PhilFIDA’s newly appointed Executive Director, Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza, convened with industry stakeholders on January 17, 2025, to discuss plans and initiatives for advancing the Philippine natural fiber industry. The meeting provided a collaborative platform for stakeholders to formulate resolutions addressing the challenges within the sector. Through insightful discussions and the exchange of expertise, stakeholders continue reading : PhilFIDA Executive Director Meets with Industry Stakeholders
Philippine Tropical Fabric Month: Celebrating Local Fibers
Philippine Tropical Fabric Month: Celebrating Local Fibers Did you know that Philippine Tropical Fabrics (PTFs) are made from blends of natural fibers like abaca, pineapple, banana, and silk? These fibers are processed into textile in a commercial basis that can be available in an affordable price. These fibers are not only sustainable but also a continue reading : Philippine Tropical Fabric Month: Celebrating Local Fibers
PhilFIDA Welcomes New Executive Director
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) warmly welcomes Usec. Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza as our new Executive Director! Under his leadership, we look forward to innovative solutions, stronger collaborations, and continued progress toward uplifting the Philippine natural fiber sector. Join us in extending our heartfelt congratulations and support as we embark on this exciting continue reading : PhilFIDA Welcomes New Executive Director
Fiber Industry Stakeholders Collaborate for Regional Growth at 2024 Forum in Negros Oriental
The 2024 Fiber Industry Stakeholders Forum, organized by the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) Regional Office VII, took place on September 19, 2024, in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental. The event brought together 50 participants from local government units, farmers, traders, private sectors, and national agencies. The forum focused on presenting the current status of continue reading : Fiber Industry Stakeholders Collaborate for Regional Growth at 2024 Forum in Negros Oriental
PhilFIDA Hosts Stakeholders’ Forum Towards a Stronger Fiber Industry in South Cotabato
The Fibercrops Stakeholders’ Forum, held at the Provincial Nursery Conference Hall in Brgy. Reyes, Banga, South Cotabato, brought together key players from the abaca, cotton, and pineapple industries in Region XII. In collaboration with the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of South Cotabato, the event attracted 28 abaca farmers, traders, Grading Baling Establishments (GBEs), and continue reading : PhilFIDA Hosts Stakeholders’ Forum Towards a Stronger Fiber Industry in South Cotabato
PhilFIDA Conducts Abaca Stakeholders’ Forum to Address Industry Challenges in Butuan City
On September 19, 2024, the Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority Regional Office XII (PhilFIDA RO XIII) organized an Abaca Stakeholders’ Forum in Butuan City. The event gathered farmers, fiber traders, and local government representatives from Surigao del Norte, Agusan del Norte, Agusan del Sur, and Surigao del Sur to discuss issues affecting the abaca industry continue reading : PhilFIDA Conducts Abaca Stakeholders’ Forum to Address Industry Challenges in Butuan City
PhilFIDA’s Training on MASK Operation and Maintenance & Fiber Grading and Classification in Bontoc, Southern Leyte
PhilFIDA Region Office VIII (PhilFIDA RO VIII), in collaboration with the local government of Bontoc, Southern Leyte, successfully conducted a two-day training on September 18-19, 2024, in Barangays Hilaan and San Vicente. The event focused on the operation and maintenance of the Modified Abaca Stripping Knife (MASK) and fiber grading and classification. Fifty (50) abaca continue reading : PhilFIDA’s Training on MASK Operation and Maintenance & Fiber Grading and Classification in Bontoc, Southern Leyte
PhilFIDA Conducts 3-Day LGU-Led Livelihood Training on Salago Handmade Paper Making in Siquijor
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority’s (PhilFIDA) Fiber Utilization and Technology Division (FUTD), led by Officer-in-Charge Ms. Concepcion D. Jocson, in partnership with PhilFIDA Regional Office VII and the Local Government Unit (LGU) of Maria, Siquijor, conducted a 3-day Livelihood Training on Salago Handmade Paper Making on September 3-5, 2024, at Mama Rose Agricultural Farm, continue reading : PhilFIDA Conducts 3-Day LGU-Led Livelihood Training on Salago Handmade Paper Making in Siquijor
Ilocos Norte Strengthens its Cotton Industry with PhilFIDA’s Turnover of the Processing and Weaving Facilities
The turnover ceremony for the Ilocos Cotton Processing Center (ICPC) and Weaving & Cotton Processing Center (WCPC) took place on September 5, 2024, in Lumbaan-Bicbica, Pinili, Ilocos Norte. The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA), represented by OIC-Executive Director Evelyn B. Cagasan, through the Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte officially handed over the facilities to continue reading : Ilocos Norte Strengthens its Cotton Industry with PhilFIDA’s Turnover of the Processing and Weaving Facilities
Turnover of PhilFIDA Cotton Processing Center through the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur (PGIS) to Suyo Multi-Purpose Cooperative (SMPC)
The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) officially turned over the Cotton Processing Center at the Ilocos Fiber Experiment Station in Labnig, San Juan, Ilocos Sur, to the Suyo Multipurpose Cooperative (SMPC) in a ceremony held on September 4, 2024. PhilFIDA was represented by OIC Executive Director Evelyn B. Cagasan, while Luzviminda L. Apuya, CEO continue reading : Turnover of PhilFIDA Cotton Processing Center through the Provincial Government of Ilocos Sur (PGIS) to Suyo Multi-Purpose Cooperative (SMPC)