Management Strategies, Sustainability Practices and Resiliency in the Fish Farm Industry

This study determined management strategies, sustainability practices, and resiliency in the fish farm industry across the 1st and 2nd districts of Capiz, Philippines, during the calendar year 2025. A total of 263 respondents including farm owners, managers, hatchery technicians, and fish farm workers were purposively selected for their direct involvement and expertise in aquaculture. Using a descriptive-correlational design, the study examined how demographic factors such as role, education, years in operation, scale of production, farming method, and output capacity shaped operational approaches. Data were collected through a structured, expert-validated questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS software. Statistical tools included frequency counts, percentages, means, Kruskal-Wallis H-test, Mann-Whitney U-test, and Spearman’s rho correlation at a 0.05 significance level. Results showed frequent application of management and sustainability strategies and high resiliency across roles and farm types. Significant differences in management strategies were found based on scale, method, and output capacity, while sustainability and resiliency practices showed no statistical variation across classifications. A strong correlation existed between management and sustainability, while resiliency appeared independent. The study concludes that Capiz’s fish farm industry demonstrates structured planning, ecological commitment, and operational resilience. Recommendations emphasize tailored management, inclusive policy support, and collaborative benchmarking to enhance aquaculture practices and workforce development in the region.