08/04/2026
𝐌𝐀𝐅𝐀𝐑 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐀𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬
Lamitan City, Basilan - The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR) Basilan, under the leadership of Provincial Director II Hanie Muadz Junuban, MPA, JD., successfully conducted a comprehensive training program on Fishpond Management cm Good Aquacultural Practices (GAqPs). The event, held on April 8, 2026, at MCFARMCO in Maloong Canal, Lamitan City, aimed to equip local farmers and cooperative members with essential knowledge and skills for sustainable aquaculture.
The training commenced with an inspiring message from CARPO Said Tingkahan, who emphasized the importance of cooperative efforts and community engagement in agricultural development. His address highlighted the collective responsibility of the attendees in implementing the learned practices to foster a thriving aquaculture industry in Basilan.
Muksan N. Alih, SARPO under Support Services, further elaborated on the crucial role of continuous learning and effort from each member of the Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Organizations (ARBOs). He encouraged participants to actively engage in such training programs to enhance their capabilities and contribute to the overall progress of their communities.
Supervising Aquaculturist Hairun Munap provided a detailed explanation of the training module, focusing on the intricacies of Fishpond Management and Good Agricultural Practices. His presentation covered various aspects crucial for efficient and environmentally sound fish farming.
Adding to the depth of the training, Leah Isnain, Aquaculturist II, thoroughly defined the meaning and principles of Good Aquaculture Practices (GAP). She also provided valuable insights into critical aspects such as appropriate site selection for fishponds and effective pond preparation techniques for polyculture, ensuring that participants gained practical knowledge applicable to their farming operations.
The training served as a vital platform for knowledge exchange and capacity building, reinforcing MAFAR Basilan's commitment to empowering local communities and promoting sustainable agricultural practices in the region.
Furthermore, Following the training, a significant event unfolded with the turn-over of fishery inputs under the MAFARDUCERS Program, providing crucial resources to support the newly acquired knowledge and skills of the participants.
