ROXAS, Palawan — In line with its continuing commitment to strengthen the country’s seaweed industry, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) MIMAROPA, through the Enhanced Philippine Seaweed Development Program (EPSDP) CY 2026, successfully distributed 30,000 kilograms of Kappaphycus seaweed seedlings to 300 registered seaweed farmers from Barangay Tumarbong, Roxas, Palawan.
The distribution was conducted from July 20 to 24, 2026, at Sitio Green Island, Barangay Tumarbong, providing quality planting materials that will help increase seaweed production, improve farm productivity, and enhance the livelihood opportunities of local seaweed growers.
The activity was spearheaded by Mr. Mario C. Basaya, Officer-in-Charge of the Provincial Fisheries Office (PFO) – Palawan, with the assistance of PFO personnel and Mr. Tirso Trinidad, LGU Fishery Technician, who worked together to ensure the orderly distribution of the seaweed propagules to qualified beneficiaries.
Seaweed farming remains one of the major livelihood sources for many coastal communities in Palawan. Through the provision of quality Kappaphycus seedlings, BFAR MIMAROPA aims to support farmers in improving crop survival, increasing production, and ensuring a sustainable supply of raw materials for the seaweed industry.
The initiative forms part of BFAR’s broader efforts to enhance the competitiveness and resilience of the Philippine seaweed sector by providing timely interventions, promoting sustainable aquaculture practices, and empowering fisherfolk organizations and coastal communities.
BFAR MIMAROPA continues to strengthen its partnership with local government units and stakeholders in implementing programs that contribute to food security, livelihood development, and the sustainable management of the country’s fisheries and aquatic resources in support of the Bagong Pilipinas vision.
