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18/08/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐑𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞-𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

📍 August 4–6, 2026 | Brgy. Kanipaan, Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat

The 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐗𝐈𝐈 (𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐗𝐈𝐈), 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 (𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐏) under the 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐒𝐃), successfully conducted a three-day capacity-building activity for the Dusaban Salt and Fisherfolk Association.

Anchored on reorientation, registration, and value addition, the activity strengthened participants’ knowledge and skills toward a more organized, productive, and market-oriented salt industry.

The activity covered Gender and Development (GAD), reorientation on DSIP and the Salt Producers’ Registration Program (SPR), and the importance of registering salt producers to ensure proper recognition, monitoring, and access to government programs and technical assistance.

On Day 2, participants explored salt value addition, learning practical ways to develop quality and marketable salt products that can command better prices and create additional income opportunities. This was complemented by discussions on food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and proper handling to ensure safe and high-quality products.

The activity culminated in a hands-on technical demonstration on elevated solar salt beds, covering installation, brine management, crystallization, harvesting, and proper handling and storage of salt.

Through knowledge-sharing and hands-on learning, BFAR XII continues to empower local salt producers to improve their products, strengthen their livelihoods, and become active partners in revitalizing the Philippine Salt Industry.

𝙋𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙡𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙣, 𝙎𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙣! 🧂🇵🇭

20/07/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐏 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (𝐒𝐏𝐑) 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐭

July 14 – 16, 2026 | Brgy. Malatunol, Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat

The 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐗𝐈𝐈 (𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐗𝐈𝐈), through the 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 (𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐏) under the 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐒𝐃), successfully conducted a three-day activity aimed to equip 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐝 𝐃𝐚𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐤 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 with knowledge, skills and practical experience needed to establish a resilient local salt industry.

The activity commenced with a session on Gender and Development (GAD) session that emphasized gender equality and the importance of inclusive participation of women and men in the salt industry. Participants recognized how shared responsibilities and equal opportunities contribute to stronger communities and a more sustainable salt sector.

Participants were also introduced to the DSIP and Salt Producers’ Registration Program (SPR), providing them with a better understanding of the government’s initiatives to revitalize the salt industry under the Republic Act No. 11985. The capacity-building sessions further explored modern salt production technologies, presenting innovative methods designed to improve productivity, product quality, and resilience against changing environmental conditions. Participants learned about elevated solar salt beds, improved production systems, and climate-adaptive technologies that enable salt producers to maximize production while promoting efficiency and sustainability.

To reinforce the importance of producing safe and high-quality salt, discussions regarding food safety were made, focusing on proper sanitation, hygiene, contamination prevention, and good handling practices throughout the production process.

On the second day, participants actively joined Fish N’ Learn, an interactive financial literacy session that transformed learning into an engaging experience through games and practical activities. The session introduced fundamental concepts of budgeting, saving, responsible spending, and financial planning, enabling fisherfolk and salt producers to better manage their income and financial decisions.
The final day feature an actual demonstration of using the elevated solar salt beds – from proper installation, preparation and management of brine, water storage and distribution, crystallization, harvesting techniques, up to the proper handling and storage of harvested salt.

Through knowledge sharing, skills development, and hands-on learning, the activity empowered local communities to become active partners in revitalizing the Philippine Salt Industry. As more producers embrace modern technologies, food safety standards, gender-inclusive participation, and sound financial management, bringing the country one step closer to achieving the vision of “𝙋𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙡𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙣, 𝙎𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙣!”

03/07/2026

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐒𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐀) 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐞-𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠
June 30, 2026 - July 01, 2026 | Brgy. Buayan, General Santos City

The 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐗𝐈𝐈 (𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐗𝐈𝐈), through the 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 (𝐃𝐒𝐈𝐏) under the 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐅𝐏𝐒𝐒𝐃), successfully conducted a two-day Training-Workshop on Salt Value-Adding equipping local salt producers with knowledge and practical skills to enhance the value of their products.

Local salt producers from Brgy. Buayan were officially registered through the rollout of Salt Producers Registration Program. Discussions also covered food safety practices in salt handling and processing, emphasizing quality, hygiene, and proper handling to ensure safe and marketable products. Participants were likewise introduced to the concept of salt value-adding, learning how transforming ordinary solar salt into specialty flavored salts can increase product value, expand market opportunities, and improve income.

The workshop shifted to hands-on learning as participants were guided through the actual step-by-step process of producing flavored salts. They also learned the basics of product costing and pricing to help them determine potential earnings and develop a sustainable business. By the end of the workshop, participants successfully produced Chili Salt, Steak Salt, and Pepper Salt.

From producing salt to creating value, this initiative marks another step toward a stronger and more innovative local salt industry.

16/05/2026

𝐃𝐀-𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐲𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐧 𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠

ZAMBOANGA CITY – Pinagtipon ng Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) ang mga salt producer, mamimili, at iba’t ibang stakeholder mula sa iba’t ibang panig ng bansa sa isinagawang National Salt Industry Forum at Salt Market Matching noong Mayo 12–13, 2026 upang palakasin ang market linkages at mapaunlad ang lokal na produksyon ng asin.

Pinangunahan ng National Salt Program Management Office (NSPMO) at Fisheries Industry Development and Support Services Division (FIDSSD) ng DA-BFAR Central Office, katuwang ang DA-BFAR Regional Fisheries Office IX bilang host region, ang dalawang araw na aktibidad na dinaluhan ng mga kinatawan mula sa pamahalaan, pribadong sektor, industriya ng pangisdaan, at iba’t ibang samahan ng salt producers sa bansa.

Isinagawa ang forum bilang bahagi ng pagpapatupad ng Republic Act No. 11895 o Philippine Salt Industry Development Act na naglalayong suportahan ang lokal na industriya ng asin sa pamamagitan ng resource mapping, market linkage facilitation, at enterprise development. Bahagi rin ito ng pagpapalawak ng Development of Salt Industry Project (DSIP) na kasalukuyang ipinatutupad sa labintatlong rehiyon sa bansa upang mabawasan ang pagdepende ng Pilipinas sa imported na asin.

Sa pagbubukas ng aktibidad, inilahad ni Mr. Glenn L. Boleng, Officer-in-Charge ng Finance and Administrative Section, ang mensahe ni DA-BFAR IX Regional Director Al-Zath K. Kunting, Binigyang-diin niya ang kahalagahan ng mas matibay na ugnayan sa pagitan ng mga ahensya ng pamahalaan, salt producers, at pribadong sektor upang mapataas ang produksyon at mapalawak ang oportunidad sa merkado para sa mga lokal na mag-aasin.

Samantala, tinalakay ni DA-BFAR National Director Mr. Elizer S. Salilig, MFT, ang patuloy na suporta ng pambansang pamahalaan sa pagpapasigla ng lokal na industriya ng asin sa pamamagitan ng polisiya, inobasyon, at pagpapalakas ng value chain integration. Hinikayat din niya ang iba’t ibang industriya na tangkilikin ang lokal na asin bilang suporta sa food security at economic development initiatives ng bansa.

Ipinaliwanag naman ni Dr. Hannibal M. Chavez, Head ng National Salt Program Management Office, ang layunin ng forum na magsilbing plataporma para sa mas malawak na talakayan at palitan ng impormasyon sa pagitan ng mga salt producer, industriya, at pamahalaan upang maitugma ang suplay sa pangangailangan ng merkado.

Sa mga technical sessions, ibinahagi ni Ms. Amor G. Diaz, Chief ng Fisheries Industry Development and Support Services Division, ang mga intervention ng BFAR kaugnay ng marketing at credit facilitation para sa industriya ng asin, kabilang ang BFAR FishCoRe Matching Grants Program na naglalayong mapalawak ang enterprise development at market access ng mga salt producer.

Nagbigay rin ng presentasyon si Atty. Ferdinand T. Pauig ng Bureau of Customs hinggil sa salt importation, tariff regulations, at import volumes na nakaaapekto sa lokal na industriya. Tinalakay niya ang mga hamon na dulot ng imported na asin at ang kahalagahan ng pagpapalakas ng lokal na produksyon.

Isa rin sa mga tampok na presentasyon ang ibinahagi ni Dr. Ericson N. Dela Cruz, Center Director ng DA-Philippine Carabao Center sa Central Luzon State University, tungkol sa “Buffalo Enterprise: An Agribusiness Model and Community Development Strategy in the Philippines,” kung saan ipinakita niya ang matagumpay na community-based enterprise models na nakatutulong sa pagpapabuti ng kabuhayan sa mga komunidad.

Samantala, ibinahagi rin ng mga kinatawan mula sa iba’t ibang industriya ang kanilang pangangailangan sa asin at market demand. Tinalakay ni Ms. Rosanna Bernadette Contreras ng SOCCSKSARGEN Federation of Fishing and Allied Industries, Inc. (SFFAII) ang pangangailangan ng tuna industry sa Region XII, habang ibinahagi naman ng mga kinatawan mula sa sardines at dried fish sectors ang lumalaking demand para sa dekalidad na lokal na asin sa fish processing at preservation.

Nagkaroon din ng technology showcase si Ms. Mary Joy Agustin ng National Fisheries Development Center kung saan ipinakilala ang mga value-added flavored salt products bilang bahagi ng product diversification para sa mga lokal na producer.

Sinundan ito ng open forum kung saan tinalakay ng mga kalahok ang iba’t ibang isyu at hamon na kinahaharap ng industriya ng asin. Nagbigay rin sila ng mga rekomendasyon at mungkahi para sa pagpapatibay ng mga polisiya at pagpapatuloy ng salt mapping initiatives sa bansa.

Sa ikalawang araw ng aktibidad, nakatuon ang Salt Market Matching sa direktang pag-uugnay ng mga lokal na salt producer sa mga potensyal na mamimili at industry partners. Inilahad ni Ms. Amor G. Diaz ang mechanics at layunin ng aktibidad bago isinagawa ang Buyer’s Presentation.

Ibinahagi ng mga kinatawan mula sa fisheries, feed manufacturing, tuna processing, sardines canning, at dried fish industries ang kanilang operational requirements, procurement standards, at market opportunities para sa mga lokal na supplier ng asin.
Kabilang sa mga nagbigay ng presentasyon sina Engr. Justyn Gabriel Contreras ng MSV Blue Catch, Mr. Jules Gayda ng Arvin International, Mr. Daniel V. Cabrera ng Santeh Feeds Corporation, Mr. Danilo Ordesta ng GenSan Fishport Topdown Drivers Multipurpose Cooperative, Engr. Julius V. Daniel ng Southern Philippines Fishing Association Incorporated (SOPHIL), Mr. Leonardo Y. Tan ng Industrial Group of Zamboanga Inc. (IGZI), Mr. Abdul Aziz Kunting ng Dried Fish Dealers of Zamboanga City, at Ms. Jean Ann Macaraig ng Tuna Manufacturer Association of the Philippines.

Nagtapos ang aktibidad sa isinagawang Market Matching at Business-to-Business (B2B) Session kung saan nagkaroon ng direktang talakayan ang mga buyer at supplier hinggil sa product requirements, supply capability, presyo, at posibleng partnerships. Nagbigay ito ng mahalagang oportunidad para sa mga lokal na salt producer na makabuo ng market linkages sa malalaking industry players sa bansa.

Ang National Salt Industry Forum at Salt Market Matching ay bahagi ng patuloy na pagsisikap ng BFAR na palakasin ang value chain ng industriya ng asin sa bansa sa pamamagitan ng capacity building, market development, at mas matibay na stakeholder collaboration. Layunin din nitong suportahan ang pagpapasigla ng lokal na produksyon ng asin at mapabuti ang kabuhayan ng mga Filipino salt producer at coastal communities sa buong bansa.

11/05/2026

𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚-𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣 𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗧 𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 | May 6–8, 2026

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region XII, through the Development of Salt Industry Project (DSIP) under the Fisheries Production Support Services Division (FPSSD), successfully conducted a three-day Training-Workshop on Salt Packaging and Labeling for local salt producers or “Asinderos” in the region.

The activity focused on proper packaging and labeling practices, guided by the provisions of Republic Act No. 7394 or the Consumer Act of the Philippines, as discussed by Mr. Marvin V. Genita. Participants were introduced to the basic standards and important information needed in product packaging and labeling.

The training also included a hands-on workshop facilitated by Mr. Peter C. Bravo, where participants actively engaged in label designing and packaging activities to improve the presentation and marketability of their salt products.

In addition, Gender and Development (GAD) concepts were integrated into the activity to promote inclusivity and recognize the important roles of both men and women in the salt industry. The workshop encouraged equal participation and strengthened awareness on gender and development within salt-producing communities.

Through this activity, local salt producers were further equipped with practical knowledge and skills to enhance the quality and presentation of their products.


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08/04/2026

08/04/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | The First Asin Festival officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Governor Hon. Eduardo B. Gadiano, together with the Director of the National Salt Program Office, Dr. Hannibal M. Chavez, DFT, joined by BFAR MIMAROPA Regional Director Mr. Roberto R. Abrera and other Regional Directors. The ceremony marked the formal launch of the festival, celebrating the rich heritage and significance of salt production in the country.

An exhibit showcasing different types of salt from various regions was set up inside the venue, where visitors explored booths featuring unique products that reflect local traditions and methods of salt-making. Among the highlights were the well-known Asin Tibook and Asin sa Buy-o, drawing strong interest from attendees. Each display presented the distinct characteristics and cultural value of regional salt production.

09/03/2026

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐖 | 𝐊𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐰𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝟏𝟐 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧'𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

In celebration of National Women’s Month, the DA–Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources XII proudly brings the KADIWA ng Pangulo initiative to the BFAR XII Grounds!

Enjoy affordable, fresh, and high-quality products straight from our hardworking local farmers, fisherfolk, and women-led MSMEs. By purchasing directly from producers, you help ensure fair income for them while providing reasonably priced goods for your family — from fresh produce to delicious local delicacies.

This Women’s Month, let us honor and empower women by supporting their livelihoods, celebrating their contributions to our communities, and strengthening our local economy together.

Visit us at the BFAR XII Grounds and experience the vibrant KADIWA market! Bring your family and friends and join us in a meaningful celebration that highlights women’s empowerment, resilience, and community collaboration.

Together, let us celebrate women who nourish our communities and sustain our future.

03/03/2026

𝐊𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐰𝐚 𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐨 𝐬𝐚 𝐏𝐢𝐤𝐢𝐭, 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐨

𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | In the spirit of unity, generosity, and compassion during this blessed month of Ramadan, the DA-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources XII participated the Ramadan Fair featuring the Kadiwa ng Pangulo initiative!

Enjoy affordable, fresh, and high-quality products straight from our hardworking local farmers, fisherfolk, and MSMEs. By purchasing directly from producers, you help ensure fair income for them while enjoying reasonably priced goods for your family. From fresh produce and local delicacies.

This Ramadan, let us practice generosity not only through giving but also through supporting livelihoods and strengthening our local economy.

Come with your family and friends, experience the vibrant atmosphere, and be part of a celebration that reflects the true essence of Ramadan — unity, gratitude, and shared blessings.

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐯𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐫!

29/01/2026

𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐗𝐈𝐈 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐔𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐂 & 𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐑𝐈 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

On January 27–28, 2026, the Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Regional Office XII (DA-BFAR XII) proudly joined the celebration of the 𝟓𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐔𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐂) and the 𝟒𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 (𝐏𝐈𝐂𝐑𝐈), held in Kabacan, Cotabato.

Guided by the theme “𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬,” the event highlighted excellence in agricultural and industrial crop research, innovation, and development. It served as a platform to recognize the vital role of research institutions and government agencies in advancing sustainable agriculture, fisheries, and rural development in the region and beyond.

As part of the celebration, BFAR XII showcased various fishery products and conducted an aquaculture exhibit - highlighting technologies, programs, and best practices aimed at improving productivity, sustainability, and resilience in the fisheries and livestock sectors. DA-BFAR XII remains steadfast in supporting initiatives that promote research, innovation, and collaboration toward building resilient communities and a sustainable future for the agriculture and fisheries sectors.



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