08/10/2026
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Agusan del Norte, Philippines โ The Department of Trade and Industry Agusan del Norte Provincial Office, in coordination with the DTI Caraga Regional Office through the Trade Promotion Unit, facilitated the Halal site audit conducted by the Halal International Chamber of Commerce and Industries of the Philippines (HICCIP), Inc. for three Agusan del Norte beneficiary-MSMEs on October 8, 2026. The audit was conducted as part of the requirements for their application for Halal certification under the DTI Halal Certification Program through the Halal Industry Development and Promotion Project (HIDPP).
The three MSMEs covered by the site audit were:
โข Bidlisiw Foundation of the Missionary Sisters of Mary, Inc., located in Baan Km. 3, Butuan City, which produces bottled honey and a variety of herbal powders;
โข Crops Producers Cooperative, located in Katugasan, Cabadbaran City, which produces squash pancit canton and squash strips; and
โข Jade Roel Pure Herbal Coffee Products, located in Gosoon, Carmen, which produces bottled honey and a variety of herbal powders.
The site audit was led by HICCIP Halal Assurance Audit Officers Mr. Nash Ismael, Team Leader; Mr. Anwar Angnie, Sharia Expert; and Mr. Fahad Muti, Halal Assurance Officer.
During the audit, the team inspected and evaluated the MSMEsโ relevant documents, processing areas, production processes, and existing policies and practices in relation to Halal requirements. The activity also provided an opportunity to identify areas that may need improvement as the MSMEs progress with their Halal certification applications.
In preparation for the site audit, the three MSMEs participated in the Halal Basic Principles and Fundamentals Training and Halal Assurance Management System Training conducted on October 5, 2026, at the DTI Caraga Regional Office in Butuan City. The trainings provided the participants with foundational knowledge on Halal principles and the requirements for establishing and implementing a Halal Assurance Management System.
The site audit forms part of DTIโs continuing assistance to MSMEs pursuing Halal certification by providing them with technical guidance and support throughout the certification process. Through the HIDPP, DTI supports MSMEs in strengthening their compliance with Halal requirements and preparing their products for opportunities in the Halal market.
