The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources XI, through its Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Team, conducts its annual field monitoring and evaluation of implemented programs and projects in the region, focusing on aquaculture, capture, and post-harvest interventions. These initiatives are aimed at improving the livelihoods of registered fisherfolk individuals and associations across the Davao Region. continue reading : BFAR XI Conducts Annual Monitoring and Evaluation in Davao Region

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region XI (BFAR XI) demonstrated its commitment to sustainable fisheries development at the 37th Regional Symposium on Research Development and Extension Highlights (RSRDEH) and Farmers and Fisherfolks Forum, held August 13-14, 2024, at the Davao del Norte State College, Panabo City. Hosted by the Southern Mindanao Agriculture, Aquatic continue reading : BFAR XI Advances Sustainable Fisheries at 37th SMAARRDEC Symposium

BFAR XI – Enforcement and Regional Monitoring Control and Surveillance Operation Center (ERMCSOC) Land-based Team conducted a Joint Fisheries Mobile Checkpoint Operation in the Municipality of Mawab, Davao de Oro from July 24 to 26, 2024. The activity aims to deter and eliminate all forms of illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing (IUUF) activities in the continue reading : Fisheries Checkpoint vs. IUUF

In a bid to bolster its workforce’s capabilities, the BFAR XI Fisheries Management Regulatory and Enforcement Division (FMRED) – Licensing Unit conducted a two-day Training on Commercial Fishing Vessel and Gear Inspection from July 18-19, 2024 in Davao City. The activity aimed to equip 16 BFAR XI personnel from FMRED and City/Provincial Fisheries Office with continue reading : Enhancing Expertise: BFAR XI Trained in Commercial Fishing Vessel and Gear Inspection

BFAR XI’s Gender and Development (GAD) Training is making waves in the fishing industry, particularly for women. In a recent session organized by the BFAR XI Gender and Development Focal Point System (GFPS), fisherfolk women in Mati City, Davao Oriental, participated in a GAD Training on July 19, 2024. Sharon Baidiango, the BFAR XI GAD continue reading : GAD Training Sparks Positive Change

Fourteen elected fisherfolk leaders, recognized as Barangay Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Management Council (BFARMC) Chairpersons, assembled on July 17-18, 2024, for a two-day FARMC Strengthening activity. Facilitated by BFAR XI in collaboration with the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Governor Generoso, the activity aimed to amplify the voices of small fisherfolk in decision-making within the continue reading : BFAR XI: Empowering Fisherfolk Voices in Governor Generoso, Davao Oriental

𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗢 𝗢𝗖𝗖𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟, 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟳, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰– In support of the SAAD program’s objective to empower marginalized fishing communities, the BFAR SAAD Davao Region PRA Team, led by the Provincial Program Management Support Office (PPMSO) Davao Occidental, successfully completed a 5-day Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) activity in Balut Island, Sarangani, Davao Occidental, from July 8-12, 2024. The continue reading : BFAR SAAD Davao Region Conducts Participatory Rural Appraisal in Balut Island

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) XI recently distributed eco-friendly fishing gears to various cities and municipalities in Davao del Norte. The distribution, led by the Provincial Fisheries Office of Davao del Norte, equipped 55 small-scale fisherfolk with the tools for sustainable fishing practices. In Panabo City on July 3, 2024, 14 sets continue reading : BFAR XI: Gearing Up Small-scale Fisherfolk in Davao del Norte

The BFAR XI – Fisheries Scholarship Program erupts in applause for our incredible BFAR XI Scholars, who graduated with Latin Honors during the 2023-2024 Academic Year. These scholars have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and unwavering commitment to their studies. Nash R. Habel has earned the prestigious distinction of graduating Magna Cum Laude. In recognition of continue reading : Six BFAR XI Scholars Graduate with Latin Honors

A total of 18 FSP scholars achieved their academic goals this Academic Year 2023-2024. Ten scholars from Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology crossed the stage on June 27, 2024, three of whom earned Latin Honors (Cum Laude). Eight more scholars from Davao del Norte State College added their names to continue reading : The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources XI – Fisheries Scholarship Program proudly congratulates the DA-BFAR XI Scholars on their graduation