The Western Philippines University- Agricultural Technology Business Incubator (WPU-ATBI), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture-Regional Field Office MIMAROPA (DA-RFO MIMAROPA) under the PALAMAYANAN Project, facilitated the African Catfish Production Training on February 21, 2025, at Barn’s Catfish Hatchery in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.

This training is part of WPU-ATBI’s continuing effort to support the development of local aquaculture and enhance aquaculture practices through monitoring, evaluation, and training programs. Benefiting 27 local farmers, it aimed to strengthen their knowledge and practical capabilities in African catfish production, providing them with information and skills that could be applied to their respective aquaculture activities.

The training served as an opportunity for participants to learn about catfish production practices and gain exposure to actual hatchery operations. Through this activity, they were introduced to relevant production methods and technical considerations that can help them better understand and manage aquaculture enterprises.

This initiative provides farmers and food producers with practical information and technical guidance to improve their production practices and explore additional livelihood opportunities.

[This article is in line with the SDGs 2, 4, 8, & 17]