Furthermore, 85% of the respondents experienced decreasing catch rate over the years as reflected on their sensitivity score.According to statistics, the volume of tuna production in GeneralSantos decreased by 15% from 2008 to 2012 (Bureau of Agricultural
Statistics (BAS), 2012). The majority of local fishers greatly depend on the tuna industry for their livelihood; only 8% ofthe respondents have alternative livelihoods and other sources of income.