SEAFDEC/AQD Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center | Aquaculture Department

A prized jewel lies hidden beneath the shimmering and pristine waters of Molocaboc Island, the donkey’s-ear abalone, a kind of marine snail known for its unique shell form that resembles the ear of a donkey.

Garlic works with tilapia not only as a culinary ingredient, but also as a treatment for fish health problems in the farm.

Six new aquaculture extension manuals penned by SEAFDEC/AQD’s scientist, experts, and researchers were introduced and distributed during the institution’s 30th Book Launching on 4 July 2023 in Tigbauan, Iloilo.

SEAFDEC scientist Dr. Frolan Aya conducted a study to understand the early development of climbing perch (Anabas testudineus), a tropical freshwater fish native to Southeast Asia.

Dan Baliao’s term as SEAFDEC Aquaculture Department (AQD) chief has been extended for another two years following his reappointment by SEAFDEC Secretary-General Ms. Malinee Smithrithee.