The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) signed Monday a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with the Canned Sardines Association of the Philippines (CSAP) to help local fishers and ensure a stable supply of canned sardines. This came after BFAR’s consultation meeting with stakeholders, where several concerns were raised, including the looming canned sardines shortage. At a press briefing, BFAR Officer-in-Charge Demosthenes Escoto said the MOA intends to provide free training to fisherfolk in the country’s municipal waters.

BFAR, sardines makers agree to help fishers, ensure stable supply. (2022, October 26). SunStar Davao, p. 5.