The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Regional Fisheries Office 1 (BFAR1) conducted a holy mass celebration and annual toasting ceremony today, as part of its annual tradition on enhancing solidarity, collaboration and service excellence for the fisheries industry in the region.

BFAR1 Regional Director Rosario Segundina P. Gaerlan presided over the ceremonial toast, sharing her directives and encouraging everyone to strengthen their connections and foster a collaborative work environment, wishing everyone a fruitful year ahead.

β€œWe hope that we will have a fruitful year ahead of us. Magtulungan tayo para makamit ang mga dapat natin gawin, and let us hope na magkakasama pa rin tayo buong taon.” RD Gaerlan said.

The event also marked a strategic milestone, laying out coherent directions for successfully implementing programs and projects of the bureau.

Attending the event were Division Chiefs, Section Heads, Provincial Fisheries Officers, Station Heads, and office personnel, who reaffirmed their commitment to achieving and surpassing the goals set for 2025, ensuring a more responsive and effective delivery of its services for the clients and stakeholders.