Manila, March 31 -- Fisherfolk in San Narciso, Zambales are turning to that "lambaklad," a sustainable and fuel-efficient fishing method, to stay afloat as global oil prices continue to rise.

The Deep-Sea Fishing Association of La Paz, in a news release on Tuesday, reported that the stationary fishing technology, introduced by the Department of Agriculture - Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR) in 2024, has transformed from a simple livelihood project into a critical economic advantage.

Positioned just 500 meters from the shoreline at depths of 20 meters to 45 meters, the lambaklad allows fishers to harvest without the need for long-distance travel or constant boat movement.

The lambaklad operates as a passive, stationar...