PhilFIDA Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza and his team dropped by Shelmed Cottage Treasures in Bagumbayan, Daraga, Albay. Owners Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon and Mediatrix Villanueva warmly welcomed the team and provided a guided tour of their factory and workspace. Shelmed Cottage Treasures is renowned for its export-quality abaca products, including lampshades, bags, placemats, and continue reading : PhilFIDA Explores Shelmed Cottage Treasures to Support Export Quality Abaca Products

Continuing his efforts to bolster the abaca industry in Albay, PhilFIDA Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza and his team paid a courtesy call to Simor Abaca Products, Inc. in Cabangan, Camalig, Albay. Welcomed by Factory Manager Mr. Ronnie Miranda, the team gained valuable insights into the company’s high-quality abaca wall covers and rugs. Simor Abaca continue reading : PhilFIDA Connects with Simor Abaca Products to Explore Premium Abaca Materials

Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza with OIC-Regional Director Mary Anne Molina, explored Natural Carpet Industry (NCI) in Sumlang, Albay. This engagement aimed to strengthen partnerships with abaca processors and explore innovative products that enhance the abaca value chain. Ms. Mary Faith Barrameda, NCI’s focal person for abaca products, continue reading : PhilFIDA Visits Natural Carpet Industry to Promote Abaca Innovation

PhilFIDA Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza led a technical visit to the Sorsogon Fiber Experiment Station (SFES) in San Juan, Casiguran, Sorsogon. Accompanied by his team, the visit aimed to assess fiber extraction techniques and evaluate ongoing research initiatives. Mr. Abmer O. Patricio, SFES In-Charge, facilitated the demonstration of abaca fiber extraction methods. ED continue reading : PhilFIDA Assesses Fiber Extraction Technologies at Sorsogon Fiber Experiment Station

In line with ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration with local and international government agencies, a significant meeting occurred on March 25, 2025, at the FPUL, Visayas Avenue, Quezon City. The meeting brought together representatives from the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), led by Country Director Mr. Ibrahim Katirci and Mr. Kyle Christian Manejero, and continue reading : PhilFIDA and TIKA Collaborate to Enhance Abaca Fiber Quality through Mechanization

PhilFIDA conducted a site visit to Panique, Caramoran, Catanduanes, to assess the implementation of the Abaca Tuxy-Buying Project (ATBSP). The team was received by CAFPCO Vice Chairman Bernardo Salvidar, the Board of Directors and members, and IFED Coordinator Melanie B. Patricio. During the visit, they inspected the facility and the abaca stripping machines installed in continue reading : PhilFIDA Conducts Site Visit of the Abaca Tuxy-Buying Project (ATBSP) in Panique, Caramoran

Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) Executive Director Arnold “Ali” Atienza with OIC-Regional Director Mary Anne Molina held a courtesy visit to Governor Hon. Joseph C. Cua at the Provincial Government of Catanduanes to discuss strategic initiatives for the abaca industry. The discussions focused on mechanization improvements for fiber extraction, aiming to enhance fiber quality continue reading : PhilFIDA and Provincial Government of Catanduanes Explore Innovations for Abaca Industry

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) with ED Ali Atienza visited Manila Hemp Trading (MHT), a PhilFIDA-licensed GBE in Capilihan, Virac, Catanduanes. They were warmly received by MHT Manager Jasper Cua and Operational Manager Carmelo Abundo. The discussion focused on the various grades of abaca fiber produced in the province, quality assessment practices, and continue reading : PhilFIDA Visits Manila Hemp Trading in Virac, Catanduanes

Pursuant to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to advance fiber sector research, production, and education while seizing new growth opportunities, the National Museum of the Philippines-Bicol (NMP-Bicol) and the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority Regional Office V supervised by OIC-Regional Director Mary Anne Molina conducted a two-day Abaca Processing and Weaving Lecture, Demonstration, and continue reading : PhilFIDA & NMP-Bicol Collaborates to Preserve and Sustain the Art of Abaca Weaving

Pursuant to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to advance fiber sector research, production, and education while seizing new growth opportunities, PhilFIDA continues to strengthen its commitment to industry and academic collaboration. In line with this, PhilFIDA with Executive Director Arnold “Ali” Atienza and OIC-Regional Director Mary Anne Molina visited Catanduanes State University (CatSU) and continue reading : PhilFIDA Reinforces Commitment to Education and Sustainable Fiber Development with CatSU