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Fisheries center renews call for students to do research; use labs, services
Recognizing the importance of science and research for the country’s future food security, an international research center is encouraging students to pursue research in aquaculture while opening the doors of its laboratory ...
- June 13, 2020
Seahorses get second life with SEAFDEC, NegOcc islanders’ help
The coral reefs north of Negros Island are once more teeming with seahorses after a seven-year partnership between researchers and the local island community successfully protected and replenished their wild population. ...
- September 19, 2020
Jump-start aquaculture business with coaching from experts
Fish farms and hatcheries need proper management for these to prosper, so experts from the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) are offering aquaculture trainings with first-hand ...
- February 8, 2020
Agri-wastes eyed as cheap, eco-friendly source of fish feed
Affordable and sustainable feed ingredients for fish farmers are in the works as researchers continue to develop fish diet formulations using discarded agricultural wastes and byproducts. Dr. Frolan Aya, a scientist at the ...
- September 30, 2020
Roxas City to boost ‘talaba’ production
Talaba or oyster farmers here can look forward to ample assistance to boost production and improve marketing. With the city government, they are in talks with the Gerry Roxas Foundation and concerned government agencies. ...
- February 5, 2021
SEAFDEC reminds shrimp growers to avoid stocking ponds during cold months
To prevent the entry of shrimp diseases, shrimp farmers are advised not to stock their ponds during cold months if their farms are not biosecurity-compliant or fully equipped to prevent the entry of shrimp diseases. Experts ...
- February 22, 2020
Disease-afflicted PH seaweed farms see hope with help of scientists
Seaweed farming, a multi-million dollar export industry in the Philippines, is at the centerpiece of a worldwide effort by scientists to better address the outbreak of diseases and pests that are plaguing the farms. With ...
- October 31, 2020
Fisherfolks up in arms against proposed oil depot in Dumangas
An oil depot is being proposed in Barangay Talusan, Dumangas, Iloilo but fisherfolks and fishpond operators in the town are against it. An oil leakage could ruin Dumangas' marine resources and the fishponds that grow premium ...
- March 22, 2021
Study: Helping young fish see at night makes them grow faster
Pompano, locally known as apahan or dawis lawin, is a high-value fish which is in demand both in the local and export markets. It is known for its firm and flaky meat with a sweet and mild flavor. In Asian countries including ...
- March 7, 2020
Conservation urged to save native catfish
The bighead catfish (Clarias macrocephalus), one of two native catfish species, was once a popular meal and is found in lakes, ponds, and rice fields across the Philippines. Based on studies and anecdotal reports, it is ...
- August 29, 2020