OPAg- Fisheries Division, Ilocos Sur

03/09/2026

03/08/2026

PUBLIC ADVISORY
NO CATCHING OF IPON (GOBY FRY) IN AUGUST AND FEBRUARY

As per Provincial Ordinance No. 14-03, Series of 2014, the catching, selling, or trading of ipon (goby fry) in Ilocos Sur is strictly prohibited during their:
• First Appearance in August
• Last Appearance in February

This ordinance is implemented to:
• Protect the small fish during their critical runs
• Ensure there will still be ipon for the next generations
• Support sustainable fisheries for Ilocos Sur

Let us all cooperate and help safeguard our ipon – the pride of Ilocos Sur.

08/07/2026

“There is Rice in the Fields, Fish in the Water”, having rice in the field and fish in the water is an epitome of abundance and sufficiency — Sukhothai period

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur (PGIS), through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPAg) – Fisheries Division, turned over 75,850 pieces of high-quality tilapia fingerlings to the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Cervantes last July 1, 2026.

The fingerlings were distributed to twenty-nine (29) farmers who completed the Training on Rice-Fish Farming System held last March 30-31, 2026 at the said Municipality. This Rice-Fish farming aims to give farmers more from less, as it maximizes the use of our resources where one field produces rice with tilapia at the same time, with fish cutting pests and fertilizing crops naturally for higher income and food security.

This intervention was made possible through the efforts of the OPAg-Fisheries Division. Fingerlings were requested from BFAR-R1 and endorsed to BFAR-NFTC, Muñoz, Nueva Ecija, where the stocks were sourced. This initiative supports trained farmers and strengthens sustainable fisheries in Ilocos Sur.

01/07/2026

The FARMC Chairperson of the different coastal cities/municipalities of Ilocos Sur joined the 2026 𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬: “𝐔𝐧𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐌𝐀 6 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐂 𝐢𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞”

29/06/2026

22/05/2026

04/05/2026

Buwan ng Magsasaka at Mangingisda 💚💙

30/03/2026

Market Inspection for Food Safety & Sustainable Fisheries

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur – Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (Fisheries Division), in coordination with PNP Maritime Group – Vigan City, Municipal Agriculturist Office, Market Inspector, and Deputized Fish Wardens, conducted a market inspection at San Juan Public Market on March 24, 2026.

The activity ensured that fishery products are legally sourced, properly handled, and safe for consumers, while promoting compliance with fisheries laws. Weighing scales were also inspected, with defective units confiscated for recalibration.

30/01/2026

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur, through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist – Fisheries Division, promotes sustainable aquaculture and supports communities across the province.

Following the requested validation of aquaculture areas in Suyo by the Man-atong Elementary School Parents-Teachers Association, the Fisheries Division distributed 5,725 GET EXCEL tilapia fingerlings to 15 local fisherfolk, helping improve livelihoods, food security, and the responsible management of water resources.

This initiative strengthens communities and sustainable fisheries in Ilocos Sur.

23/01/2026

Market Inspection for Food Safety & Sustainable Fisheries

The OPAG Fisheries, together with PNP Maritime Vigan and the Deputy Fish Wardens of Ilocos Sur, conducted a market inspection at Magsingal Public Market on January 21, 2026.
The activity ensured that fishery products are legally sourced, properly handled, and safe for consumers, while supporting compliance with fisheries laws and sustainable practices.