DA BFAR F/B Pagbabago Livelihood and Development Program

The DA-BFAR F/B Pagbabago Livelihood Development Program successfully conducted its FY 2025 Year-End Review and FY 2026 Strategic Planning Workshop on December 2–5, 2025 at the BFAR-NMFDC, Navotas City. The four-day activity brought together program implementers, regional focal persons, and key stakeholders to assess the year’s accomplishments, identify operational gaps, and consolidate insights essential for strengthening the delivery of services to fisherfolk beneficiaries.

The workshop also served as a venue for formulating strategic directions and priority actions for FY 2026, ensuring that the program remains aligned with national fisheries development goals and continues to advance inclusive, sustainable, and community-driven livelihood initiatives across coastal communities.

Opening Program of the 50th Batch Trainer's Training on the Construction, Repair and Maintenance of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) Boats

The training officially commenced at 8:00 AM on October 27, 2025, in Nueva Valencia, Guimaras, marking the start of a capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening local fisheries management and livelihood development. Participants began the day with registration, attendance checking, and pre-assessment activities, setting a productive tone for the sessions ahead.

The program opened with a warm welcome message from Councilor Jun Galila of Nueva Valencia, who thanked the BFAR Central Office and participants for their support. Mr. Matt Doyola of BFAR Region 6, introduced the FB Pagbabago Program, highlighting its goals and implementation.

Ma’am Rhoda S. Bacordo, MGM, OIC-NMFDC, delivered an inspiring message highlighting the importance of the 47-footer FRP patrol boat to be provided, emphasizing its vital role in strengthening the municipality’s efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing.