BFAR eyes samaral growth

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MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) is promoting siganids, or rabbitfish locally known as samaral, to diversify aquaculture and boost fishermen’s incomes.

The agency said growing samaral production could create new livelihood opportunities while strengthening the production, processing, and marketing value chain.

READ: Philippine aquaculture to benefit from higher output of fry, fingerlings – BFAR

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BFAR eyes samaral growth

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