New hatcheries to add over 87K MT in bangus fry production
(File photo courtesy of DA-BFAR) MANILA - The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) expects over 87,000 metric tons of bangus (milkfish) fry to be added to the local production once the 37 legislated hatcheries nationwide are completed. "These newly legislated hatcheries, which are eyed to be completed in the first half of this year, can cover for the country's food security even with possible cuts from anticipated weather disturbances," BFAR National Bangus Program focal person and Calabarzon Regional Director Willy Cruz said in an interview on Thursday. Data from Phi...