Tahong 2024 2021

(mussels) remain a beloved seafood staple. Here’s a concise comparison and update highlighting changes and trends between 2021 and 2024.

The red tide problem compounded the difficulties already faced by the industry. Reports highlighted that it remained the biggest threat to mussel farmers and traders in towns like Jiabong, Samar, which relied heavily on tahong for economic activity. The constant fear of paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) led to bans, which in turn led to lost income and confiscated goods. An article from Rappler aptly captured the desperation, noting how the industry was "badly hit by pandemic" and was "grap[ling] with old nemesis".

Red tide (Harmful Algal Blooms) continues to occur in 2024, requiring consistent monitoring by BFAR to protect consumers.