Northeastern Mindanao Gears Up for Sardine Fishing Ban Amid Resource Depletion Fears
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Northeastern Mindanao Gears Up for Sardine Fishing Ban Amid Resource Depletion Fears

A three-month fishing ban will commence in 11 coastal towns and cities in northeastern Mindanao starting December 1, due to concerns over critically low sardine fish populations. Marine scientists have warned of resource depletion, prompting the moratorium to protect and sustain local fisheries.

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