The Western Mindanao Agriculture, Aquatic and Development Consortium (WESMAARRDEC) banners one of its most notable exploits for the sardine industry. The WESMAARRDEC's effort and that of its member agencies provide support to the goal of improving the supply chain of sardines in selected regions of the country. The joint effort primarily addresses the decline in sardine's production, coupled with overfishing which may jeopardize the industry's numerous beneficiaries not only in the Zamboanga Peninsula but also in the whole country.

Yap, J. P. Jr (2016, October 28). Sardine industry in the Philippines. Panay News Inc, p 12.