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Aboitiz Cleanergy Park cited as birdwatching haven
September 12, 2020 , on page 5)A wide variety of habitat types, combined with the area's safe and secure environment, has made the Aboitiz Cleanergy Park in Davao City an excellent site for bird watching, a local bird watching expert said, with the ... -
Aboitiz Cleanergy Park: Promoting biodiversity conservation
June 12, 2020 , on page 6-7)The World Environment Month is commemorated every June, with the World Environment Day on June 5th. As the world celebrates this, it is important to reflect on the many ways humans impact the planet and its flora and fauna. ... -
Abundant catch, but small-scale fishing biz is ‘not happy’
June 22, 2020 , on page 1-2)Bountiful catch of tamban (sardines) fish was again noted on Friday, June 19, with the price steadily going to P20 per kilo off the landing area. But small-time fishermen of Cagayan de Oro were obviously not happy. “Sayang ... -
Activities regulated in watershed areas
May 24, 2021 , on page 3)Trekking activities in watershed areas in Davao City are now strictly prohibited, while recreational activities in these areas will be regulated, the Watershed Management Council (WMC) ordered in a resolution. The Davao ... -
AFP plans to build structures on WPS islands
April 24, 2021 , on page 3-7)Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Cirilito Sobejana said they have proposed the construction of various structures on islands in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to better protect the disputed territory. ... -
AFP plans to construct structures on WPS isles
April 25, 2021 , on page 13)Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Cirilito Sobejana said they have proposed the construction of various structures on islands in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) to better protect the disputed territory. ... -
Agri-fisheries modernization plan pilot tested in Masantol
February 23, 2021 , on page 2)The Department of Agriculture (DA)-Central Luzon, together with the Philippine Statistical Research and Training Institute (PSRTI), conducted a pilot testing of questionnaires for the National Agriculture and Fisheries ... -
Agro-fishery losses climb to P78M
January 18, 2021 , on page 6)The damage caused by massive flooding brought about by heavy rains with strong winds to agro-fishery sector of Negros Occidental has increased to about P78 million. For the January 8 to 11 flash floods alone, the Office ... -
Agro-fishery losses further rise to P53.6M
January 14, 2021 , on page 1-8)More damage and production losses brought by the recent massive flooding in Negros Occidental to the local agro-fishery sector were recorded, now reaching at about P53.6 million. In terms of fisheries, the flash floods, ... -
Angat dam's water level drops
May 16, 2023 , on page 3)Rains in the past week did little to increase the water level of Angat Dam, according to latest data from the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). As of May 12, the water ... -
Angeles conducts tree planting in watershed
June 20, 2021 , on page 1-11)The Angeles City Government spearheaded a tree planting activity at the Angeles City Watershed in Barangay Sapangbato on June 19, as part of Mayor Carmelo "Pogi" Lazatin, Jr.'s kick-off campaign for the city’s environment ... -
Apo Island has enough fish, income to sustain food security
May 19, 2023 , on page 12)Residents of the world-renowned dive destination Apo Island in Dauin town, Negros Oriental province have enough fish to sustain their daily food requirements while boosting their income from fisheries and eco-tourism. This ... -
Asian experts here; discuss responsible fisheries code
August 1, 2000 , on page 2)In the aim of promoting the regional code of conduct on responsible fisheries-aquaculture development (RCCRF-AD), core experts coming from both the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC) and the Association ... -
Bangkung Malapad now an eco-tourism area
November 30, 2021 , on page 3-11)Environment Secretary Roy Cimatu issued Department of Environment and Natural Resource Administrative Order (DAO) 2021-36, declaring the 405-hectare Sasmuan Bangkung Malapad Coastal Wetland in Sasmuan town as a critical ... -
Bantayan town gets P35.5-M aid to boost food security
March 17, 2021 , on page 10)The Municipality of Bantayan in Cebu has reaped a total of P35.7 million worth of agri-fishery projects that will leapfrog the town’s food security program to boost the Province of Cebu’s tourism campaign for the island. ... -
Bantayan's water desalination plant to operate soon
February 27, 2022 , on page 4)The town of Bantayan in northern Cebu will soon have its own water desalination plant. The Bantayan Municipal Government aims to complete the construction of the plant located in Barangay Luyongbaybay on the islet of Doong ... -
'Be mindful of environment protection, conservation," bizmen urge LGUs
January 25, 2021 , on page 5)Though they are backing road, river and creek clearing activities in Negros Occidental, businessmen have urged local government units (LGUs) in the province to be mindful of environment protection and conservation. Frank ... -
Beaching at Sipaway Island
(SunStar Philippines,June 8, 2022 , on page 5)Going to the beach is a good release of some worries in life. Seeing the panoramic view of the beach and how it fills out the beauty of the atmosphere and the waves that envelop each other as it comes to and from the ... -
Better yield for seaweed farmers
March 28, 2022 , on page 9)Seaweed farmer Marian Maadil Ahajan, a beneficiary of Phase 1 of the PRDP supported seaweed project, said that the seedlings from MSU were very good because they could grow fast even without the use of fertilizers. “The ... -
BFAR 3 is now accepting applicants for Fisheries Scholarship Program (FSP) Competitive Examination
October 29, 2020 , on page 3)This is open to all students/individual who are interested to pursue a four (4) - year BS Fisheries Course starting 1st Semester SY 2021-2022.