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₱5.8-B farm, fishery products sold through DA’s ‘Kadiwa’
(Manila Bulletin,June 7, 2020 , on page 3)About P5.8 billion worth of farm and fishery products were sold through the Department of Agriculture’s (DA) Kadiwa ni Ani at Kita marketing platforms, which had so far benefited around 1.3 million households nationwide. ... -
Aklan free from red tide – BFAR
(Panay News,November 5, 2016 , on page 3-13)Coastal waters in the province are free from toxic red tide, according to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR). Fish, squids, shrimps, and crabs may be eaten provided they are fresh, washed thoroughly, and ... -
Aquafeed project shows promise to improve income of farmers
(DailyGuardian,June 9, 2021 , on page 6-7)To help lower the price of fish amidst volatile food prices across the country, an international aquaculture research center is coming up with a new fish feed formulation that is cost-efficient and eco-friendly. Using ... -
'Arroyo' fish bane to Hagonoy fisherfolk
(Manila Bulletin,September 14, 2013 , on page 2)Unbelievable but true. there is a fish named Arroyo. The Arroyo fish can pass for normal "tilapia," with the difference on its yellow jaw, silver abdomen, slimy texture and foul-smelling odor. Rey Rivera, a longtime resident ... -
BFAR raises red tide alert in 3 provinces
(Philippine Daily Inquirer,May 9, 2020 , on page A4)The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has warned consumers against eating shellfish at this time due to another red time contamination. Shellfish from Dauis and Tagbilaran City in Bohol; Balite Bay, Mati ... -
BFAR raises red tide alert in WV
(Panay News,September 18, 2015 , on page 7)Do not harvest, sell, buy, or eat shellfish from red tide affected areas. The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) warned consumers to avoid shellfish collected from the coastal waters of Mambuquiao and Camansi ... -
BFAR raises red tide warning over three provinces
(BusinessWorld,May 11, 2020 , on page S1/10)The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has warned consumers against eating shellfish harvested from three areas due to red tide contamination. The BFAR said that shellfish from Dauis and Tagbilaran City in ... -
BFAR-6 to establish 51 fish landing centers
(The Daily Guardian,February 21, 2017 , on page 2)The establishment of 51 community fish landing centers (CFLCs) in Western Visayas is the priority of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR-6) in 2017. The centers will be distributed in the provinces of Aklan, ... -
Big prospects for organic aquaculture
(Manila Bulletin,March 11, 2010 , on page B-5)Why are organic products getting the consumers' nod in Asia and in other parts of the world? As consumers today are becoming increasingly aware of the issues concerning food safety, there emerges a positive perception of ... -
Biggest fish market set for new home
(BusinessWorld,January 2, 2014 , on page S1/7)As most of Tokyo sleeps, men in rubber boots haggle over tuna in the cavernous halls of Tsukiji market. The clang of a bell around 5:30 a.m. kicks off the action at the world’s biggest fish emporium. Traders flash hand ... -
Bohol fish market to serve as template for agri-tourism TienDA
(Manila Standard,August 20, 2018 , on page B4)Agriculture Secretary Emmanuel Piñol has called the newly launched Bohol Fish Market in Tagbilaran City “an overwhelming success” and plans to replicate it in various parts of the country. “The successful staging of the ... -
Bong Go: Agri crucial in Filipinos’ recovery from Covid-19 crisis
(The Manila Times,June 14, 2020 , on page A3)Sen. Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go on Saturday called on the Department of Agriculture (DA) to assist more agriculture- and fishery-based micro and small enterprises (MSEs) to boost food security as part of government ... -
Cebu fish prices up 50%
(Manila Bulletin,July 11, 2015 , on page 6)Fish traders and consumers alike are complaining about the sudden increase in the wholesale and retail prices of fish and other seafood. In a visit to several markets in Cebu City, the Manila Bulletin learned that bad ... -
Commercial production of sea cucumber now possible
(The Philippine Star,August 3, 2014 , on page B-2)They are over exploited in the wild due to high demand from consumers for their reported medical, pharmaceutical, gastronomical and commercial use. Now, sea cucumber (Holothuria scabra) culture in hatcheries at the Bureau ... -
Companies need to wake up to the new normal of climate change
(Manila Bulletin,November 25, 2019 , on page 6)Think wine growers in Australia, ski resort operators in Japan, or fishing and farming communities in the Philippines, whose way of life depends on environmental conditions that are already changing dramatically. In areas ... -
Consumer good makers lead fight against plastic pollution
(Malaya,October 12, 2018 , on page A10)The International Coastal Cleanup 2018 has mobilized various companies and organizations in the shared advocacy of cleanup of bodies of water while fostering awareness on the global issue of marine debris. The Philippines ... -
Consumers should be wary of formalin-laced food products - DOH
(Manila Bulletin,August 23, 2018 , on page 9)A Department of Health (DOH) official has warned the public against purchasing meat and seafood products that might be laced with formalin, as this may cause cancer and other health risks. Health Undersecretary Rolando ... -
Coop urged not to burden consumers charges during Boracay closure
(The Daily Guardian,April 24, 2018 , on page 2-14)Senator Sherwin Gatchalian urged the Aklan Electric Cooperative Inc. (Akelco) on Monday to invoke a force majeure so as not to pass on extra power charges to consumers during the six-month closure of Boracay island starting ... -
Coop’s power contracts under review due to Boracay closure
(The Daily Guardian,April 19, 2018 , on page 2-14)The National Electrification Administration (NEA) will look into the power supply contracts of Aklan Electric Cooperative (Akelco) amid the expected drop in power demand due to the impending closure of Boracay Island on ... -
DA hopes to double shrimp output in 5 years
(Manila Bulletin,July 10, 2008 , on page B-2)The Department of Agriculture (DA) hopes to double the country's shrimp production in five years and thus regain its status as a top exporter of Peneaus vannamei of Pacific white shrimp. Agriculture Undersecretary Jesus ...