The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources is elevating its services to the fisherfolks and addressing the spoilage of the fishermen’s catch, as it celebrates National Farmers and Fisherfolk Month. The Department of AgricultureBFAR (DA-BFAR) commemorates the 34th year anniversary, with the theme: “Isang pagpupugay sa mga Mangingisdang Kabalikat sa Likas-Kayang Pag-unlad ng Pangisdaan." Under Presidential Proclamation No. 33, the month of May of every year is declared as Farmers’ and Fisherfolk Month to give due recognition and tribute to farmers and fisherfolk.

Verdejo, G. (2023, May 22). BFAR personalizes its services to fisherfolks. The Manila Times, p. A4.