Rising with the Tide: How WASEGFA is Transforming Seaweed Farming in Barobo, Surigao del Sur

#StoriesInTheField | From humble beginnings to a thriving coastal movement, the Wakat Seaweed Growers and Fisherfolks Association (WASEGFA) is proving that resilience grows stronger when communities rise together. 🌊 What started as a small group of fisherfolk families in Wakat, Barobo, Surigao del Sur has transformed into a growing force of hope through sustainable seaweed farming, innovation, and partnerships. With support from the Department of Agriculture–Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR), WASEGFA embraced brown seaweed farming using laboratory-grown propagules, helping farmers improve production, fight seaweed diseases, and secure better livelihoods. Today, the association continues to empower both men and women in the community, strengthen market linkages, and adapt to the challenges of climate change—one seaweed line at a time. Watch how WASEGFA is transforming seaweed farming into a pathway for stronger coastal communities and a more sustainable future. 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 captures the real experiences of Caraganon farmers, fisherfolk, women’s groups, youth champions, and community organizations whose lives are being transformed through sustainable fisheries initiatives. #WASEGFA #SeaweedFarming #SustainableAquaculture #BlueEconomy #CoastalCommunities #Barobo #SurigaoDelSur #BFARCaraga