Eucheuma culture and practices: The case of Calape Bohol, Philippines

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Eucheuma culture and practices: The case of Calape Bohol, Philippines

Maria Danesa S. Rabia
Int. J. Biosci. 24(1), 189-194, January 2024.
Copyright Statement: Copyright 2024; The Author(s).
License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Abstract

Seaweeds are the most successful fishery product of the Philippines in recent years. It is essentially a small growing industry on the production side thus, providing a livelihood in the generally poor coastal areas. The study was conducted to evaluate the status of seaweeds culture in Calape Bay, Bohol. A mixed method research design was used in the study. Results showed that the majority of the respondents belongs from ages 29 to 57, consisting of seven (7) females and 29 males that were personally interviewed and surveyed. Two species of Eucheuma were identified, Eucheuma cottoni and Eucheuma spinosum. The Eucheuma cottonii were preferably grown and known to adapt to the type of environment found at Calape Bay. The hanging method and floating method were the two common production practices used but the majority of the growers used the hanging method. As reflected in their income, this method provided higher net returns. There is a significant difference between the seaweeds used and the type of production in the culture of Eucheuma. The results of the study implied that the area is a good potential for mass production of both species of Eucheuma.

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