CATBALOGAN CITY — The City Agriculture Office of Catbalogan City successfully participated in the Artificial Reef Deployment and Community-Based Training on Coral Reef Rehabilitation held on August 28–29, 2025, in Barangay Bagongon.
An artificial coral was being drop at the sea water. (Photo by the City Agriculture Office)
The initiative, titled “Seeds of the Sea: Building Reefs, Sustaining Communities,” was led by the People’s Initiative for Learning and Community Development (PILCD) in partnership with the Samar State University–Center for Fishery and Aquatic Resources Research and Development (SSU-CFARD).
Residents attends Artificial Reef Deployment and Community-Based Training on Coral Reef Rehabilitation Training held on August 28–29, 2025, in Barangay Bagongon. (Photo by the City Agriculture Office)
Through hands-on training in artificial reef installation and reef rehabilitation, the activity aimed to restore marine ecosystems, boost local fisheries, and strengthen coastal resource management. Artificial reefs provide critical habitat for marine life, helping improve biodiversity and resilience in the face of climate change—while also supporting the livelihoods of fisherfolk and ensuring long-term food security.
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Photo by the City Agriculture OfficePhoto by the City Agriculture Office
Catbalogan City Mayor Dexter Uy, expressed his appreciation for the initiative, stating:
Photo by the City Agriculture Office
“We are truly grateful to our partners for this meaningful collaboration. Protecting our marine ecosystems is not just an environmental goal—it’s an investment in the future of our communities, especially our fisherfolk. Together, we are taking concrete steps toward sustainability and resilience.”
