Question & AnswerQ&A (LETTER OF INSTRUCTIONS NO. 459)
The main objective is to direct various government agencies to participate in the implementation of the Integrated Fisheries Development Plan, promoting close coordination and cooperation for fisheries development.
The Department of Natural Resources is primarily responsible for monitoring activities and implementing the Integrated Fisheries Development Plan.
The Department of Education and Culture is tasked with preparing and implementing a master plan for fisheries education and training programs, in coordination with the Department of Natural Resources, University of the Philippines, and Educational Projects Implementing Task Force.
The Department is to organize Samahang Nayon for fishermen with assistance from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources and provide training to BFAR extension workers on Samahang Nayon organization.
Through the Philippine Constabulary and Philippine Coast Guard, it assists in the implementation and enforcement of all fishery-related laws, decrees, and regulations.
It is responsible for drawing plans and constructing infrastructures like fishing ports, harbors, and markets for the fishing industry upon the request of the Department of Natural Resources.
They provide funds for credit requirements of the Integrated Fisheries Development Plan, with the Presidential Committee on Agricultural Credit coordinating the financial programming and negotiation of needs.
It is tasked to undertake site surveys for marketing infrastructures, prepare and implement marketing development programs, and operate a Fishery Market News Service in major fish landing centers in coordination with the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.
The Bureau is responsible for fisheries extension programs, implementing regulatory functions, rationalizing licensing, organizing fishermen associations, improving fisheries statistical systems, and recommending plans consistent with the Integrated Fisheries Development Plan.
Letters of Instructions, Executive Orders, Memorandum Circulars, Rules, Regulations, or parts inconsistent with this Letter of Instruction are revoked or modified accordingly.