Some 41 scientists as well as researchers who initiated the protest-rally against the administration of Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center-Aquaculture Department (SEAFDEC-AQD) chief Dr. Rolando Platon questioned the operation of the Hala-Hala hatchery in Rizal, Manila. They also questioned the status of Aquaculture-Based Countryside Development Enterprise (ABCDE) Foundation.

Basco, L. G. (2003, November 28 - December 4). Protesters question 2 SEAFDEC projects. The News Today, pp. 1, 12.