LMG Food Products Corporation, owned and managed by Lilia Malinao – Galang, is a true testament to the Filipino spirit of resilience, entrepreneurship, and love for the homeland. Galang, who served as an Overseas Filipino Worker for 15 years in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, decided to leave behind career overseas and ventured into agri-business upon her continue reading : From OFW to Agri-Entrepreneur: The success story of LMG Food Products from Marinduque
The public market in the City of Santa Rosa faced a significant setback following the fire incident in 2022, impacting numerous small-scale entrepreneurs. However, adversity did not extinguish their entrepreneurial spirit; instead, it ignited a determination to rebuild and forge a brighter path ahead. With the assistance of various government initiatives, many of these resilient continue reading : Cathy’s Variety Store: Small Beginnings, Big Success
Kendra’s has carved a place for itself, redefining the gastronomic experience with its delectable and health-focused products. Led by Wenilyn Larua and her strong commitment to quality and wellness, Kendra’s has become renowned for its peanut butter, coco jam, and turmeric powdered drink, enriched with the flavors of ginger, honey, and lemongrass. Kendra’s has indeed continue reading : Kendra’s: Gastronomic Journey to Taste and Wellness
Marife Manito, the visionary behind Donfin Wine & Fruit Preserves, is guided by a profound desire to extend a helping hand to others while enhancing the well-being of the community. With a deep commitment to uniting people with the bounties of nature and connecting them to the divine, Donfin Wines has emerged as a beacon continue reading : Donfin Wine Preserves: A Toast to Health and Community Connection
In the heart of Bintakay, Mogpog, Marinduque, a group of talented women come together as the Bintakay Nito Weavers Association (BINWA) headed by Cristina Genotiva, to weave intricate designs and create beautiful handmade items using a unique material – the vine/twigs from an endemic plant called Nito. These skilled artisans have mastered the art of continue reading : BINWA Weavers: Preserving Tradition and Empowering Women
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 Filipino craftsmanship and dedication to continue reading : Heart of Islands: Where Quality Natural Tea Meets Filipino Craftsmanship
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 captive breeding of butterflies, setting continue reading : ALH Enterprise: Transforming butterfly convergence into economic success through the academe
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 to earn. Selling their tiger continue reading : Luway Legacy: Odiongan’s Tiger Grass Artisans Triumph Over Adversity, Crafting a Prosperous Future
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. This is the inspiring story continue reading : Unbreakable Threads: The Inspiring Journey of San Jose Market Vendors Multi-Purpose Cooperative
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 favorite destination for those seeking continue reading : Moving Beyond Sustainable and Responsible Tourism: The Story of Magsaysay Hillside Resort