BFAR-7 to local officials: Support fishermen, fish traders affected by ECQ

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CEBU CITY—With the implementation of the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Cebu and other areas in Central Visayas, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR-7) called on the local

In a press release posted on the agency’s Facebook page, BFAR-7

The BFAR regional office decided to seek the help of the LGUs after it heard the sentiments of several fishermen and fish vendors.During its regular price monitoring activities, BFAR personnel learned that many fish vendors have been experiencing slow sales. The regional office has stepped up its price monitoring efforts to avoid price manipulation in these times of crisis.

Poquita appealed to the concerned LGU officials to allow fish dealers and traders to access to fish landing centers in the region. The two known fish landing centers in Cebu province are in Barangay Pasil, Cebu City and in Danao City.

 

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