Production of a new catfish (hito) variety has gained ground in General Santos City in a bid to produce stable domestic supply of the product now being touted as the "next generation fish" in the country.
This new catfish variety is called Pangasius, also known as sutchi catfish or striped catfish.
The most common varieties being grown in the country are African and native catfishes.
In an interview, Rochelle A. Otoc, industry development officer for the local Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), said the country is importing 500 metric tons of Pangasius fillet from Vietnam used by restaurants and fast food chains.
"Based on consultations with fish pond owners in the region, they can easily provide the 30 hectares initially targeted for the commercial production of Pangasius catfish in the area," Otoc said. - Sun Star Daily
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