A group of canned sardine manufacturers on Thursday said that the public will have a new burden to bear should the Department of Trade and Industry allow a price adjustment to canned sardines in the market. In a radio interview, Canned Sardines Association of the Philippines executive director Francisco “Bombit” Buencamino said they were clamoring for a 3 to 4 percent price adjustment due to fluctuating fuel prices. This comes as DTI Consumer Protection Group Undersecretary Ruth Castelo said manufacturers of processed milk, coffee, instant noodles, bread, candles and detergent soap were also seeking price adjustments.

Ayeng, R. (2023, January 20). Canned sardines price adjustment sought. Daily Tribune, p. A3.