Composite graphic for the DTI Northern Samar's Filipino Food Month Trade Fair: Top half shows a crowd scene overlaid with text "Filipino Food Month Trade Fair in Catarman Culminates with PhP 723,358 in Sales". Bottom half shows a group photo including an exhibitor holding an award certificate. DTI logo is visible.

Northern Samar, Philippines—The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) successfully concluded a four-day Filipino Food Month Trade Fair in Catarman on April 6, generating a total of PHP 723,358 in cash and booked sales.

Themed “Sarap ng Pagkaing Pilipino: Yaman ng Kasaysayan, Kultura at Pagkatao,” the fair provided a significant platform for local food processors to showcase their products and connect with potential buyers.

Daryl Jean Pili Nuts received the Best Seller Award, recognizing their outstanding sales performance during the fair. All participating exhibitors were also acknowledged for their valuable contribution to the success of the fair. 

In her closing message, DTI Northern Samar Provincial Director Mimosa Regis congratulated the exhibitors for their achievements. She also encouraged them to continuously improve their productivity and reiterated the importance of securing Food and Drug Administration (FDA) License to Operate (LTO) and Certificate of Product Registration (CPR) to expand their market reach beyond the province.

The FDA-LTO and CPR are essential requirements for food products to be displayed in established supermarkets and groceries, as well as for exploring export markets.

The trade fair served as a significant platform for local food processors to promote their products, exchange insights, and build connections, contributing to the sustained growth and development of Northern Samar’s food industry. ♦

Date of Release: 12 April 2025

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