BFAR Ilocos Caravan Promotes Responsible Galunggong Fishing
August 26, 2025
Manila: The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is urging coastal communities in Ilocos provinces to help conserve galunggong (mackerel scad) by regulating the use of fishing gears allowed by law and observing fish holidays aimed at ensuring stable fish resources. According to Philippines News Agency, through an information caravan called Rolling for Sustainability that was attended by commercial fishing vessel (CFV) operators who are also owners of drive-in nets, as well as municipal fisherfolk involved in catching, trading, and processing of mackerel scad, the participants agreed to implement several strategies and control measures to increase production. Under the
