A biotechnology laboratory r=that will address the need for advanced aquaculture technology is Southeast Asian has been envisioned to be established here. Negotiations are under way for the setting up of the laboratory at the Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC AQD) based in this seaside town situated 24 kilometers west of Iloilo City. The Department of Agriculture (DA) is the proponent and recipient of the laboratory but the facility will be located at SEAFDEC AQD, which will host and operate it in collaboration with the DA-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR).

Fernandez, R. A. (2001, May 6). SEA biotech lab to be set up at SEAFDEC AQD. The Philippine Star p. 24.