DA seeks to import extra 8,000 MT of galunggong, mackerel
November 19, 2024 | 4:07pm
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Agriculture plans to import an additional 8,000 metric tons of small pelagic fish to compensate for the fish supply lost due to the damage caused by the past six cyclones.
Small pelagic fish include sardines, round scads (galunggong), anchovies and mackerels.
In an interview on Tuesday, November 19, Agriculture Assistant Secretary Arnel de Mesa said the 8,000 metric tons of fish would be in addition to the 30,000 metric tons of imported fish approved in April to ensure supply during the last quarter of 2024 amid the closed fishing season.
“Kahapon may discussion na posible magdagdag ng additional importation for fish. Yung volu
