The Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) Regional Office IX strengthened its coordination with local government units (LGUs) in the province of Sulu through a Fisheries Consultation held on May 20, 2026, in Jolo, Sulu. The activity was attended by municipal mayors and representatives from various municipalities across the province, continue reading : DA-BFAR IX Strengthens Collaboration in Fisheries Sector in Sulu
DA-BFAR 9 Leads Training on the Reproductive Biology of Octopus
Zamboanga City, May 8, 2026 — The Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) Regional Office 9 spearheaded the Training on the Reproductive Biology of Octopus, participated in by representatives from BFAR Regions 4-B, 5, 9, and CARAGA, all of which are recognized for their high octopus production and catch. The continue reading : DA-BFAR 9 Leads Training on the Reproductive Biology of Octopus
DA-BFAR IX Conducts Fisheries Industry Forum in Zamboanga Sibugay
Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay – May 7, 2026 — The Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) Region 9, through its Provincial Fisheries Office, conducted a Fisheries Industry Forum in Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. The activity was carried out in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of Trade and continue reading : DA-BFAR IX Conducts Fisheries Industry Forum in Zamboanga Sibugay
New FMA-4 Board Members Take Oath for Sustainable Fisheries Management
Zamboanga City, May 7, 2026 — The newly elected Management Board of Fisheries Management Area 4 (FMA-4) officially took their oath of office, marking the start of their mandate to promote sustainable and science-based fisheries management across Regions VI, IX, the Negros Island Region (NIR), and the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The continue reading : New FMA-4 Board Members Take Oath for Sustainable Fisheries Management
Tagapan Installed as Regional Fisherfolk Director for 2026
Zamboanga City, May 4, 2026 — A new chapter in fisherfolk representation in the region has officially begun following the formal appointment of the CY 2026 Regional Fisherfolk Director by the Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) Regional Office 9. Ms. Winnie L. Tagapan formally took her oath before Regional continue reading : Tagapan Installed as Regional Fisherfolk Director for 2026
RD Kunting Conducts Inspection of Ongoing Seaweed Facility Construction
Isabela City, Basilan — Recently, DA-BFAR 9 Regional Director Al-Zath K. Kunting inspected the ongoing construction of the Seaweed Facility at the Integrated Mariculture Outreach Station (IMOS) as part of the agency’s continuous efforts to strengthen fisheries programs and support coastal communities. The Regional Director led the visit to monitor the progress of the facility continue reading : RD Kunting Conducts Inspection of Ongoing Seaweed Facility Construction
FCU 9 Conduct FishCoRe Art Exhibit Competition Year 2 Back-to-back with Orientation on Women’s FiSHEr Congress
ZAMBOANGA CITY – In a vibrant intersection of environmental advocacy and social empowerment, the Fisheries Management Area Coordinating Unit (FCU) 9 conducted a dual-purpose event on April 23, 2026, centering on the future of the region’s marine resources and the people who depend on them. The day featured the FISHCOREXHIBIT, an art competition raising awareness continue reading : FCU 9 Conduct FishCoRe Art Exhibit Competition Year 2 Back-to-back with Orientation on Women’s FiSHEr Congress
BFAR IX Conducts 1st Quarter Review and Planning Workshop
The Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) Region 9 conducted its 1st Quarter Regional Performance Review and Catch-Up Plan Preparation Workshop on April 8–10, 2026, at the BFAR IX Conference Hall in Zamboanga City. The three-day activity served as an opportunity to assess the implementation of programs and projects, identify continue reading : BFAR IX Conducts 1st Quarter Review and Planning Workshop
From Fish Cages to Income: Fisherfolk Earn Php 550K from First Harvest
Poblacion, Malangas, Zamboanga Sibugay — What began as a simple fish cage project has become a promising source of income for the Aqua Bounty Fisherfolk Association, which earned Php 550,150.00 from its first harvest. On March 30, 2026, members of the association gathered with great pride as they harvested approximately 4.03 metric tons of milkfish continue reading : From Fish Cages to Income: Fisherfolk Earn Php 550K from First Harvest