CAD- Fishery Coastal and Aquatic Resources Management Division

07/04/2026

📢 ‼️ 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘:
The BFAR-Negros Island Region (BFAR-NIR) has been closely monitoring recent reports of food poisoning cases in Cadiz City, Negros Occidental, linked to the consumption of Aloy and/or Tulingan.

Our technical team is currently investigating the incident. Based on preliminary reports, the symptoms are consistent with Scombroid Fish Poisoning (see comments to know more about SFP)

🔍 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
This is not a naturally occurring toxin in the fish itself, but it happens when the fish is not properly kept chilled from the time it is caught until it reaches the market. When fish like Aloy or Tulingan are left in the heat, they produce high levels of histamine, which cannot be removed even by cooking or frying.

⚠️WHAT TO DO:
• Vendors should ensure that they are selling fresh fish all the time. Kept fish in chilled (1:1 ice fish ratio) condition especially this summer season. Avoid exposure of fish to high temperatures to prevent spoilage.
• For buyers: Avoid buying/eating fish that has a metallic/peppery taste, smells pungent, or has soft, mushy flesh.

We are working hand-in-hand with the local government of Cadiz and conduct monitoring of several wet markets in the Province of Negros Occidental to ensure that our local markets are safe. Your health is our priority!

Stay informed and stay safe, mga Negrense! 🐟💙

27/03/2026

AYAW PAGKAON UG BUTETE KAY MAKAMATAY — BFAR 🚫⚠️🐟

TAN-AWA: Nagpasidaan ang Bureau of Fisheries & Aquatic Resources (BFAR) sa publiko nga dili mukaon ug mga butete/tikong (Puffer fish) ug biya/mulog (Goby fish).

Kini human dunay 3 ka tawo nga namatay didto sa
Cawayan, Masbate, adtong Marso 21, human mikaon ug butete.

Matod pa sa BFAR, kining mga isdaa grabeng makahilo tungod duna kini "tetrodotoxin” nga makabara sa mga ugat, ug pagkaparalisa sa mga kaunoran nga mahimong mu resulta sa kamatayon.

Base sa Fisheries Administrative Order No. 249, Series of 2014 nga gipagawas sa Department of Agriculture, hugot nga gidili ang pagbaligya ug pagkonsumo sa butete sa bisan unsang porma, presko man o naproseso, tungod sa taas niini nga lebel sa kalasón o toxicity.

Image courtesy: BFAR Bikol

16/03/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE.

ATTENTION.

Please be informed that starting March 23, 2026, all office transactions will be conducted at the:

NEW AGRI-FISHERY BUILDING
Sitio Lutao, Brgy. Macabug
Ormoc City, Leyte

All clients and visitors are advised to proceed to the new location for any office-related transactions.

Thank you for your cooperation.

30/01/2026

20/12/2025

Congratulations to the City Government of Ormoc on its recent well-deserved recognition at the 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 (𝐒𝐃𝐆 𝐀𝐂𝐄𝐬)!

Under SDG 14: Life Below Water, 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐧: 𝐀 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐜 𝐁𝐚𝐲 (𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫) stands as a shining example of Ormoc’s commitment to marine conservation and sustainable coastal stewardship. This milestone recognition also comes with a cash incentive of Php 750,000, further supporting the city’s sustainability efforts.

Padayon, Ormoc!

16/12/2025

16/12/2025

Maayong adlaw.
Gipahibalo ang mangingisda nga naa sa lista nga anaa na ang fuel subsidy cards ug andam na kini makuha.
Mahimo makuha ang maong card sa among opisina sa Brgy. Alegria Bagsakan.
Palihug pagdala ug balidong ID sa pagkuha.

Salamat.

Ang listahan sa mga benepisyaryo gilakip.

10/12/2025

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The Sangguniang Panlungsod of Ormoc City has approved a Resolution No. 2025-176 authorizing the City Mayor or Acting City Mayor to enter into and sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) Region VIII and the Visayas State University (VSU) for the establishment of marine conservation and fisheries development facilities. The approval comes after the City Legal Office affirmed that the MOA contains no legal impediments and is fully aligned with public policy, local development goals, and national laws on fisheries protection, biodiversity conservation, and wildlife preservation.

Under the agreement, Ormoc City intends to support key projects such as a Multi-Species Hatchery, a Marine Mammal and Reptile Rehabilitation Center, and a Mariculture Park with on-shore and off-shore facilities linked to a Marine Laboratory. BFAR VIII will provide technical oversight and resources for hatchery operations, while VSU will extend scientific and research support through its Department of Biological Sciences.

21/11/2025

In every coastal town across the Philippines, the day begins long before sunrise - boats pushed to sea, nets cast with hope, and livelihoods built on the strength of our oceans. 🇵🇭💙

This 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒍𝒅 𝑭𝒊𝒔𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝑫𝒂𝒚 we celebrate our fishers who feed the nation, and we stand for the protection of our rich marine ecosystems, from the Visayan Sea to the Sulu-Sulawesi waters.

Let’s champion sustainable fisheries, support coastal communities, and ensure that our seas remain abundant for the next generation of Filipinos.

18/11/2025

Announcement:

The CAD- FCARMD from LGU Ormoc would like to inform the public that a 20-25 ft fiber boat was found along the coast of Barangay Ipil due to Typhoon Tino.

Initial information suggests that the boat is from Baybay City, Leyte.

If you are the owner, please coordinate with our office for verification and retrieval.

Thank you.