Dr. Maria Lourdes Aralar presents her research on giant freshwater prawn during the 27th Dean Domiciano K. Villaluz (DKV) Memorial Lecture last 11 July 2019.

Director Gongona and AQD Chief Dan Baliao had a meeting on the status of the collaborative project between AQD and BFAR to establish legislated multi-species hatcheries around the country.

Over 60 participants, mostly scientists and researchers from Southeast Asia are expected to attend the International Workshop on the Promotion of Sustainable Aquaculture, Aquatic Animal Health and Resource Enhancement in Southeast Asia (SARSEA)

We are pleased to announce that the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) in Tigbauan, Iloilo, an international research institution is in urgent need of a part-time DENTIST for its Human Resource Management Section, Administration and Finance Division. Qualifications: Licensed Dentist Preferably: With at least five (5) years work experience Must be willing to report at Tigbauan Main Station at least 15 hours per week Should have good interpersonal skills, competent, reliable, and has good work ethics Summary of duties to be performed: The position is tasked to provide professional dental services to SEAFDEC/AQD employees and their qualified dependents. Requirements: Application letter, curriculum vitae with 2×2 photo, transcript of academic records, previous/current employment certifications, and proof of passing the …

We are pleased to announce that the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center/Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) in Tigbauan, Iloilo, an international research institution with career development opportunities is in urgent need of a MECHANICAL ENGINEER for its Engineering Section, Administration and Finance Division. Qualifications: Graduate of Mechanical Engineering course Preferences: With at least one (1) year work experience in related field Must be a licensed Mechanical Engineer Possesses good organizational skills and an ability to work collaboratively Exhibits excellent oral and written communication skills With a strong sense of initiative, innovation, and analytical problem-solving ability Must be trustworthy, honest, reliable and has good work ethics Summary of duties to be performed: The position is tasked to perform the following: Provides technical expertise …

SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department scientist reported on the genetic research initiatives being done in the Philippines towards sustainable aquaculture

Celebrity host and veterinarian Dr. Ferdinand Recio of GMA Network’s ‘Born to be Wild’ visited SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) to provide medical assistance to rescued sea turtles with fibropapillomatosis and floater syndrome last 20 February 2019

Mangrove crab continued to be an important commodity among aquafarmers in Asian countries including the Philippines as shown by the high demand for training on the culture of the prized commodity.

“The Philippines’ aquaculture industry needs to improve aggressively and this country is hungry for results,” BFAR director Eduardo Gongona said during the 27th PTAC Meeting last 17 October 2018 in Makati City, Philippines

Former SEAFDEC Secretary-General Dr. Siri Ekmaharaj shared the experiences and current success of the tiger shrimp industry in Thailand despite the threat of emerging diseases

ASEAN Regional Technical Consultation on Aquatic Emergency Preparedness and Response Systems for Effective Management of Transboundary Disease Outbreaks in Southeast Asia20-22 August 2018 / Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao / Bangkok, Thailand Kindly find all workshop documents below: FileTechnical Session 1. Country ReportsCR01Brunei DarussalamCR02CambodiaCR03IndonesiaCR04JapanCR06MalaysiaCR07MyanmarCR08PhilippinesCR09SingaporeCR10ThailandCR11Viet Nam FileTechnical Session 2. Review PapersRP1Components and Implementation Strategies of Effective Hazard Monitoring and Early WarningRP2Transboundary aquatic animal diseases:  History and Impacts to ASEAN aquacultureRP3Safe International TradeRP4Emergency response to emerging diseases: TiLV in TilapiaRP5Emergency response to emerging disease: AHPND in shrimpRP6Risk analysis in aquacultureRP7Emergency preparedness and response and contingency plans as a component of an Aquatic Animal Health Management and Biosecurity Strategy FileTechnical Session 3. Workshop Presentations and other documentsWD1Workshop output by Group 1WD2Workshop output …

Government officials and representatives from the private sector and research institutes from Southeast Asia identify gaps in the region’s aquatic emergency preparedness and response systems

By Development Communication Section     The prime movers in the establishment of SEAFDEC/AQD were honored in dedication ceremonies as two buildings at the Tigbauan Main Station were named after them. The Administration Building is now named as the Dr. Quiterio F. Miravite Hall while the Nutrition and Reproductive Physiology Building is now the Dean Domiciano K. Villaluz Hall, in honor of these men who were instrumental in the establishment of SEAFDEC/AQD in the Philippines in 1973. Markers dedicating the buildings were unveiled by SEAFDEC/AQD officials and representatives of the families of Dr. Miravite and Dean Villaluz on 13 July 2018 as a highlight of SEAFDEC/AQD’s 45th Anniversary Celebration. “This is a way to say thank you to them and …

To discuss challenges on eel farming and report on the findings of eel studies, the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center / Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC/AQD) took part in the “International Technical Workshop on Tropical Anguillid Eels in Southeast Asia.”

SEAFDEC/AQD gathered 20 high school science teachers to encourage them to properly integrate the laboratory techniques in the design of their students’ research projects in a technical seminar

Aquaculture is gaining interest from foreign investors according to British Chamber of Commerce Philippines (BCCP) during their tour of SEAFDEC/AQD’s FishWorld Museum and Integrated Fish Broodstock Hatchery Complex in 9 March 2018

For the very first time, the Fisheries Technologist Oath-taking Ceremony was held outside Metro Manila with 47 oath-takers last 20 February 2018 at Iloilo Grand Hotel

SEAFDEC/AQD Library and Data Banking Services teach basic techniques in writing for scientific publications to senior high school students

An untagged green sea turtle which was named “Evelyn” was rescued by local residents and SEAFDEC/AQD last Thursday, 25 January 2018 along the coast of Sitio Dagongdong, Nanga, Guimbal, Iloilo.

This technology is now ready for commercialization to enhance the seaweed industry of the country