SEAFDEC/AQD Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center | Aquaculture Department

Dr. Sheryll Santander-Avanceña and her team at SEAFDEC/AQD, in collaboration with the University of the Philippines Visayas, developed a formulated feed for the Indian white shrimp called the “Special Feed for Maturing Penaeus indicus Broodstock,” which was granted a utility model by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines.

SEAFDEC/AQD, an intergovernmental organization promoting sustainable aquaculture across Southeast Asia, welcomed Dr. Takahiro Sajiki as its new Deputy Chief.

ILOILO CITY, Philippines – From 12–14 March 2025, government personnel, experts, and researchers from across Southeast Asia convened to tackle key challenges in aquaculture and strengthen regional collaboration.

The commercial production of pompano in the Philippines may not be as big as that of tilapia or milkfish, but it is developing. And with development comes challenges. There are increasing reports of sea lice infecting pompano grown in fish cages.

Three fisheries biologists from Thailand’s Department of Fisheries (DOF) enhanced their skills in milkfish aquaculture through a specialized training course at SEAFDEC/AQD held from 3 to 14 March 2025.