The National Inland Fisheries Technology Center (NIFTC) will conduct a National Training on Organic Breeding and Culture of Selected Freshwater Species on April 13–16, 2026 via Google Meet. The training aims to strengthen participants’ capacity in organic aquaculture practices, focusing on the culture and breeding of Catfish/Pangasius, Common Carp, and Giant Gourami, including key aspects continue reading : National Training on Organic Breeding and Culture of Catfish/ Pangasius, Common Carp, and Giant Gourami

In line with the celebration of the 62nd Fish Conservation Week 2025, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources–National Inland Fisheries Technology Center (BFAR-NIFTC) conducted the monitoring of the coastal clean-up activity with the theme: “Baybay ng Laguna de Bay, Linisin natin, Kalat ay Alisin.” This activity, held on September 17, 2025, was participated in continue reading : Baybay ng Laguna de Bay, Linisin natin, Kalat ay Alisin

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources – National Inland Fisheries Technology Center (BFAR-NIFTC) is proud to spearhead the National Training Course on Multi-Species Hatchery and Culture Systems Management, highlighting the importance of indigenous fish species and natural food production. This training program is designed to empower a new generation of fish farmers by equipping continue reading : NATIONAL TRAINING COURSE ON MULTI-SPECIES HATCHERY AND CULTURE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

In celebration of the 51st Nutrition Month, BFAR-NIFTC conducted orientation activities to promote food and nutrition security through sustainable fisheries and aquaculture. These initiatives support the agency’s commitment to the nationwide advocacy for proper nutrition and highlight the importance of collective action in achieving food security. Theme: “Sa PPAN: Sama-sama para sa Nutrisyong Sapat Para continue reading : 2025 National Nutrition Month Celebration

The National In-House Catfish Strategic Planning Workshop, a three-day event held at the BFAR National Inland Fisheries Technology Center in Tanay, Rizal, brought together members of the Philippine Catfish Producers Association (PCPA) to develop a comprehensive three-year strategic plan for the sustainable growth of the Philippine catfish industry. The workshop included presentations from industry experts, continue reading : National In-House Catfish Strategic Planning Workshop (June 18-20, 2025)

The National Fisherfolk Director, Mr. Avelino V. Capuli, visited the BFAR – National Inland Fisheries Technology Center on May 6, 2025, where he was warmly welcomed by the center’s officials and staff, and although the visit was brief, it was filled with meaningful discussions and purposeful engagements that aimed to strengthen collaboration between the government continue reading : Visit of the National Fisherfolk Director, Avelino V. Capuli to the BFAR-NIFTC, Tanay, Rizal

𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐄 | 𝐃𝐀-𝐁𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 “𝐇𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐬,” 𝐀𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨-𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐨 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐢𝐬𝐡 In line with the directives of President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. of advancing food security and sustainability through modern technology transfer, and through the leadership of Department of Agriculture’s Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel, Jr., the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR), led continue reading : LAUNCHING OF HITONICS: A TECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATION REVOLUTIONIZING A BIO-SECURED AQUAPONICS WITH AFRICAN CATFISH (Clarias gariepinus) AND GREENS IN URBAN FARMING

Engendering Fishery Policies: Institutionalizing Gender and Development in the BASIL Programs Policies and Plans” focuses on integrating gender equality and development considerations into fishery management. By institutionalizing gender perspectives in the BASIL programs, this initiative aims to create more inclusive, equitable policies and plans that recognize the vital role of both women and men in continue reading : NATIONAL TRAINING/WORKSHOP ON GENDER AND FISHERIES: DIGGING DEEPER INTO THE DEPTHS OF INSTITUTIONALIZING GAD IN THE BASIL PROJECT, POLICIES AND PLANS (NATIONAL BASIL FOCAL TEAM)

Date: November 22, 2024 | Location: Muntinlupa Fish Sanctuary Lake Seeding of Ayungin Fingerlings at Muntinlupa Fish Sanctuary in Celebration of Araw Ng Kalikasan in Muntinlupa, City