The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) with Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza conducted a site inspection of the Weaving and Processing Center in Sitio Sta. Margarita, Brgy. Munting Tubig, Ibaan, Batangas to monitor the status of the project launched on 31 October 2024. This center is a key initiative in collaboration with the continue reading : Ongoing Progress: Ibaan Weaving and Processing Center

Ngayong Mayo, ipinagdiriwang natin ang Buwan ng Magsasaka at Mangingisda na may temang: “𝙈𝙖𝙠𝙖𝙗𝙖𝙜𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙖𝙜𝙨𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙠𝙖 𝙖𝙩 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙙𝙖, 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙞 𝙨𝙖 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝘽𝙖𝙜𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙨.” Saludo kami sa inyong walang sawang dedikasyon sa pagsiguro ng sapat at masaganang pagkain para sa bawat Pilipino. Sama-sama tayong magtaguyod ng makabago at mas progesibong sektor ng agrikultura at pangingisda! Kasabay nito, binibigyang-pugay natin continue reading : Buwan ng Magsasaka at Mangingisda 2025

The Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority (PhilFIDA) continues to strengthen its collaboration with local and international government agencies to advance the country’s fiber industry. By fostering partnerships with national agencies, local government units, research institutions, and global organizations, PhilFIDA aims to enhance fiber production, processing technologies, and market opportunities. These collaborations focus on capacity-building, technology continue reading : PhilFIDA Continues Collaboration and Partnerships for the Development of the Philippine Fiber Industry

PhilFIDA Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza and the PhilFIDA team visited Fu Dalu Agricultural Products Trading, a licensed Class A abaca trader based in Sta. Filomena, Iligan City. The visit aimed to strengthen relationships with abaca traders and gain valuable insights into their operations. Manager Robert Garces shared how Fu Dalu works closely with continue reading : PhilFIDA Explores Abaca Innovations in Visit to Fu Dalu Trading

PhilFIDA Executive Director Arnold “Ali” I. Atienza, with Regional Director Eugene Galela, led a team visit to Newtech Pulp Inc. (NPI) in Balo-I, Lanao del Norte, in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to advance fiber sector research, production, and education while seizing new growth opportunities. Discussions centered on the closure of NPI’s continue reading : PhilFIDA Engages with NPI on Abaca Market Challenges and Future Demand

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