Región del Maule, December 3, 2025. Dr. Claudia Pérez, Senior Researcher of the Aquaculture Research Division of the Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP), comments on the samples from Lake Vichuquén An intense cyanobacterial bloom was recently detected in Lake Vichuquén, after the Ministry of Health (MINSAL) requested the Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) to carry out a specialized analysis of water samples due to the presence of discoloration and algal proliferation in the area. Lake Vichuquén, a coastal water body with...

On the morning of November 20, professionals from the Fisheries Development Institute participated in an enriching scientific outreach activity aimed at the boys and girls of the Antulem Kindergarten, located in the locality of Alerce in Puerto Montt. Mario Ortiz and Macarena Herrera attended the event, and specially characterized for the occasion, they turned the day into a magical experience focused on early learning about marine and freshwater ecosystems. The initiative aimed to bring science closer to young children...

Between November 25 and 27, within the framework of the Pelagic Fisheries Monitoring Program for the northern zone (between the Arica and Parinacota and Coquimbo regions), a series of meetings were held to disseminate information about the monitoring program and strengthen the relationship with the fishing sector and the work of the Scientific Observers (SOs). Meetings were coordinated with the SOs at the various IFOP bases, primarily addressing form completion procedures and technical inquiries. The importance of maintaining fluid...

In Valparaíso, a workshop was held to disseminate information about the BIOLOGICAL STUDY PROGRAM FOR SQUID IN AREAS OUTSIDE THE FISHING GROUNDS, WITH AN EMPHASIS ON RENEWAL AND GROWTH RATES. This program complements the studies carried out in the MONITORING PROJECT. The workshop was led by project manager Karen Belmar, who stated, “This project lasted two years and collected data from Arica to Biobío. The data obtained improves our understanding of the species, especially regarding age estimation. In terms...

The Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) participated on Friday, November 21, in a training session with second-year students of the Bachelor of Education in Primary Education program at the Austral University of Chile (UACh), Puerto Montt campus. The activity took place at the Faculty of Sciences and Nature on the Pelluco Campus and aimed to enrich initial teacher training with direct experiences related to aquatic ecosystems, their functioning, and their relevance to the Los Lagos Region. The invitation was extended...

The National Fisheries and Aquaculture Service (Sernapesca) hosted a comprehensive day of analysis and discussion this Friday as part of World Aquaculture Day. The event, organized by the Aquaculture Working Group of the National Oceanographic Committee (CONA) with support from Sernapesca, brought together representatives from the public sector and specialists in aquaculture in Chile. The day included welcoming remarks from the president of the CONA Aquaculture Working Group, Marcelo Campos Larraín, and the CONA executive secretary, Juan Cuneo Arenaldi,...

The Mussel Larval Monitoring Program of the Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) actively participated in the 10th Seminar on Research and Innovation Applied to Mussel Farming (SIIAM), held on November 27 at the CEDUC UCN-Castro facilities. The event brought together leading researchers, academics, and representatives from the production sector, solidifying its position as a key forum for the exchange of scientific knowledge and collaboration with the mussel farming industry. In this context, Dr. Cristian Segura Rivera, a researcher at IFOP,...

 The Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Korean Maritime Institute (KMI), marking a significant step in strengthening international scientific cooperation. Scientific Exchange and Collaboration The meeting focused on the exchange of knowledge about the jumbo squid (Dosidicus gigas) fishery. Chilean and Korean researchers discussed relevant topics such as catch volumes and the current stock status of this resource, a species of high commercial and ecological interest to both countries. IFOP was represented by experts from...

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At the facilities of the Fisheries Development Institute, Talcahuano Headquarters, the Second Workshop of the Benthic Fisheries Monitoring Project (PSPB) was held between November 17 and 20, which included the presence of Scientific Observers from the regions of O’Higgins, Biobío and Los Ríos. This instance was intended to address four topics: Learn about the general functioning of the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Service (Sernapesca) and its work within the framework of the Bivalve Mollusk Sanitary Program (PSMB). Update the...

MSc. Karen Belmar Salinas was invited to participate in the APEC Workshop “Development and Application of Ex Post Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) Indicators for the Fisheries Management of Jack Mackerel and Giant Squid in APEC Economies.” This project is implemented by the Ministry of Production (PRODUCE) of Peru. The event took place on November 13 and 14 in Lima, and included the participation of delegations from Peru, Chile, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, and China. The researcher gave two presentations: “Monitoring...

On November 13, the scientific vessel Abate Molina set sail from the Port of Valparaíso to investigate the current state of the anchovy population. The overall objective of the research cruise, led by fisheries engineer Francisco Leiva, is to conduct a coastal hydroacoustic survey in the Atacama Region to assess the anchovy stock present in the study area. The vessel is captained by Takashi Abe, and the crew includes professionals, technicians, and the Abate Molina’s crew.

The agreement includes the exchange of scientific and technical information, improvements to monitoring systems, the creation of a permanent technical working group, and the implementation of training programs to strengthen environmental oversight of aquaculture in Chile. The Superintendency of the Environment (SMA) and the Fisheries Development Institute (IFOP) signed a collaboration agreement aimed at strengthening environmental oversight of the aquaculture sector in Chile through the use of high-quality scientific information and the development of joint technical capabilities. IFOP is...

In October and November, training sessions on the Use of Fire Extinguishers and First Response to Health Emergencies were held for the crews of the research vessels Abate Molina and Dra. Barbieri. The activity was carried out in coordination between the Risk Prevention Area of ​​the Human Resources Department of IFOP (the Fisheries Development Institute) and the Chilean Safety Association (ACHS), as part of the ongoing effort to strengthen preventive and emergency response skills. During the sessions, participants received...

The workshop “Seabirds and Fisheries,” organized by BirdLife International’s Marine Programme, was held at the Hotel Faro Azul, located in the Cerro Alegre neighborhood of Valparaíso. The workshop aimed to review progress and work undertaken to reduce interactions between seabirds and fishing operations, as well as the status of conservation efforts at breeding sites for key species such as the albatrosses of southern Chile. During the event, participants exchanged experiences, knowledge, and proposals, fostering a collaborative approach among public...