November 2015

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DTI Central Visayas Performance Magazine

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DTI Central Visayas

ovember unfurled with more enterprising

individuals availing of the services offered by
Negosyo Centers in Region 7.
With many already established nationwide, the DTI has
been continually encouraging Micro, Small and Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs) in Central Visayas , particularly
those aspiring to open a business, to take advantage of
the services offered by Negosyo Centers.
As DTI RO7 continues to extend its full assistance in the
transition of the Negros Island Region (NIR), DTI7 RD
and NIR Interim RD Asteria Caberte participated in the
planning session of the regions SME Development Council. This is part of the transition measure in time for the
opening of the NIR in 2016.
Meanwhile, DTi7 regional staff visited the provincial offices for the Provincial Performance Review of Catch-up
Plans to ensure that regional targets are met.
Consumer advisories were once again released reminding the public to buy only Christmas lights and firecrackers certified by the Bureau of Philippine Standards

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INSIDE:

DTI fortifies Negosyo

Center frontline
services
DTI Cebu holds
Cacao Industry
techno-investment
forum
ProGED, HRRACI &
DTI conduct
seminar on Energy
Management
System for hotels
in Cebu
DTI warns
consumers to be
wary when buying
firecrackers

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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), led by DTI R7 RD also concurrent NIR RD Asteria Cabarte and
DILG R6 RD Anthony Nuyda, opened the 3rd Negosyo Center in Negros Occidental in Sagay City on October
21. Also present during the event were the Sangguniang Panlungsod Members and Department Heads of Sagay City, DTI PD of Negros Oriental Javier Fortunato Jr., OIC-RD of DTI Region 6 Rebecca Rascon, Ms. Evelyn Fabian of DTI-R7, Ms. Gerin Vergara of DTI-Negros Occidental, Ms. Joy Meredith Madayag of DILG and
Mr. Willy Lobaton from Small Business Corporation. Director Caberte later made a courtesy call to Provincial
Governor Alfredo G. Maranon, Jr. and conducted the Oath Taking of officers and members of the Sagay City
MSMED Council.

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News Bites

With the growing demand for the raw material

and its potential for job creation, the Department
of Trade and Industry is supporting the revitalization of the local Cacao Industry.
On November 17, the DTI held a Cacao Industry
Techno-Investment Forum at the Cebu Grand
Hotel, Cebu City.

where cacao can grow, DTI says

The department believes that with the countrys perfect climate and soil conditions for
cacao cultivation, not to mention a ready
global market, the Philippines potential
stands to benefit many growers, retailers and
chocolate makers.

Topics discussed during the activity included

industry updates, National Cacao Industry Roadmap, investment opportunities in the global and
domestic market, government interventions in
support of the industry, experiences of the private sector with regards to Intercropping, and
basics of cacao production.

Right now, Mindanao accounts for around

90% of the Philippine cacao production. Davao Region is the biggest local player
producing 78% of the country's total production, according to the Philippine Statistics
Authority - Bureau of Agricultural Statistics.

Our country is well placed to supply the world

with the chocolate it needs. The Philippines in
general is a good place to grow cacao because
it is on the Equator, the only part of the world

Though the country's contribution to the

global market is miniscule, the Philippines is
already exporting cacao to the United States,
Singapore, New Zealand and Europe.

The Philippine Quality and Productivity Movement (PQPM) Visayas held a productivity congress
with
the
theme
ENTREPRENURTURESHIP An integrated Approach Towards Sustainability on November 20 this year
at the Sarrosa International Hotel, Cebu City.
This activity, made possible with the assistance
of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI),
was meant to assist aspiring and existing entrepreneurs by providing them with information on
the requirements needed and services offered by
the government for starting and sustaining businesses.
The activity brought together distinguished
guests and speakers from the different sectors of

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industry, government and academe in Central Philippines.

The PQPM Visayas is a private sector-led organization tasked to promote and champion productivity
and competitiveness in the region. Since its inception, the PQPM has spearheaded a number of activities promoting productivity and quality improvement,
particularly in the area of increasing awareness and
appreciation of productivity programs.
A recent annual review from Independent Evaluation
at the Asian Development Bank (ADB).reveals that
Asia and the Pacific needs to focus on increasing the
overall productivity from its investments in physical,
human, and natural capital to improve economic
growth.

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Activities in photo

(Photos above) A Consumer Advocacy Caravan was conducted in Canlaon City, Vallehermoso, Guihulngan City (Oct.
10), Basay, Bayawan City, Sta. Catalina (Oct. 23), and Mabinay. The consumers greatly benefitted from the Timbangan ng
Bayan where exact weight of their goods was ensured, thus, got best value for their money. Posters on consumer tips
were posted in conspicuous areas. Flyers on consumers rights and responsibilities were distributed.
(Photos below) Atty. Gary Tabios, BOD and Legal Counsel of Consumer Adviocates Inc., answered consumer-related
questions from members of the media in Dumaguete City during the Kapihan sa PIA.

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Activities in Photos

(Photos above) DTI Negros Oriental Provincial Office conducted a Diskwento Caravan in Mabinay, Negros
Oriental last October 25-26, 2015. Consumers had a shopping spree where they bought basic commodities
at discounted prices. They also had a chance to win prizes during the RAFFLE EVERY HOUR. One of the
activities during the DISKWENTO CARAVAN in Mabinay was the WAIS NGA KONSYUMER where consumers
were educated on their rights and responsibilities and were given consumer tips through fun activities.
(Photo below left) Consumer Advocates Inc., represented by Pres. Linda Basmayor and BOD Jeanalyn Bertoldi, assisted in the conduct of the Diskwento Caravan in Mabinay last October 25-26 this year.
(Photo below right) DTI Usec. Victorio Mario Dimagiba during the Consumer Summit held in Manila last
October 26. Mark Raygan Garcia VP of Consumer Advocates Inc. represented the consumer group.

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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) conducted a capacity enhancement seminar for consumer welfare officers in
Region 7.
In order to deliver better and more efficient public service,
consumer welfare officers are regularly updated on developments related to consumer protection and fair trade laws.
Topics discussed during the activity included updates on
online shopping, consumer product and service warranties,
labelling and fair trade packaging, online price monitoring
system, de-ceptive sales advertisements, and promotion of
sales of consumer products and services.
Facilitators and speakers during the seminar were Fair Trade
Enforcement Bureau Sales Pro-motion Division Chief Rosila
Egmilan and Ronald Calderon of the Consumer Protection
Advocacy Bureau.

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Activities in Photos

(Photos above) The Department of Trade and Industry held a Cacao Industry Techno-investment Forum at the Cebu
Grand Hotel on November 17, 2015. In photo is Ms Charina Puestespina sharing her cacao experience. She owns Malagos Agriventures, a 22-hectare cacao farm in Mindanao.
(Photos directly below) DTI Negros Oriental conducted a Skills Training on Ampalaya & Sayote Pickles on November 1213, 2015 in Bais City

(Photo below left) DTI Negros Oriental conducted a computerized embroidery training for the Little Children of the
World-Philippines Foundation on November 16-17, 2015
(Photo below right) DTI Bohol conducted a lecture on ACT No. 3883, otherwise known as The Business Name Law, with
the BUB Tagbilaran beneficiaries at Reyna's Haven and Garden on November 19, 2015.

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(Photo above) During the press conference for the promotion of the Panglao Weekend Bazaar held at the Bellevue
Resort Hotel on Oct. 23.
(Photos below) Held at the Panglao Island Plaza on Oct 2425, the Panglao Weekend Bazaar offered a mix of Visayan
arts and crafts, ornamentals and fusion of local food flavors.
The event served as a Speed Matching Activity for resort establishments in Panglao, Bohol and MSME suppliers in Central Visayas for products that can be sourced out locally.

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Activities in Photos

(Photos above) DTI, in cooperation with the Dept. Of Science and Technology, held a forum entitled Digi-

talPH Conference: ICT Strategies for Development on November 13, 2015 at the Bethel Guest House, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
(Photos below) The DTI Bohol Provincial Office conducted the Consumer Quiz Bowl 2015 last October 24 at
the ActivityCenter of the Island City Mall, Tagbilaran City.

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(Photos above) As part of the celebration of the national standards week, DTI Bohol Provincial Office conducted a seminar entitled Updates on Regulations and Standard Conformance last October 9, 2015 at JJ's
Seafoods Village, Tagbilaran City. It was partici-pated by forty (40) owners/representatives of hardware/
construction business establishments in the province of Bohol.
(Photo below) DTI CARP in Central Visayas conducted a benchmarking mission to MSMEs of processed
food and indigenous crafts in Region 12 on October 26-29.

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Activities in Photos

(Photos above) DTI, in cooperation with the Dept. Of Science and Technology, held a forum entitled Digi-

talPH Conference: ICT Strategies for Development on November 13, 2015 at the Bethel Guest House, Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental
(Photos below) The DTI Bohol Provincial Office conducted the Consumer Quiz Bowl 2015 last October 24 at
the ActivityCenter of the Island City Mall, Tagbilaran City.

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EDITORIAL BOARD
Executive Editor
Asteria C. Caberte
DTI 7 Regional Director

REGIONAL OFFICE
Regional Director ASTERIA C. CABERTE 3rd Flr,
WDC Bldg.,Osmena Boulevard, cor. P.Burgos, Cebu City
Tel. # (63)(032) 255-0036 / 255-0037
Fax # (63)(032) 253-7465
email: dti_7@yahoo.com / dticentralvisayas@gmail.com
http://www.facebook.com/dtiregion7
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REGIONAL DIVISIONS
Business Development Division (BDD)
Victoria Diaz, Chief
Tel. Nos. 2550036 / 412-1989 / 412-1868 loc. 601
Consumer Welfare and Business Regulatory Division (CWBRD)
Rose Mae Quinanola, Chief
Tel. Nos. 2550036 / 412-1989 / 412-1868 loc 301

Writer / Editor
Lay-out Artist
Jojisilia Villamor

I.T. Support
Jerome Elarcosa &
Bernard Cabasisi

Contributors
Evelyn Fabian
Angeline Gonzales
Miguel Abuyabor
Jerome John Gabin
Vierna Teresa Ligan
Mark Aristotle Cabagnot
Jose Hibaya
Krystle Jade Bato

Industry Development and Investment Promotions Division (IDIPD)

Minerva Yap, Chief
Tel. nos. 412-1944 / 4121945 / 255-6971 / 255-3926
BOHOL PROVINCIAL OFFICE
Provincial Director MA. ELENA C. ARBON
2F FCB Bldg., CPG Ave., Tagbilaran City
Tel. # (63) 038-501-8260
Fax # (63) 038-412-3533
email: dtibohol@yahoo.com
CEBU PROVINCIAL OFFICE
Provincial Director: NELIA V.F. NAVARRO
DTI Building, Osmena Boulevard, corner Lapulapu Street, Cebu City
Tel. # (63)(032) 255-6971 / 255-3926
(63)(032) 412-1944 / 412-1945
email: dticebuphil@yahoo.com / dticebuphil@gmail.com
NEGROS ORIENTAL PROVINCIAL OFFICE
Provincial Director JAVIER FORTUNATO, JR
2F Uymatiao Bldg., San Jose Street. Dumaguete City
Tel. # (63)(035) 422-2764
Fax # (63)(035) 225-7211
email: dtinegor@gmail.com
SIQUIJOR PROVINCIAL OFFICE
Provincial Director NIMFA M. VIRTUCIO
CF Bldg., Legaspi St., Siquijor, Siquijor
Tel. # (63)035-480-9065
Fax # (63) 035-344-2238
Email: dtisiquijor@yahoo.com

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