BFS-001 · BFS-002 · BFS-003 · BFS-004 · BFS-005 · April 2026

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Bulacan, Philippines · Remote Owner: Gary · Managers: Aaron & Sean

Method Verdict: NET CAGE CULTURE — GO
Live Reports
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Live · Site Visit
Bangus Site Visit Log
Live site visit reports, pond inspection notes, and field updates from Aaron & Sean.
Strategy & Research
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BFS-005 v2 · Paombong · Multi-Density · May 2026
Paombong 6ha Pond — Multi-Density Model
3 stocking scenarios: 40k (conservative), 50k (recommended), 60k (aggressive). Expandable nursery, interior pond storm protection. Full P&L, sensitivity tables, risk register, staged A/B test strategy for Cycle 1.
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BFS-005 v1 · Archived · Replaced by v2
Paombong Pond — Original Model (30k)
Original single-scenario model with 30k fingerlings/box. Archived — see BFS-005 v2 for updated multi-density analysis.
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BFS-004 · Fish Pond v2 (Replaces BFS-003)
Fish Pond Feasibility Study v2
Updated: confirmed ₱2M budget, ₱150K payroll, Tateh stage-specific FCR, equipment costs, fry vs fingerling decision table, 2-year lease analysis. Semi-intensive & intensive only. 4 financial scenarios.
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BFS-003 · Fish Pond Deep Dive
Fish Pond Method Feasibility
Traditional vs. semi-intensive vs. intensive pond culture — 1ha / 2ha / 5ha scenarios, Tate & Grobest feed comparison, nursery setup, stocking density analysis. Verdict: Semi-intensive 2ha at Year 2.
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BFS-002 · Method Analysis
Farming Method Comparison
Cage vs. pond (pilapil) vs. semi-intensive — full cost analysis, P&L, location scores, and YouTube farmer evidence. Verdict: 4 net cages.
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Phase 1 · Feasibility
Bangus Feasibility Study
Full go/no-go assessment. Lean Canvas, 3-scenario financial model, risk matrix, and 12-month launch roadmap.
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Phase 3 · Suppliers
Fingerling & Feed Suppliers
BFAR-accredited hatcheries, feed brands (Vitarich, Grobest), dealers near Hagonoy, price index, and red flags.
Legal & Site
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BFS-006 · Paombong · Ocular & Lease Day · May 5
Ocular Inspection & Lease Field Guide
One-day action guide for Rain. Inspection checklists (dikes, gates, pond bottom, infra), repair cost anchor table, negotiation playbook with Tagalog scripts, legal doc checklist, payment guide (UnionBank), barangay hall script for Ruping, pocket card, and timeline.
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Phase 2 · Legal
Legal Permits & Compliance
SEC/OPC registration, BFAR, LGU, BIR, DENR ECC, SSS/PhilHealth/Pag-IBIG, SPA apostille, and CRA Canada notes.
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Phase 2 · Site
Site Scouting & Pond Lease
Where to find ponds in Bulacan, inspection checklist for Aaron & Sean, lease negotiation guide, and remote decision scoring matrix.
Operations & People
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Phase 1 · People
Farm Manager Hiring Playbook
Job description, compensation structure, interview questions, skills test, reference check script, and remote oversight system.
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Phase 3 · Operations
Farm Setup & First Stocking
Pond prep checklist, infrastructure list, equipment shopping list, stocking day protocol, grow-out calendar, and budget breakdown.
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Phase 3 · Operations
Farm Operations Manual
Daily/weekly schedules, feeding protocols, water quality checks, emergency contacts, reporting templates, and the three rules Aaron & Sean live by.