Marinel Peroy

By Marinel E. Peroy TAGUDIN, Ilocos Sur — Along the coastal waters of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, a quiet transformation is taking shape. Inspired by Japan’s otoshi-ami fishing technology, Lambaklad uses large nets anchored in deep coastal waters to catch migratory species such as tuna, caballas (mackerel), scad, and blue marlin. A sustainable, large-scale stationary fishing trap, its name combines the Filipino words lambat (net) and baklad (fish corral).

By Marinel E. Peroy TAGUDIN, Ilocos Sur — Along the coastal waters of Tagudin, Ilocos Sur, a quiet transformation is taking shape. Inspired by Japan’s otoshi-ami fishing technology, Lambaklad uses large nets anchored in deep coastal waters to catch migratory species such as tuna, caballas (mackerel), scad, and blue marlin. A sustainable, large-scale stationary fishing trap, its name combines the Filipino words lambat (net) and baklad (fish corral).

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