In June 2021, authorities in Leyte intercepted a fishing vessel illegally transporting of green mussels from Carigara Bay, an area that was under a shellfish ban due to red tide. The persistence of red tide toxins was confirmed in several bays in Samar, including Irong-irong Bay, San Pedro Bay, and Maqueda Bay, dealing a heavy blow to local fisherfolk.
” (the Tagalog word for the Asian green mussel, Perna viridis ) is a vital, affordable seafood staple. Between 2021 and 2024, the term underwent a fascinating evolution. It shifted from representing a pandemic-hit, red tide-threatened coastal livelihood to becoming a viral pop-culture phenomenon. The Economic Reality: 2021 to 2024 Industry Struggles tahong 2024 2021
The film follows (played by Candy Veloso), the daughter of a humble mussel farmer. Their quiet life is thrown into chaos when a major reclamation project threatens to destroy their livelihood and the coastal area they call home. In June 2021, authorities in Leyte intercepted a
The year 2021 kicked off a major structural overhaul for the mussel sector with the implementation of the . Historically, tahong farming was treated as a low-capital, backyard livelihood for marginalized coastal families. However, the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) recognized its immense potential to boost domestic food security and generate export revenue. The 2021–2024 industrial strategy focused heavily on: Between 2021 and 2024, the term underwent a