Laguna, Philippines—This month, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues its mission of empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and protecting consumer rights through a series of significant initiatives that took place across the province.
Leading the line-ups of projects, the Kadiwa ng Pangulo program was launched to reinforce the DTI’s commitment to supporting local businesses, ensuring fair trade practices, and providing economic opportunities for entrepreneurs and consumers.
The program commenced on February 15 in San Pedro City. Along with DTI, other national government agencies, such as the Department of Agriculture, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Labor and Employment, and Department of the Interior and Local Government, collaborated with the local government to promote the farm-to-consumer initiative.
The program aimed to provide Filipino consumers with affordable, high-quality agricultural products directly from local farmers. It also supported MSMEs by connecting them with manufacturers, cooperatives, and other players in the agricultural sector.
This initiative brought together 20 government-assisted local businesses from the CALABARZON region, offering various food and non-food products. This gave San Pedro residents access to affordable basic necessities and also empowered MSMEs by creating market opportunities, eliminating middlemen, and directly linking them with consumers.
Following this, the DTI office in Laguna, in partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), launched the “Timbangan ng Bayan” project in Pakil, Laguna on February 18. The initiative aims to uphold consumer rights and promote fair trade practices by providing public markets with accessible and accurate weighing scales. These scales allow consumers to verify product weights, ensuring that buyers receive fair value for their purchases.
Held at the New Government Center in Pakil, the launch featured key representatives from the DTI-Laguna and the local government, all expressing their commitment to fostering transparency and protecting consumers from unfair business practices. The project primarily targets 4th, 5th, and 6th class municipalities, reinforcing DTI’s dedication to ensuring ethical trading standards in local markets.
On February19, the DTI-Laguna partnered with the CARD-MRI Development Institute, Inc. (CMDI) to conduct the first livelihood training program of the year in Bay, Laguna. Titled “Business Compliance and Workplace Efficiency: Registration, Licensing, and 6S,” the seminar gathered over 30 micro-entrepreneurs from CALABARZON, providing them with essential knowledge on business registration and licensing procedures, with a focus on the benefits of formal business registration.
The training also introduced the 6S methodology—Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, and Safety—which promotes workplace organization, efficiency, and safety. By adopting these practices, entrepreneurs can improve productivity, foster a healthier work environment, and increase overall business profitability.
Through these impactful initiatives, DTI-Laguna remains steadfast in its mission to empower MSMEs, promote fair business practices, and support economic growth in local communities. By strengthening market access, encouraging proper business practices, and safeguarding consumer rights, the DTI-Laguna continues to drive inclusive growth and foster a thriving entrepreneurial environment across the province.
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