The Lawaan Seaside Fisherfolks Association (LSFA) recorded a successful 2.6-ton harvest of high-value fish species from the coastal waters of Lawaan, Eastern Samar, under the government’s sustainable and community-driven fishing initiative.<\/p>\n
The three-day fishing operation generated an estimated gross income of PHP572,000 after the fresh catch was sold at an affordable market price of PHP220 per kilogram.<\/p>\n
The harvest, including giant trevally, not only boosted the income of local fisherfolk but also provided residents with access to fresh and reasonably priced seafood.<\/p>\n
The Lambaklad Project, valued at PHP2.5 million, began operations in early 2025 and has since become a key livelihood source for LSFA members.<\/p>\n
Since its implementation, the association has accumulated a total harvest of 4.3 tons of high-value marine species from the fishing grounds of Lawaan.<\/p>\n
“The project has helped sustain the livelihoods of fisherfolk amid increasing fuel prices and rising operational costs in the fishing industry. The initiative has also strengthened community-based fisheries management and enhanced local economic activity in the municipality,” the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) said in a statement Wednesday.<\/p>\n
The Lambaklad Project is a sustainable, community-driven fishing initiative that introduces Japanese set-net technology to the country. It combines traditional methods with eco-friendly practices to increase fisherfolk income, reduce fuel costs, and ensure food security for coastal communities.<\/p>\n
LSFA is one of 29 fisherfolk organizations in Eastern Samar receiving assistance under the Special Area for Agricultural Development (SAAD) Program.<\/p>\n
This year, the association is expected to receive additional project input support and market-related training to further improve operational efficiency and strengthen its marketing capabilities.<\/p>\n
The project is under the second phase of the SAAD Program, aimed at reducing fisherfolk poverty in low-income provinces through livelihood projects, technical training, and enterprise support. (PNA)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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