Fish catch in Guimaras decreased by 29.6 percent from 7,844.53 metric tons in 2021 to 5,517 metric tons in 2022, as reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). According to Provincial Statistics Officer Nelida B. Losare, Guimaras’ fish yield weakened due to low productivity in aquaculture and municipal fishing industry lack of commercial fishing in Guimaras province.

Guimaras' fish yield down by 29.67% in 2022. (2023, May 2). Daily Guardian, p. 6.