Law Summary

Introduction

This document outlines the revised price list for tilapia fingerlings, tilapia breeders, and carp fingerlings available for sale by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR). The revisions are made in accordance with existing government directives aimed at ensuring reasonable rates that cover administrative costs.

Section 1: Prescribed Price List

• Legal Principle: Establishes the new prices for various sizes of tilapia and carp fingerlings and broodstock.
• Key Definitions:
  • Tilapia Fingerlings: Young tilapia fish intended for grow-out purposes.
  • Tilapia Broodstock: Mature tilapia fish used for breeding in hatcheries.
  • Common Carp and Major Carps: Varieties of fish for sale, differentiated by size and weight.
• Important Requirements/Procedures:
  • The price list is categorized by species and size, with specific prices assigned per piece.
• Price Breakdown:
  • Tilapia Fingerlings:
    • Size 24 (0.02 - 0.2 g): P 0.15
    • Size 22 (0.21 - 0.42 g): P 0.25
    • Size 17 (0.56 - 1.5 g): P 0.35
    • Size 14 (1.6 - 3.2 g): P 0.45
  • Tilapia Broodstock:
    • (0.02 - 3.2 g): P 1.00
  • Common Carp:
    • Size 24 (less than 0.5 g): P 0.17
    • Size 22 (0.5 - 0.9 g): P 0.20
    • Size 17 (1 - 1.9 g): P 0.30
    • Size 14 (2 - 5 g): P 0.50
  • Major Carps:
    • Size 24 (less than 0.5 g): P 0.26
    • Size 22 (0.5 - 0.9 g): P 0.30
    • Size 17 (1 - 1.9 g): P 0.50
    • Size 14 (2 - 5 g): P 1.00

Section 2: Repeal

• Legal Principle: This section addresses the repeal of previous administrative orders and lists that are inconsistent with the current price list.
• Important Requirements/Procedures:
  • Administrative Order No. 186 and any related inconsistent orders are amended accordingly.

Section 3: Effectivity

• Legal Principle: Specifies the commencement of the order’s enforceability.
• Relevant Timeframes:
  • The order will take effect fifteen (15) days after its publication in two newspapers of general circulation for two consecutive weeks.

Additional Information

• Adoption: The order was adopted on August 14, 2000, and is signed by Secretary Edgardo J. Angara, with recommendations from Director Malcolm I. Sarmiento, Jr., and Undersecretary Cesar M. Drilon, Jr.

Key Takeaways

• The BFAR has revised the pricing structure for tilapia and carp fingerlings to ensure reasonable rates that reflect administrative costs.
• The new prices are categorized by species and size, providing transparency for potential buyers.
• Previous inconsistent regulations have been repealed to align with this new pricing order.
• The order becomes effective 15 days post-publication, allowing for public awareness and compliance.