GET TO KNOW DTI- MIMAROPA Region
DTI-Region 4B or MIMAROPA is composed of the provinces of Mindoro (Occidental and Oriental), Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan. There are two cities—Calapan and Puerto Princesa—and 71 municipalities in the entire region.
MIMAROPA is envisioned as the food basket for the country and a haven for tourism, industry, and technology. It is dubbed as the “Treasure Trove of Southern Luzon.” and is known for its marble products, handicrafts made from indigenous materials, and fruits such as bananas, cashew, and mangoes.
NEWSSUCCESS STORIES
The Provincial Government, in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Occidental Mindoro, celebrated this year's MSME Week from July 1 to July 4. In line with the national theme "Innovate to Elevate: Empowering MSMEs for Sustainable Growth," the event focused on fostering innovation and collaboration, aiming to strengthen
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – MIMAROPA is searching for the Most Consumer-Friendly Market across the region to ensure that consumers' rights and responsibilities are upheld. Known as Pamilihang Bayan ng Bidang Mamimili (PBBM), DTI MIMAROPA recognizes local government units (LGUs) with public markets or palengke that
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Around 80 sari-sari store (SSS) owners from Puerto Princesa City, Calapan City, and across the province of Marinduque join the first module of the Tindahan Mo, e-Level Up Mo: e-Level Up ang Negosyo on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. With a focus on digital solutions for micro entrepreneurs, the participants learned
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BOAC, MARINDUQUE - The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Marinduque Provincial Office conducted the “Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Point (HACCP) Seminar & Writeshop” on May 6-8, 2024 at the DTI Marinduque Negosyo Konsyumer Training Center in Isok I, Boac, Marinduque. The event saw active participation from 24 food
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NARRA, PALAWAN - Continuing its pivotal initiatives to onboard Palawan’s CARPreneurs in digital marketing platforms, an interactive learning session on the Essentials of Digital Marketing and Promotional Strategies was conducted by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Palawan through the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) on April 30, 2024, at
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ABORLAN, PALAWAN -- In line with the government's efforts to promote and ensure food safety in the country, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Palawan through the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) organized a one-day Food Safety Management Seminar for the Aborlan Rainbow Marketing Cooperative on May 06, 2024, in Barangay Iraan, Aborlan, Palawan.
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SAN JOSE, OCCIDENTAL MINDORO – Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) joined one of the largest service caravans in the country through the Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair in Occidental Mindoro on 23 April 2024. Five (5) micro, small, and medium enterprises were awarded with brand development packages worth P50,000.00. The
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MAKATI CITY - The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) MIMAROPA welcomed 44 new mentees to the first batch of its Kapatid Mentor ME-MME (KMME-MME) 2024 online program. This run of the KMME-MME program prioritized existing and potential clients of the Small Business Corporation. DTI Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
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MAKATI CITY -- Around 20 women-led enterprises from Occidental and Oriental Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan came together in Makati City, for a one-day TikTok Content Creation Workshop organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) MIMAROPA and Dentsu Creative Philippines- a global creative digital agency. The lineup of
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) - MIMAROPA, in partnership with Havas Ortega (an award-winning communications agency in the Philippines), organized a virtual information session on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for consumers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on Friday, March 15, 2024. The activity is part of the
Read more. Heart of Islands (HOI), a haven for connoisseurs of exquisite natural tea products, embody the rich flavors and vibrant spirit of the Philippines. Located in the picturesque town of Buenavista, Heart of Islands is a treasure trove of wellness, offering a range of tea products that are a testament to
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Tropical Papilionidae is a remarkable enterprise who has not only built a successful business venture but has also empowered communities through butterfly conservation. Starting with only Php 15,000.00 as initial capital in 2007, over the years, they have achieved tremendous growth and success. To date, Tropical Papilionidae has gained an
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In the heart of Cawit in Boac, Marinduque, a remarkable enterprise was born in 1965. Romeo Mangaring Lumawig, a renowned lepidopterist saw the untapped potential of butterfly handcrafting and set out to create a unique industry. His dedication to building the most significant butterfly collection in the Philippines pioneered the
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In 2013, a community tiger grass farm, also known as Luway, emerged in the hilly area of Odiongan in Sitio Silangan, Barangay Pato-o. Fast forward to 2020, the world was going through tough times because of COVID-19. The people in Pato-o saw they had to think up a different way
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Nestled in the humble town of Amoingon, Boac, Marinduque, lies a hidden gem known as Marl Insects and Butterfly Garden. This enchanting sanctuary owes its existence to the passion and dedication of its owner, Leodegario Layron. For over three decades, Layron has immersed himself in the captivating world of butterflies,
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In the bustling heart of San Jose Public Market in Occidental Mindoro, a group of determined market vendors embarked on a transformative journey, one that would not only liberate them from the grip of predatory 5-6 lending schemes but also empower them to forge a brighter future for their families.
Read more. Nestled on a hilltop in the southernmost town of Occidental Mindoro, there is a hidden gem that has been drawing both locals and tourists. This gem is the Magsaysay Hillside Resort, a serene getaway located at Poblacion, Magsaysay that has become an essential part of the town's economy and a
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In a remarkable journey of passion and dedication, a local artist in Occidental Mindoro has been making waves with his artwork. Meet Ruben “Nonoy” Casuncad of Ligad Arts and Crafts, a talented sculptor and painter whose work draws inspiration from the rich and diverse cultural heritage of the Mangyan, an
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While the island of Palawan is consistently featured for its pristine white beaches and other wildlife biodiversity, this archipelago province is brimming with robust grounds for farming. In Narra, Palawan, a first-class municipality south of the center of the province, a major livelihood activity is rice farming and production. The
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More than its crystal-clear blue waters and protected wildlife parks, the municipality of Busuanga in the northern part of Palawan is home to a community of skilled women weavers. When Super Typhoon Yolanda hit the province of Palawan in 2013, Maribel Grezo of the Bambuhay Handicrafts turned to bamboo for
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