Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) Regional Fish Ports (RFP) showed a significant increase in its February unloading volume after recording 40,700.05 metric tons (MT) of fish, a 4.95% increase compared to the previous month’s delivery.
This month’s increase can be attributed to the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resource (BFAR)’s lifting of the three-month ban on harvesting fish in Northern Palawan, Visayan Sea, and Zamboanga Peninsula. Commercial fishers can now cast their fishing nets within the areas in these fishing grounds.
This February, the PFDA – Iloilo Fish Port Complex (PFDA-IFPC) showcased the most significant monthly volume increase in terms of percentage after unloading 2,179.59 MT of fish, a 35.61% increase.
In addition, the PFDA – Navotas Fish Port Complex (PFDA-NFPC) and the PFDA – General Santos Fish Port Complex (PFDA-GSFPC) maintained their positions as the top contributing ports when it comes to fish unloading volume. The Navotas port and the GenSan port delivered 11,996.62 MT (11.13% increase) and 23,285.97 MT (2.55% increase), respectively.
Subsequently, the PFDA – Lucena Fish Port Complex (PFDA-LFPC) maintained a notable performance with three consecutive months of positive unloading volume. This February, the Lucena port unloaded 1,752.66 MT (6.51% increase).
On the other hand, the PFDA – Zamboanga Fish Port Complex (PFDA-ZFPC) and the PFDA – Davao Fish Port Complex (PFDA-DFPC) still managed to provide sufficient fish supply to their respective customers. The Mindanao ports supplied 659.72 MT and 203.77 MT of fish, respectively.
Meanwhile, the PFDA – Bulan Fish Port Complex (PFDA-BFPC) experienced a dip in fish unloading. Nonetheless, the Sorsogon port delivered 558.55 MT of fish.
Furthermore, the PFDA – Sual Fish Port (PFDA-SFP) and the PFDA – Camaligan Fish Port (PFDA-CFP) delivered 61.04 MT and 2.13 MT of fish, respectively.
(Mark Angelo N. Perez – Public Information Division)
Public Advisory 03-2024: PFDA-NFPC FACEBOOK PAGE IS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
Data released: March 11, 2024
The official Facebook page of the Philippine Fisheries Development Authority - Navotas Fish Port Complex (PFDA-NFPC) is currently unavailable due to technical issues and limitations imposed by Facebook Meta.
The PFDA-NFPC, with the assistance of the PFDA Public Information Division, is doing its best to retrieve access to the page.
Any messages and contents from any Facebook pages bearing the name of the PFDA - Navotas Fish Port Complex are deemed unauthorized until further notice.
Should you have any immediate inquiries or requests to the PFDA-NFPC Management, you may contact their office through the following contact information below.
You may also route your messages through the PFDA Official Facebook Page at facebook.com/officialpfda as we try to address the issue.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Public Advisory 02-2024: UNAUTHORIZED USE OF PFDA LOGO
Date Released: March 6, 2024
The Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) advises the public against individuals, groups, and other entities who unofficially use the agency’s logo and/or name for an unknown agenda.
It has come to the agency’s attention that AFCOF Trading is unofficially carrying the PFDA logo in one of its Facebook posts. The PFDA, or any of its Regional Fish Ports, is not affiliated with AFCOF Trading.
The PFDA condemns the unauthorized use of the PFDA logo on any platform. Therefore, the agency advises all clients and stakeholders of PFDA to only contact the nearest PFDA Regional Fish Ports in your area for official business transactions.
If you wish to conduct business with PFDA, you may access the official PFDA Directory of Offices through this link: bit.ly/PFDADirectory-2024
Should anyone encounter issues of a similar nature, kindly report this immediately to the PFDA Public Information Division at the telephone number (02) 8925-6139 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for the appropriate action of the agency.
The PFDA reminds the general public to be vigilant and cautious so we can achieve a safer and stronger work environment.
Philippine Fisheries Development Authority – General Santos Fish Port Complex (PFDA-GSFPC) marked a historic milestone after the first Indonesian vessel, the KM Nelayan 2016-5, docked and unloaded over two metric tons of fresh chilled tuna at the GenSan port on February 1, 2024.
This significant shipment also marked the inaugural import of fresh chilled tuna from the port of Tahuna, Indonesia to the bustling fisheries hub of General Santos City.
The exclusive recipients of the imported products were JFRCO Corporation and Tenpoint Manufacturing Corporation through the Glaukos Trading Corporation. The entire process was a collaborative effort involving meticulous planning, coordination, and support from various stakeholders, spearheaded by the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia – Davao City.
Upon the vessel's arrival, the PFDA-GSFPC management, led by OIC-Port Manager Mr. Paris Uldarico Y. Ayon, and stakeholders warmly welcomed the visiting fisherfolks from Indonesia as they emphasized the shared enthusiasm for this groundbreaking moment.
This successful importation strengthens international ties and opens new avenues for trade and cooperation between Indonesia and General Santos City. The collaborative spirit demonstrated in this endeavor sets a promising precedent for future ventures in the dynamic landscape of global fisheries.
The activity was in accordance with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)’s Fisheries Administrative Order (FAO) No. 195, also known as the Rules and Regulations Governing Importation of Fresh/Chilled/Frozen Fish and Fishery/Aquatic Products.
Hence, this activity is in line with the government's intent of adopting a flexible policy towards the attainment of food security, in response to the emerging trends in the trade of fish and other aquatic products in domestic and international markets, and in recognition of the need to ensure food safety on imported fish and fishery/aquatic products.
With this partnership, the General Santos City could further boost the economic activity of tuna in the city.
(Mark Angelo N. Perez – Public Information Division with report and photos from Fritzie R. Leviste – PFDA-GSFPC)
Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA), through the PFDA – Gender and Development Focal Point System (PFDA-GFPS) and the Public Information Division (PID), launched a kickoff program in observance of the 2024 National Women’s Month Celebration (NWMC) on March 4, 2024, at the PFDA Central Office Grounds, Quezon City.
This year’s celebration bears the recurring theme, “WE for gender equality and inclusive society” and sub-theme, “Lipunang Patas sa Bagong Pilipinas; Kakayahan ng Kababaihan, patutunayan!”
During the kickoff event, the PFDA also launched its first-ever Women’s Month special exhibit entitled, “Kwentong PFDA: A National Women’s Month 2024 Special”. The month-long exhibit showcases the inspiring stories of strong, smart, and courageous female clients of PFDA Regional Fish Ports nationwide.
To open the program and the exhibit, PFDA-GFPS Technical Working Group (TWG) Assistant Overall Head Ms. Mary Ann D. Daquer said that this month is a celebration of the strength, intelligence, and immeasurable talents of women in whatever challenges they face.
“Ang araw na ito ay hindi lamang para sa mga kababaihan ng PFDA. Dahil ang araw na ito ay para sa lahat ng nagsusulong sa pantay na karapatan at oportunidad para sa lahat… Walang kasarian ang pamumuno. Walang kasarian ang pagsisilbi sa bayan. Walang kasarian ang pagtulong sa kapwa,” Ms. Daquer proudly said.
Afterward, PFDA-GFPS TWG Overall Head Mr. Mc Christian Julius A. Macaranas II, Assistant Overall Head Ms. Mary Ann D. Daquer, Head of the Sub-Committee on Advocacy, Linkages, and Capacity Building Mr. Miguel M. Pilarta, and member of the Sub-Committee on Infrastructure, Project Mainstreaming, and Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG) Application Ms. Elaine Grace R. Gonzales led the ribbon cutting ceremony of the Kwentong PFDA exhibit.
Ms. Ma. Arlyn E. Andagao of the Internal Audit Department hosted the kickoff program.
(Mark Angelo N. Perez with photos from Paul Vincent R. del Rosario and Katherine Ericka H. Cornejo – Public Information Division)
Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) conducted training on Republic Act (RA) 10173, also known as the Data Privacy Act of 2012, and its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) on February 27, 2023, at the PFDA Main Conference Room, Quezon City.
The one-day training session focused on enhancing participants’ knowledge of protecting personal information, establishing trust, complying with regulations, maintaining ethical practices, driving innovation, and preserving individual autonomy.
Mr. Ronald Allan Pablo, Assistant Director of Risk Management at DigiPlus Interactive Corporation, served as the resource speaker for the training. Mr. Pablo helped the participants understand the importance of complying with the Data Privacy Act, its IRRs, and other issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
Mr. Pablo began his discussion with an overview of data privacy. He then discussed the importance of understanding data privacy and complying with the NPC. Afterward, Mr. Pablo taught the participants how to implement a Privacy Management Program and identify and develop a breach response plan.
A total of 18 participants actively participated during the data privacy training facilitated by the Administrative Services Department – Human Resources Division in coordination with the Legal Division.
(Mark Angelo N. Perez and Katherine Ericka H. Cornejo – Public Information Division with reports from Mary Anne Kristine Ramos – ASD-HRD)
Philippine Fisheries Development Authority (PFDA) attended the Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FishCoRe) Project Operational Planning Workshop 2024 on February 5 to 9, 2024 at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City.
Led by the Department of Agriculture – Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR), the five-day planning aims to strengthen the project's core and fully enliven the strategic plan for the upcoming years.
The workshop mainly focused on intensively informing the different working personnel and other stakeholders in fully implementing the FishCoRe project in Fishery Management Areas (FMA) 6 and 9.
The FishCoRe Project is one of the government's leading initiatives in the fishery sector to attain its goal of 100 percent food-fish sufficiency level by 2028. This project adheres to the three-year plan led by DA Secretary Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. of modernizing the agri-fisheries industry to increase agricultural productivity, lower food costs, ensure food security, and make farming and fisheries a more bankable investment alternative.
PFDA Technical Services Department (PFDA) staff actively participated in the planning workshop. Representatives from the World Bank (WB), Special Projects Coordination & Management Assistance (DA-SPCMAD), and the National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (NFRDI) also attended the workshop.
(Mark Angelo N. Perez – Public Information Division with report and photos from BFAR Central Office Facebook Page)
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