Canned sardines are a staple in almost every Filipino household’s kitchen due to their affordability and convenience. As they can be readily found in any grocery or the corner sari-sari store, canned sardines remain one of the most affordable and convenient options for a no frills Pinoy meal. Despite how quickly this basic commodity can be consumed, producing a single can takes a longer process and a ton more hard work than one would expect. From catching the sardines to ensuring their freshness while being transported to production plant for canning and distribution, producing this canned good is indeed a tedious process.

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