Lapu-Lapu city stops operation of shark fin exporter

Norman V. Mendoza 09/03/2014

An export firm in Lapu-Lapu City engaged in drying shark fins that are in demand abroad was served a cease-and-desist order yesterday for operating without barangay or city permits. The order of Lapu-Lapu Mayor Paz Radaza was…

Cenro to re-inspect Lapu firm’s drying yard

Norman V. Mendoza 09/01/2014

The Lapu-Lapu City’s Environment and Natural Resources Office (Cenro) is scheduled to re-inspect the drying yard of a company that exports blue shark fins today, more than a week after it drew the ire of nearby residents.…

DENR told to teach fisherfolk why sharks need protection

Peter L. Romanillos 06/19/2014

The Cebu Provincial Board (PB) called on the regional Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR-7) to educate fisherfolk communities to follow local laws that protect endangered and vulnerable shark species. “Some fishermen still practice irresponsible fishing…

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