Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources

Also known as BFAR

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is responsible for ensuring the safety and sustainability of Philippine fisheries and aquatic products. BFAR regularly monitors coastal waters to detect toxic red tide and issues alerts to protect public health, as seen in recent advisories for Dumanquillas Bay and Tantanang Bay. The agency also collaborates with local government units to implement measures that prevent price manipulation and ensure fair compensation for small-scale fishers during peak demand periods like Holy Week.

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Last updated at April 25, 2025.

Recent stories about BFAR

Christian Monsod, Bishop David file SC petition against commercial fishing

Constitutional framers Christian Monsod and Bishop Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David, along with environmental lawyer Grizelda Mayo-Anda, filed a petition with the Supreme Court on Thursday, April 24, to overturn a Malabon Regional Trial Court decision that allowed commercial fishing within municipal waters.
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BFAR issues red tide alert for Dumanquillas Bay, Tantanang Bay, and coastal waters near Bolinao and Anda

The Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources-9 (BFAR-9) has issued a red tide alert for Dumanquillas Bay in Zamboanga del Sur, Tantanang Bay in Zamboanga Sibugay, and coastal waters of Bolinao and Anda in Pangasinan.
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PCG spox links bloggers to fake WPS social media campaign

During a House tri-committee hearing on fake news, Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela identified Filipino bloggers Anna Malindog-Uy and Ado Paglinawan as key figures in an alleged 'coordinated and malicious' social media campaign that supports China's stance and undermines the Philippines' position in the West Philippine Sea.
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CCG shadows, blocks, rams BRP Cabra off Zambales; Chinese research near Batanes

On Sunday, April 6, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel shadowed and blocked the Philippine Coast Guard's BRP Cabra off Zambales, leading to a near-collision incident.
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Philippine vessels resupply fishing boats near Scarborough Shoal despite Chinese presence

On Wednesday, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) successfully conducted a joint maritime patrol near Scarborough Shoal, delivering fuel and food provisions to 26 Filipino fishing boats from March 23 to 25.
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PhilASIN urges certification for salt imports to prevent oversupply

The Philippine Association of Salt Industry Networks Inc. (PhilASIN) has called for a cap on salt importation to prevent oversupply and declining prices.
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PAF can deploy jets to support maritime patrols in WPS

The Philippine Air Force (PAF) stated on Tuesday it can deploy its fixed-wing assets, such as FA-50PH light jet fighters and A-29B 'Super Tucano' attack aircraft, to support civilian maritime patrol planes operating in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).
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AFP, French Navy conclude third week of WPS exercises

The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the French Navy concluded another maritime exercise in the West Philippine Sea on Friday, marking the third consecutive week of joint activities within the Northern Luzon Command area.
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DA approves fish imports to stabilize prices

Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. has approved the importation of 25,000 metric tons of various fish and seafood products from March to May to prevent price surges and ensure food security.
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BFAR, PCG conduct maritime patrol in West Philippine Sea after Chinese harassment

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) conducted another maritime domain awareness flight over the West Philippine Sea on Thursday, Feb. 20, days after a Chinese military helicopter harassed them in Bajo de Masinloc.
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