An article contributed by AQD Chief Dr. Felix G. Ayson to the Aquaculture for Food Security, Poverty Alleviation and Nutrition (AFSPAN) project of FAO

SEAFDEC/AQD are now accepting applicants for the 2015 training courses

The Philippines hosted the 2014 International Seaweed Congress on November 19-21, 2014 at Waterfront Hotel in Cebu.

Four veterinarians and one laboratory analyst from BFAR completed the special training on Aquatic Microbiology held 11-17November 2014.

The 24th Meeting of the Philippine Technical Administrative Committee (PTAC) held on 16 October 2014 in Makati City, Philippines.

Seven participants completed SEAFDEC/AQD’s training on "Sandfish seed production, nursery and management" on 21 October at AQD’s Tigbauan Main Station.

AQD organized an Organization and Policy Orientation on 16 September at the Tigbauan Main Station.

SEAFDEC/AQD's stakeholders express their gratitude during the AgriLink held 9-11 October at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, Philippines.

Ms. Ofelia Reyes talks about the results of her study on milkfish fortified diets on 14 August.

Dr. Annabelle Villalobos a DOST Balik-Scientist talked to AQD staff about "Pharmaceuticals from lab to market" on 31 July

AQD staff delighted in the two days food fair and fun day activities held July 8-9

High school students from seven schools in Iloilo visited AQD during its open house on 8-9 July

Snapshots of AQD assistance to its five community partners in Panay and Negros islands hard hit by typhoon Haiyan / Yolanda

SEAFDEC/AQD is accepting applicants for its training courses on "Feed formulation and preparation" and "Seaweed farming". Both will be held from 19 March to 01 April 2014.

Two AQD staff go for a certificate course

Dr. Helen Marcial conducts a study on climate change with Japan researchers

Eat fish, keep fit and be a hit! SEAFDEC/AQD’s Igang Marine Station in Guimaras is harvesting pompano on 28 November. The market price of the 200-250 gram-sized pompano is Php 175 per kilo. For availability, please contact AQD’s Materials Control Unit at (033) 511-8091 or (033) 511-9171 loc 320. The cut-off date for orders is on 27 November 2013.

BFAR teams up with AQD to strengthen the capability of its fish health staff

Hokkaido University in Japan continues to hone the skills of AQD’s young researchers to help attain sustainable aquaculture

Fresh bangus are now available for orders! AQD’s Igang Marine Station in Guimaras is scheduled to harvest milkfish 5 November 2013, Tuesday at 3:30pm. The price ranges from Php 90 to Php 100 for sizes 300-500 grams. You may place your orders through AQD’s Materials Control Unit at (033) 511-8091 or (033) 511-9171 loc 320. The cut-off date for orders is on 4 November 2013.