The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) has distributed 36 fiberglass – reinforced, plastic fishing boats to boost the livelihood of marginal fishermen in six coastal towns. BFAR Region 1 Director Lilibeth L. Signey said that of the 220 fiberglass boats that Rep. Sandra Eriguel requested, the agency has partially awarded 36 units to the municipalities of Bauang, Caba, Aringay, Agoo, Sto. Tomas and Rosario. Seventy-two families will benefit from the use of the nineteen 30-footer units, fifteen 27-footer units, and two 17-footer units.

Beleo, E. (2018, December 13). New fiberglass boats for La Union fishermen. Manila Bulletin, p. 8.