Manila, April 7 -- The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Bicol (BFAR-5) has taken measures to control the oversupply of "lawlaw," commonly called "tamban," in Bulan, Sorsogon, particularly during the recent Holy Week.

In a statement on Tuesday, BFAR-5 Director Ariel Pioquinto recognized the significant challenges faced by local fisherfolk and stated that the agency has collaborated with fisherfolk groups, people's organizations, traders, and other stakeholders to develop practical measures and avoid similar incidents in the future.

Before the incident, BFAR-5 had already carried out post-harvest training on fish processing, including making smoked fish and fermented products, to boost the community's ability to use excess cat...