FISH INFORMATION SYSTEM  HARNESSING CATCH OBSERVATION REPORT AND  EVALUATION FOR LGU BUGUEY-AGRICULTURE  AND FISHERIES SERVICES OFFICE  (FISHCORE) : FISH INFORMATION SYSTEM  HARNESSING CATCH OBSERVATION REPORT AND  EVALUATION FOR LGU BUGUEY-AGRICULTURE  AND FISHERIES SERVICES OFFICE  (FISHCORE)

FELIX LAUDIMER PERIA

doi:10.55687/ste.v5i3.598

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FELIX LAUDIMER PERIA CAGAYAN STATE UNIVERSITY

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55687/ste.v5i3.598

Abstract

In many Philippine communities, coastal fisheries play an essential role in sustaining local economies and ensuring food security. This is particularly evident in the Municipality of Buguey, Cagayan, where fishing remains a primary source of livelihood due to its strategic coastal location. While accurate and timely data are crucial for effective fisheries management and sustainable resource utilization, the monitoring of catch and harvest activities in the area still largely depends on manual methods such as handwritten logs and verbal reporting. This study addressed this need by designing and developing the Fish Information System Harnessing Catch Observation Report and Evaluation for LGU Buguey–Agriculture and Fisheries Services Office (FISHCORE).

The study aimed to design and develop effectiveness and acceptability of a web-based system capable of providing real-time monitoring, digital record-keeping involved creating an integrated weighing and reporting system. It provides real-time monitoring and data-driven insights to support fisheries management. The system was evaluated using ISO 25010:2023 standards and the UTAUT2 model, with results indicating high levels of functionality, security, effectiveness, and user acceptance among stakeholders.The evaluation results revealed that FISHCORE achieved a weighted mean score of 4.44, interpreted as Highly Extent, indicating excellent functional performance and effectiveness as assessed by IT experts and fisherfolk. The system also obtained a rating of 3.50 (Fully Compliant) in the IEC 61010 Hardware Safety Assessment, demonstrating safe and reliable operation when weighing loads of up to 300 kilograms. The findings confirmed that FISHCORE effectively integrates automated weighing and digital data collection, improving the accuracy of fisheries records and supporting data-driven decision-making.

Keywords: fisheries monitoring, web-based analytics, Catch observation, fish information system, IoT integration, ISO 25010, UTAUT

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FISH INFORMATION SYSTEM HARNESSING CATCH OBSERVATION REPORT AND EVALUATION FOR LGU BUGUEY-AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES SERVICES OFFICE (FISHCORE)