Date: April 18, 2024

Mr. Geralph B. Andrade

Provincial Fishery Officer
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)
Brgy. Kalipay, Masbate City, Philippines

Attention: Mr. Joseph Obias

Subject: Request for BFAR Staff for Orientation and Technical Assistance on Small-Scale
Commercial Fishing Operations in Barangay Osmena, Claveria, Masbate

Dear Sir,

This letter is to formally request the assistance of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
(BFAR) in providing an orientation and technical assistance program for small-scale commercial
fishing operators/owners in Barangay Osmena, Claveria, Masbate.

The Municipal Agriculture Office (MAO) recognizes the importance of a well-informed and
responsible fishing community. We believe that by providing our local fishermen with the
necessary knowledge and skills, we can promote sustainable fishing practices, ensure compliance
with fishery regulations, and ultimately contribute to the long-term viability of the fishing
industry in our municipality.

Thank you for your time and consideration. We look forward to your positive response and the
opportunity to collaborate with BFAR in empowering our local fishing community.

Sincerely,

NESTOR M. IGLOSO
OIC-MAO