BFAR-13 presents assessment result on shellfish farming to LGU Surigao City
SURIGAO CITY, Surigao del Norte -- The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) National Fisheries Development Center (NFDC) recently presented to City Mayor Pablo Yves L. Dumlao II the initial results of a two-day site assessment for oyster and mussel farming in Surigao City.
The presentation was led by BFAR NFDC Aqua/Shellfish Unit Head Francisco M. Reyes Jr., alongside a team of experts including Raquel A. Ferrer, Jurads H. Dalisay, Carlo E. Bunducan, Romeo R. Visperas, Marjorie B. Valiente, and Cecile C. Bag-ao.
The assessment sought to explore sustainable aquaculture opportunities to boost local fisherfolk livelihood and ensure the long-term viability of shellfish farming in the area.
Mayor Dumlao expressed strong support to the initiative, highlighting the importance of providing sustainable livelihood options for local communities.
He assured BFAR of the local government’s commitment to collaborate on aquaculture projects that will benefit fisherfolk and contribute to the region's economic growth. (Surigao City-PIO/PIA- Surigao del Norte)
