Regional director Omnia B. Olama formally turned over a Php18 million check to municipal mayor Ozzy Reuben Ecleo on Friday, July 7, 2023 to kickstart the construction of their legislated hatchery in Basilisa, province of Dinagat Islands.

Mayor Ecleo thanked the DA-BFAR and pledged their full support to the project implementation and hands-on monitoring. 

The provincial government of Dinagat Islands led by governor Nilo P. Demerey, Jr. also expressed commitment and support in the implementation of the said project.

After the turnover rites, RD Olama, together with Dinagat Islands provincial fishery officer Bernard Z. Baclayo and finance and administrative division chief Elvera B. Sayas, made an ocular site visit on the same day.

The multi-species marine hatchery intends to increase the production of the aquaculture sector, and lessen reliance on imported fry. It also seeks to encourage species diversification, broaden the range of cultivable species, and provide venue for fisheries extension activities. (Andy T. Ordoña, Information Officer, DA-BFAR Caraga)

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