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RA 8550 (The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998) Section 8

RA 8550 (The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998) Section 8

Catch Ceiling Limitations.

Section 8

SEC. 8. Catch Ceiling Limitations. - The Secretary may prescribe limitations or quota on the total quantity of fish captured, for a specified period of time and specified area based on the best available evidence. Such a catch ceiling may be imposed per species of fish whenever necessary and practicable: Provided, however, That in municipal waters and fishery management areas, and waters under the jurisdiction of special agencies, catch ceilings may be established upon the concurrence and approval or recommendation of such special agency and the concerned LGU in consultation with the FARMC for conservation or ecological purposes.

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CitationRA 8550 (The Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998) Section 8 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

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