DA to import 60MT of fish due to 'Odette'-induced shortage
(Photo courtesy of DA) MANILA - Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary William Dar said there is a need to import 60,000 metric tons (MT) of small pelagic fish to meet the demand for the first quarter of 2022 due to the damage incurred by the fishery sector from Typhoon Odette in December last year. Dar also announced on Tuesday the signing of the Certificate of Necessity to Import after the assessment showed significant damage and reduced fish production, especially galunggong (round scad), sardines, and mackerel. In a Laging Handa public briefing, Dar said they are working to remedy the Bu...
Source: philippinetimes.com
