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The Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI), through the Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FISHCORE) Project under FishCRRM Subcomponent 1.2 on Carrying Capacity, conducted a three-day theoretical training titled “Strengthening Skills on Carrying Capacity Assessment: Training on Methods and Tools for Conducting Carrying Capacity Studies” from April 14 to 17, 2026, at
continue reading : NFRDI, BFAR strengthen technical skills on carrying capacity assessment for sustainable aquaculture
The Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI), through its Capture Fisheries Research and Development Division (CFRDD), conducted an in-house module leveling activity for the National Stock Assessment Program (NSAP) on March 31, 2026, at the NFRDI Conference Room in Quezon City. The activity aimed to refine, harmonize, and standardize the program’s technical
continue reading : NFRDI holds in-house module leveling activity to strengthen NSAP standards and fisheries data quality
Globally recognized fisheries scientist Dr. Jeremy Prince, an Australian fisheries expert known internationally for pioneering practical stock assessment approaches for data-limited fisheries and advising governments on sustainable fisheries management, led a specialized training for the staff of the Capture Fisheries Research and Development Division (CFRDD) of the National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI) and
continue reading : Global fisheries expert trains NSAP teams on advanced stock assessment tools
Eight Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) students from the Philippine Normal University successfully finished their on-the-job training under the first cycle of the Students’ Training Support (STrainS) program of the Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI). An online closing program was held on April 14, 2026, to mark the culmination
continue reading : PNU BLIS students complete internship under NFRDI STrainS program
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FEATURE: High demand, smart supply: Rise of ulang–tilapia polyculture
March 2, 2026
In the brackish ponds of Lala, Lanao del Norte, researchers from the Brackishwater Fisheries Research and Development Center (BFRDC) of DA-NFRDI are reimagining aquaculture. Their experiment is deceptively simple: raise giant freshwater prawns and red tilapia together. The results, however, have the potential to change how coastal communities farm fish, and address some of the
continue reading : FEATURE: High demand, smart supply: Rise of ulang–tilapia polyculture
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FEATURE: Improving milkfish fingerling production through photoperiod manipulation
March 2, 2026
Milkfish scales glint silver in the sunlight, a natural feature that helps them blend into the water. But aside from camouflage, milkfish growth depends on light. Under natural conditions, fish are exposed to an equal cycle of 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness, reflecting conditions in the wild. Locally known as bangus,
continue reading : FEATURE: Improving milkfish fingerling production through photoperiod manipulation
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FEATURE: Pigek in captivity: Securing high-value fish for food and conservation
March 2, 2026
Fish domestication is a key strategy in modern aquaculture. It is designed to promote sustainable production, reduce pressure on wild stocks, and meet the growing demand for high-value species. By adapting fish to controlled environments, researchers can develop reliable breeding and rearing protocols that support both conservation and food security goals. A notable example is
continue reading : FEATURE: Pigek in captivity: Securing high-value fish for food and conservation
Read More
FEATURE: Unlocking aquaculture potential of mudfish in Muslim region
March 2, 2026
Mudfish (Channa striata), locally known as dalag, is a freshwater fish that has long thrived in Philippine inland waters. One of its most remarkable traits is its ability to survive out of water for extended periods, thanks to specialized air-breathing organs. Prized for its tender, flavorful meat, high nutritional value, and health benefits, mudfish holds
continue reading : FEATURE: Unlocking aquaculture potential of mudfish in Muslim region
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FEATURE: Optimizing soft-shell crab farming through induced molting
February 26, 2026
Known for their tender, flavorful meat, soft shell crabs are a prized delicacy in global seafood markets, selling for up to seven times more than their hard-shell counterparts. Yet behind every soft-shell crab lies a narrow biological window: a brief moment after molting when the crab’s new shell has not yet hardened. Capturing that specific
continue reading : FEATURE: Optimizing soft-shell crab farming through induced molting
Read More
FEATURE: BFRDC: Advancing brackishwater fisheries through R&D
February 25, 2026
Brackishwater fisheries serve as a critical link between capture fisheries and aquaculture in the Philippines, supporting the livelihoods of countless coastal communities. According to Philippine Statistics Authority (2025), brackishwater aquaculture contributed nearly half of the country’s total aquaculture value. This amounts to an estimated PhP 61.5 million or 49.6 percent, underscoring its significant role in
continue reading : FEATURE: BFRDC: Advancing brackishwater fisheries through R&D
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FEATURE: Algae on demand: Evaluating the use of algal paste in modern hatcheries
November 24, 2025
In aquaculture, innovation often begins with small but significant changes, such as advancements in the use of microalgae. For decades, live phytoplankton has been the foundation of natural food production in Philippine milkfish hatcheries. Recently, however, algal paste has emerged as a promising alternative. Algal paste is a concentrated form of microalgae (such as Nannochloropsis)
continue reading : FEATURE: Algae on demand: Evaluating the use of algal paste in modern hatcheries
Read More
FEATURE: Assessing environmental and socioeconomic impacts of Philippine mariculture parks
November 24, 2025
The growing global demand for seafood as an affordable source of dietary protein has placed increasing pressure on wild fish stocks. Despite intensified efforts, capture fisheries continue to struggle in meeting the needs of a rapidly expanding population. Marine aquaculture, or mariculture, has emerged as a vital sector in the fisheries industry, offering livelihood opportunities
continue reading : FEATURE: Assessing environmental and socioeconomic impacts of Philippine mariculture parks
Read More
FEATURE: Safeguarding Philippine marine ornamental fishes through science-based conservation
November 24, 2025
The Philippines, recognized as the global center of marine biodiversity, is facing increasing threats to its diverse underwater ecosystems. Climate change, habitat degradation, destructive fishing practices, and overharvesting, particularly for the aquarium trade, have placed significant pressure on marine ornamental fish populations. Despite their ecological and economic importance, conservation initiatives focused on these species have
continue reading : FEATURE: Safeguarding Philippine marine ornamental fishes through science-based conservation
Read More
FEATURE: Caffeine and conservation: MFRDC researchers advance innovation in abalone aquaculture
November 24, 2025
Abalone (Haliotis asinina), locally known as lapas, may appear modest compared to oysters (talaba) or mussels (tahong), yet it is among the most valuable marine resources due to its flavorful meat and iridescent shell. In the Philippines, abalone commands the highest market price among shellfish, ranging from Php 300 to 600 per kilogram locally and
continue reading : FEATURE: Caffeine and conservation: MFRDC researchers advance innovation in abalone aquaculture
Read More
FEATURE: Bridging R&D and management: MFRDC’s pursuit of sustainable spiny lobster fisheries
November 24, 2025
Spiny lobsters (Panulirus spp.), regarded as a high-value commodity in the Philippines, are often associated with luxury cuisine. Beyond their culinary appeal, these crustaceans also serve as an important source of livelihood for small-scale fishers, particularly in the Visayas and Mindanao regions. Their conservation and sustainable management, therefore, are both economic and ecological imperatives. Despite
continue reading : FEATURE: Bridging R&D and management: MFRDC’s pursuit of sustainable spiny lobster fisheries
Read More
FEATURE: Sea cucumber: MFRDC’s science-based approach to production and management
November 24, 2025
The sea cucumber is a slow-moving, soft-bodied marine organism that plays a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of coastal ecosystems. Belonging to the same phylum as starfishes and sea urchins, it uses its small tube feet to glide across the ocean floor while feeding on organic matter. Characterized by its leathery skin and
continue reading : FEATURE: Sea cucumber: MFRDC’s science-based approach to production and management
Read More
FEATURE: Sustaining mangrove crab industry through R&D
November 24, 2025
Mangrove crab farming has long been an important source of livelihood for many coastal communities in the Philippines. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA, 2020), total mangrove crab production reached 20,766.25 metric tons, with an average price of Php 395.94 per kilogram. However, the continued loss of mangrove habitats and declining wild stocks have
continue reading : FEATURE: Sustaining mangrove crab industry through R&D
Read More
FEATURE: Reviving the blue swimming crab: MFRDC’s R&D and conservation efforts
November 24, 2025
The blue swimming crab (Portunus segnis), locally known as alimasag, masag, or lambay, is one of the Philippines’ most economically important marine species. Recognized by its distinct blue claws and greenish-blue carapace, the species is valued both for its ecological role and its high market demand. Adult crabs can reach up to 23 centimeters in
continue reading : FEATURE: Reviving the blue swimming crab: MFRDC’s R&D and conservation efforts
Read More
FEATURE: MFRDC: Delivering science-based solutions for Philippine marine fisheries
November 24, 2025
Marine fisheries in the Philippines are at a critical stage. Over the past decade, combined marine municipal and commercial catches have exceeded sustainable limits, indicating widespread overfishing. Declines in municipal, inland, and commercial fisheries contrast with the continued expansion of aquaculture, which now plays an increasingly important role in meeting national fish demand. Illegal, unreported,
continue reading : FEATURE: MFRDC: Delivering science-based solutions for Philippine marine fisheries
Read More
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STrainS Program
The Philippine Journal of Fisheries
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The Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI), through the Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FISHCORE) Project under FishCRRM Subcomponent 1.2 on Carrying Capacity, conducted a three-day theoretical training titled “Strengthening Skills on Carrying Capacity Assessment: Training on Methods and Tools for Conducting Carrying Capacity Studies” from April 14 to 17, 2026, at
continue reading : NFRDI, BFAR strengthen technical skills on carrying capacity assessment for sustainable aquaculture
The Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI), through its Capture Fisheries Research and Development Division (CFRDD), conducted an in-house module leveling activity for the National Stock Assessment Program (NSAP) on March 31, 2026, at the NFRDI Conference Room in Quezon City. The activity aimed to refine, harmonize, and standardize the program’s technical
continue reading : NFRDI holds in-house module leveling activity to strengthen NSAP standards and fisheries data quality
Globally recognized fisheries scientist Dr. Jeremy Prince, an Australian fisheries expert known internationally for pioneering practical stock assessment approaches for data-limited fisheries and advising governments on sustainable fisheries management, led a specialized training for the staff of the Capture Fisheries Research and Development Division (CFRDD) of the National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI) and
continue reading : Global fisheries expert trains NSAP teams on advanced stock assessment tools
Eight Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) students from the Philippine Normal University successfully finished their on-the-job training under the first cycle of the Students’ Training Support (STrainS) program of the Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI). An online closing program was held on April 14, 2026, to mark the culmination
continue reading : PNU BLIS students complete internship under NFRDI STrainS program
Director’s Corner
Transparency Seal
Freedom of Information
11th Fisheries Scicon
FEATURE STORIES
FEATURE: High demand, smart supply: Rise of ulang–tilapia polyculture
March 2, 2026
In the brackish ponds of Lala, Lanao del Norte, researchers from the Brackishwater Fisheries Research and Development Center (BFRDC) of DA-NFRDI are reimagining aquaculture. Their experiment is deceptively simple: raise giant freshwater prawns and red tilapia together. The results, however, have the potential to change how coastal communities farm fish, and address some of the
continue reading : FEATURE: High demand, smart supply: Rise of ulang–tilapia polyculture
Read More
FEATURE: Improving milkfish fingerling production through photoperiod manipulation
March 2, 2026
Milkfish scales glint silver in the sunlight, a natural feature that helps them blend into the water. But aside from camouflage, milkfish growth depends on light. Under natural conditions, fish are exposed to an equal cycle of 12 hours of light and 12 hours of darkness, reflecting conditions in the wild. Locally known as bangus,
continue reading : FEATURE: Improving milkfish fingerling production through photoperiod manipulation
Read More
FEATURE: Pigek in captivity: Securing high-value fish for food and conservation
March 2, 2026
Fish domestication is a key strategy in modern aquaculture. It is designed to promote sustainable production, reduce pressure on wild stocks, and meet the growing demand for high-value species. By adapting fish to controlled environments, researchers can develop reliable breeding and rearing protocols that support both conservation and food security goals. A notable example is
continue reading : FEATURE: Pigek in captivity: Securing high-value fish for food and conservation
Read More
FEATURE: Unlocking aquaculture potential of mudfish in Muslim region
March 2, 2026
Mudfish (Channa striata), locally known as dalag, is a freshwater fish that has long thrived in Philippine inland waters. One of its most remarkable traits is its ability to survive out of water for extended periods, thanks to specialized air-breathing organs. Prized for its tender, flavorful meat, high nutritional value, and health benefits, mudfish holds
continue reading : FEATURE: Unlocking aquaculture potential of mudfish in Muslim region
Read More
FEATURE: Optimizing soft-shell crab farming through induced molting
February 26, 2026
Known for their tender, flavorful meat, soft shell crabs are a prized delicacy in global seafood markets, selling for up to seven times more than their hard-shell counterparts. Yet behind every soft-shell crab lies a narrow biological window: a brief moment after molting when the crab’s new shell has not yet hardened. Capturing that specific
continue reading : FEATURE: Optimizing soft-shell crab farming through induced molting
Read More
FEATURE: BFRDC: Advancing brackishwater fisheries through R&D
February 25, 2026
Brackishwater fisheries serve as a critical link between capture fisheries and aquaculture in the Philippines, supporting the livelihoods of countless coastal communities. According to Philippine Statistics Authority (2025), brackishwater aquaculture contributed nearly half of the country’s total aquaculture value. This amounts to an estimated PhP 61.5 million or 49.6 percent, underscoring its significant role in
continue reading : FEATURE: BFRDC: Advancing brackishwater fisheries through R&D
Read More
FEATURE: Algae on demand: Evaluating the use of algal paste in modern hatcheries
November 24, 2025
In aquaculture, innovation often begins with small but significant changes, such as advancements in the use of microalgae. For decades, live phytoplankton has been the foundation of natural food production in Philippine milkfish hatcheries. Recently, however, algal paste has emerged as a promising alternative. Algal paste is a concentrated form of microalgae (such as Nannochloropsis)
continue reading : FEATURE: Algae on demand: Evaluating the use of algal paste in modern hatcheries
Read More
FEATURE: Assessing environmental and socioeconomic impacts of Philippine mariculture parks
November 24, 2025
The growing global demand for seafood as an affordable source of dietary protein has placed increasing pressure on wild fish stocks. Despite intensified efforts, capture fisheries continue to struggle in meeting the needs of a rapidly expanding population. Marine aquaculture, or mariculture, has emerged as a vital sector in the fisheries industry, offering livelihood opportunities
continue reading : FEATURE: Assessing environmental and socioeconomic impacts of Philippine mariculture parks
Read More
FEATURE: Safeguarding Philippine marine ornamental fishes through science-based conservation
November 24, 2025
The Philippines, recognized as the global center of marine biodiversity, is facing increasing threats to its diverse underwater ecosystems. Climate change, habitat degradation, destructive fishing practices, and overharvesting, particularly for the aquarium trade, have placed significant pressure on marine ornamental fish populations. Despite their ecological and economic importance, conservation initiatives focused on these species have
continue reading : FEATURE: Safeguarding Philippine marine ornamental fishes through science-based conservation
Read More
FEATURE: Caffeine and conservation: MFRDC researchers advance innovation in abalone aquaculture
November 24, 2025
Abalone (Haliotis asinina), locally known as lapas, may appear modest compared to oysters (talaba) or mussels (tahong), yet it is among the most valuable marine resources due to its flavorful meat and iridescent shell. In the Philippines, abalone commands the highest market price among shellfish, ranging from Php 300 to 600 per kilogram locally and
continue reading : FEATURE: Caffeine and conservation: MFRDC researchers advance innovation in abalone aquaculture
Read More
FEATURE: Bridging R&D and management: MFRDC’s pursuit of sustainable spiny lobster fisheries
November 24, 2025
Spiny lobsters (Panulirus spp.), regarded as a high-value commodity in the Philippines, are often associated with luxury cuisine. Beyond their culinary appeal, these crustaceans also serve as an important source of livelihood for small-scale fishers, particularly in the Visayas and Mindanao regions. Their conservation and sustainable management, therefore, are both economic and ecological imperatives. Despite
continue reading : FEATURE: Bridging R&D and management: MFRDC’s pursuit of sustainable spiny lobster fisheries
Read More
FEATURE: Sea cucumber: MFRDC’s science-based approach to production and management
November 24, 2025
The sea cucumber is a slow-moving, soft-bodied marine organism that plays a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance of coastal ecosystems. Belonging to the same phylum as starfishes and sea urchins, it uses its small tube feet to glide across the ocean floor while feeding on organic matter. Characterized by its leathery skin and
continue reading : FEATURE: Sea cucumber: MFRDC’s science-based approach to production and management
Read More
FEATURE: Sustaining mangrove crab industry through R&D
November 24, 2025
Mangrove crab farming has long been an important source of livelihood for many coastal communities in the Philippines. According to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA, 2020), total mangrove crab production reached 20,766.25 metric tons, with an average price of Php 395.94 per kilogram. However, the continued loss of mangrove habitats and declining wild stocks have
continue reading : FEATURE: Sustaining mangrove crab industry through R&D
Read More
FEATURE: Reviving the blue swimming crab: MFRDC’s R&D and conservation efforts
November 24, 2025
The blue swimming crab (Portunus segnis), locally known as alimasag, masag, or lambay, is one of the Philippines’ most economically important marine species. Recognized by its distinct blue claws and greenish-blue carapace, the species is valued both for its ecological role and its high market demand. Adult crabs can reach up to 23 centimeters in
continue reading : FEATURE: Reviving the blue swimming crab: MFRDC’s R&D and conservation efforts
Read More
FEATURE: MFRDC: Delivering science-based solutions for Philippine marine fisheries
November 24, 2025
Marine fisheries in the Philippines are at a critical stage. Over the past decade, combined marine municipal and commercial catches have exceeded sustainable limits, indicating widespread overfishing. Declines in municipal, inland, and commercial fisheries contrast with the continued expansion of aquaculture, which now plays an increasingly important role in meeting national fish demand. Illegal, unreported,
continue reading : FEATURE: MFRDC: Delivering science-based solutions for Philippine marine fisheries
Read More
NSAP Interactive Atlas
Genetic Fingerprinting Laboratory
STrainS Program
The Philippine Journal of Fisheries
GAD Corner
FiSearch Newsletter