ILOILO CITY, Nov. 24 -- The city government will implement a four-month closed fishing season at the Iloilo River from Dec. 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026 for fish stock restoration, livelihood improvement and river biodiversity conservation.

In a press conference on Monday, City Agriculturist Inigo Garingalao said Resolution No. 2025-027 or the "Iloilo River Closed Fishing Season Ordinance" will be implemented after a one-year comprehensive study by the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) showed that the crucial period for the reproduction and growth of sea bass and other aquatic species in the river is from December to March.

The initiative will cover the area from the Atty. Cesar M. Drilon Bridge to Diversion Road Bridge, str...