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The Ultimate Guide to Fishers: Seeing Better Marine Resource Management under New BFAR Chief

As we look forward to a brighter future for our country's fisheries sector, the appointment of Elizer Salilig as the new director of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) has sparked optimism among fisherfolk cooperatives and local government units. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore how Salilig's leadership is poised to usher in a new era of stronger policies, support for small-scale fishers, and economic opportunities in coastal communities.

A Seasoned Fisheries Official Takes the Helm

With 34 years of experience under his belt, Salilig has earned the trust of fisherfolk leaders and local officials. His extensive background has been marked by a hands-on approach that has strengthened cooperative structures and improved local livelihood programs.

Empowering Municipal Fishing Communities

Juliet Gutierrez, president of Samaka Sablayan, a coalition of over 20 fisherfolk cooperatives, highlighted Salilig's role in organizing women's cooperatives in MIMAROPA (Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan) to empower municipal fishing communities.

"'Director Salilig worked closely with us to organize women's cooperatives in MIMAROPA. He understands the struggles of small-scale fishers and has always pushed for more inclusive programs,' Gutierrez said."

Diversifying Livelihood Opportunities

Geraldo Abello, chairman of the Dahilican Roxas Fishermen Cooperative, credited Salilig with encouraging fishers in Oriental Mindoro to diversify their livelihood.

"'He helped us realize that we don't have to rely solely on our daily catch. Because of his support, many of us have started small businesses like fish processing and marketing,' Abello said."

Local Government Leaders Express Optimism

Bongabong Mayor Elegio Malaluan, president of the League of Mayors of Oriental Mindoro, recalled Salilig's tenure as BFAR-MIMAROPA regional director, where he improved coordination between LGUs and BFAR in enforcing fisheries laws.

"'During his time as regional director, he made sure local governments had a clear role in enforcing fisheries laws. He helped settle disputes between commercial and municipal fishers, ensuring that our coastal resources were well-managed,' Malaluan said of Salilig."

A New Era of Cooperation

Malaluan expressed confidence that the new BFAR chief's leadership would strengthen the agency's collaboration with LGUs, particularly in managing coastal resources and addressing illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.

"'He understands the importance of local governments in enforcing fisheries laws and ensuring the long-term sustainability of our marine resources,' Malaluan said."

Priorities for a New Era

Salilig underscored the agency's crucial role in national food security and economic resilience. Among his priorities are:

Strengthening Aquaculture: stabilizing the country's fish supply by promoting sustainable aquaculture practices
Promoting Sustainable Fishing Practices: combating the effects of climate change through sustainable fishing practices that prioritize marine resource conservation
Enhancing Research and Development: collaborating with government agencies and academic institutions to drive innovation in fisheries research and development
Integrating Fisherfolk into Value Chains: providing fisherfolk with more opportunities beyond fishing, including processing, marketing, and other fisheries-related businesses

Conclusion

The appointment of Elizer Salilig as the new director of BFAR signals a brighter future for our country's fisheries sector. With his extensive experience and commitment to empowering small-scale fishers and local governments, we can expect stronger policies, support for sustainable fishing practices, and economic opportunities in coastal communities.

Key Takeaways

Elizer Salilig has been appointed as the new director of BFAR
His past work has earned him the trust of fisherfolk leaders and local officials
Priorities include strengthening aquaculture, promoting sustainable fishing practices, enhancing research and development, and integrating fisherfolk into value chains

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