through the Provincial Fisheries Office of Ilocos Sur, continues to provide technical assistance on hatchery management and breeding operations.
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‎The hatchery has also expanded its market reach, selling a portion of its initial production to fish farmers in Tadian and Bauko, Mountain Province, and generating at least ₱10,000 in initial sales.
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‎The promising results demonstrate the potential of community-based hatcheries to improve access to quality fingerlings, reduce dependence on distant suppliers, and create livelihood opportunities for small-scale aquaculture operators.

20/10/2026

20/10/2026

𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐍𝐀𝐍 | 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐲𝐨 𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐧𝐚𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐬𝐝𝐚 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐠-𝐃𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐚 𝐈𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐨𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧

Alamin ang naitalang presyo at kabuuang suplay ng mga pangunahing fisheries commodities sa Ilocos Region batay sa lingguhang pagsubaybay ng BFAR Region 1 sa mga pangunahing pamilihan sa rehiyon.