Barotac Nuevo Archives - Cultural Mapping of Panay and Guimaras

February 18, 2026

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Iloilo State University of Fisheries Science and Technology (ISUFST) was established in 1957 as the former Barotac Nuevo High School. It became the Iloilo State College of Fisheries in 1978, and later elevated as a university in 2023. The institution promotes collaborative scientific, technological, and research initiatives with local and international organizations specifically on fishery-related research and scientific findings. It is mandated to provide advanced education in fisheries technology and related fields, support national development, and conduct research and extension services. The university offers programs such as Bachelor of Science in Fishery Education, Bachelor of Science in Fisheries, Bachelor of ...

Significant Personalities

ELMER “LACKNET” BEDIA

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Elmer “Lacknet” Bedia, born in Barotac Nuevo in 1962, began playing football at a young age and rose to national fame by winning a major tournament at just 17. During the 1970s and 1980s, he became one of the top footballers in the Philippines, earning multiple “Mr. Football” awards and playing for the national team and Philippine Air Force squad. In 1986, he moved to Australia to pursue a professional football career and later became a coach while still supporting the development of football in the Philippines. He returned in 1991 to play for the national team in the Southeast ...

Significant Personalities

EMELIO “CHIEFFY” ASADA CALIGDONG

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Emilio “Chieffy” Asada Caligdon, born on September 28, 1982, is a celebrated football coach and former left winger who served as the captain of the Philippine National Team. Hailing from Barotac Nuevo, he began his football career in 2002 with Union Manila FC, and in 2004, he became a member of the Philippine Air Force Football Club. In the same year, he participated in the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Suzuki Cup and notably scored two goals against Timor Leste. In the 2011 Long Teng Cup, he scored a top score of four goals in the competition which earned him the ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL SANTO ROSARIO Y SANTO NIÑO HESUS SCULPTURE OF THE DAIRO FAMILY IN BAROTAC NUEVO

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The Nuestra Señora del Santo Rosario y Santo Niño Hesus is a 24-inch tall ivory and wood statue believed to be over 300 years old, currently cared for by the Dairo family. The statue, brought from Spain before 1710, became a central religious symbol in Barotac Nuevo and was key in the town’s establishment as a parish. It features detailed craftsmanship, with ivory heads and hands, and includes a smaller statue of the Santo Niño with abaca hair. The image plays a vital role during religious events like Flores de Mayo and Easter, where it symbolizes hope, unity, and devotion. ...

Religious Object, Tangible Movable Heritage

LINGGANAY SANG PAROKYA NI SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA SA BAROTAC NUEVO

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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The St. Anthony de Padua Church in Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, houses three historic bells (locally called Lingganay or Campana), dating from 1672, 1842, and 1968, all of which were donated by prominent town figures and reflect centuries of Catholic tradition. These bronze bells, adorned with Christian symbols and Spanish inscriptions, played vital roles in community life, marking the time, signaling Mass, and commemorating key life events like funerals and weddings. The bells prompt townspeople to pause for evening prayer (the Orasyon) and once served as a wake-up signal before modern clocks were common. Over time, exposure to the elements and ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage,

ALSA ALSA

Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, Tabuc-Suba

February 18, 2026

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Alsa-Alsa is a local practice in the fish market of Barangay Tabuc-suba, Barotac Nuevo, where part-time laborers earn by collecting small amounts of fish from each box they handle. These workers perform tasks like loading, unloading, weighing, and repacking fish, and instead of receiving wages, they are allowed to take some fish, which they later sell at lower prices. This system, called sakot, provides income ranging from ₱300 to over ₱2,000 a day depending on the volume and fish quality. The practice is passed down informally through experience and observation within the fish market. Alsa-Alsa strengthens social bonds among workers ...

Intangible Cultural Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship

TINALA NGA SISI

Barotac Nuevo, Guintas, Iloilo, Lanas, Palaciawan, Talisay, Tinorian

February 18, 2026

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Tinala nga sisi is a traditional practice of extracting the meat of the sisi (rock oysters) harvested from rocks during low-tides. These are then washed clean with seawater, then bottled in saltwater to maintain its freshness. These are sold immediately or cooked within the day to prevent spoilage. Tinala nga sisi is very affordable and sells out almost everyday, providing stable income for families engaging in this activity. However, fluctuating market demand as well as competition from other seafood options affect the practice as sisi has a very short shelf life. Pollution and habitat destruction also have adverse effects on ...

Animals (Fauna), Natural Heritage

KALAMPAY

Barotac Nuevo, Guintas, Iloilo

February 18, 2026

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Kalampay, also known as talangka or river crab, is a small native crab found in muddy riverbanks and coastal areas, especially in Barangay Guintas, Barotac Nuevo. It has a square-shaped shell, dark green or brown color, and large claws used for feeding and defense, with the female’s abdomen used to carry eggs. Kalampay is caught year-round and is commonly gathered at night by hand using a traditional method called panulo. Though smaller than other crabs, it is a popular, affordable food in the community and is often sold cooked or fried whole as crablets. Catching kalampay is part of local ...

ILOILO STATE UNIVERSITY OF FISHERIES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

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