Negosyo Center Mankayan Benguet

13/08/2026

TRAINING ON BASIC BOOKKEEPING FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Baguio-Benguet, through Negosyo Center Mankayan, successfully conducted the Training on Basic Bookkeeping for Business Management and Sustainability on August 12, 2026, at the Municipal Library, Poblacion, Mankayan, Benguet, in partnership with the Local Government Unit of Mankayan.

The activity equipped MSMEs with practical knowledge on recording income and expenses, maintaining basic financial records, and understanding simple financial reports—helping them strengthen financial management and make informed business decisions toward sustainability and growth.

DTI Baguio-Benguet extends its appreciation to the resource speakers, partners, and participating MSMEs for their active involvement and commitment to building stronger and more sustainable local enterprises.

03/08/2026

KADIWA ng Pangulo is HERE in Mankayan!

Fresh, affordable, and proudly local! Join us TODAY, August 3, 2026, at the Mankayan Municipal Hall for the KADIWA ng Pangulo, a one-day market showcasing the best of our community.

03/08/2026

01/08/2026

Two outstanding local enterprises from Mankayan, Benguet received an award during the 2026 Benguet MSME Month Celebration – GABAY Awards & Closing Program, held on July 30, 2026, at the Ben Palispis Hall, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building.

🥇 Caslangen Grocery, represented by Mr. Felipe Caslangen, received the GABAY Legacy Enterprise Award in recognition of its remarkable resilience, long-standing service, and invaluable contribution to the community. Established in 1976, Caslangen Grocery has faithfully served generations of Mankayan residents for nearly five decades, standing as a testament to dedication, perseverance, and community trust.

🥇 MGO Homemade Gongs and Handicrafts of Bedbed, Mankayan, represented by Mr. Marvin G. Onio, was honored with the GABAY Pioneering Industry Award for being one of Benguet's flagship enterprises that has set the benchmark in preserving and promoting the province's rich cultural heritage through the craftsmanship of traditional gongs and handicrafts.

Representing the LGU Mankayan during the ceremony was Mr. Andress B. Kawii III, Municipal Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Officer (LEDIPO), who joined the awardees in celebrating this well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations to Caslangen Grocery and MGO Homemade Gongs and Handicrafts! Your success brings honor and inspiration to the entire Municipality of Mankayan. May your stories continue to inspire future entrepreneurs and strengthen our local economy.

📸Photos taken by Ms. Elit Claire Neyupad

31/07/2026

31/07/2026

GABAY Awards and Closing Program of the 2026 Benguet MSME Month Celebration.

🏆 BEST PACKAGING AWARD
The Mankayan Booth stood out among exhibitors, earning the Best Packaging Award—a testament to the creativity, quality, and dedication of our local MSMEs in proudly showcasing Mankayan-made products.

🎤 Congratulations to the Mill Labon Basig Association (MILBA) and the Baayan Women's Organization for securing consolation prizes during the Benguet Biz Boost Initiative—Business Pitching Competition.

These achievements would not have been possible without the unwavering support of the Local Government Unit of Mankayan, represented by Mr. Andress B. Kawii III, Mankayan LEDIPO, whose commitment to empowering our local MSMEs continues to create opportunities for growth and success.

To everyone who visited the Mankayan Booth, supported our exhibitors, and cheered on our entrepreneurs—thank you for believing in local!

29/07/2026

🎉 DISCOVER. SHOP. SUPPORT LOCAL! 🛍️✨

Day 3 of the Panungkalan Trade Fair is in full swing, and the Mankayan Booth is waiting for you!

Experience the best of Mankayan, Benguet as we proudly showcase products crafted with tradition, passion, and local ingenuity. From the rich sounds of our handcrafted gongs, the timeless beauty of Inabel weaving, flavorful processed food products, freshly baked bakery treats, and many more locally made treasures, there's something for everyone!

Every purchase you make supports our hardworking MSMEs, artisans, and community-based organizations, helping preserve our culture while creating sustainable livelihoods.

📍 Visit the Mankayan Booth
Panungkalan Trade Fair
Capitol Gymnasium, La Trinidad, Benguet
🗓️ July 27–31, 2026

Come for the products. Stay for the culture. Support local. Bring home a piece of Mankayan! 💚





Photo by Nmendoza Variety

29/07/2026

Business Pitching Done!

In line with the 2026 Benguet MSME Week Celebration, two Associations from the Municipality of Mankayan proudly showcased their business concepts.

Congratulations to the Mill Labon Basig Association (MILBA) of Mankayan, Benguet, and the Baayan Women's Farmers Livelihood Association for successfully presenting their business pitches during the Benguet Biz Boost Initiative (MSME Modular Training) held on July 29, 2026, at the Ben Palispis Hall, Benguet Capitol.

These two associations confidently presented their business pitches before a panel of evaluators and fellow entrepreneurs. Their participation reflected the creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of Mankayan's community-based organizations.

May your passion and perseverance continue to inspire the entrepreneurial spirit of Mankayan.

28/07/2026

📢 TRAINING RESCHEDULED NOTICE

📚 BASIC BOOKKEEPING FOR BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY

TO THOSE WHO REGISTERED:

Please be informed that the Basic Bookkeeping for Business Management and Sustainability Training, originally scheduled on July 30, 2026, has been rescheduled.

🗓 NEW DATE: August 12, 2026 (Wednesday)
📍 Venue: Municipal Library of Mankayan, Benguet
👥 Target Participants: 15 MSMEs (All Sectors)

This free training will equip MSMEs with essential bookkeeping skills to:
✔️ Maintain accurate financial records
✔️ Monitor business performance
✔️ Make informed business decisions
✔️ Build a sustainable and profitable enterprise

📌 Limited slots available! Register now!

📞 Contact: 0918 636 2368
📘 Facebook: Negosyo Center Mankayan Benguet

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by the change in schedule and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing you on August 12, 2026, as we continue empowering our local MSMEs through financial management and business development.

24/07/2026

Day 2 of 2

Activity: Soft Broom Making Seminar-Workshop Phase 2: Transitioning from Wire-Binding to Straw-Binding Methods

The second and final day of the Soft Broom Making Seminar-Workshop Phase 2 focused on completing the weaving process using the straw-binding techniques and colored broom materials prepared during the first day of the training. Participants applied the knowledge and skills they had acquired by producing finished soft brooms with improved craftsmanship, durability, and aesthetic appeal.

Upon completion of the weaving activity, participants presented their finished products, showcasing the techniques and value-adding methods learned throughout the two-day seminar-workshop. The product presentation highlighted the participants' creativity, improved weaving skills, and proper application of color enhancement, demonstrating their readiness to produce marketable and eco-friendly soft brooms.

The activity concluded with a closing program where messages of appreciation and encouragement were delivered by Ms. Evangeline T. Gomeyac of the Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO), Mr. Hector Gacita from the Mayor's Office. They commended the participants for their commitment to learning new techniques and encouraged them to apply their newly acquired skills to improve their products, increase their income opportunities, and contribute to the growth of local enterprises in Mankayan.

The Soft Broom Making Seminar-Workshop Phase 2: Transitioning from Wire-Binding to Straw-Binding Methods was successfully completed, equipping Mankayan MSMEs with enhanced technical skills in straw-binding, weaving, and value-adding through color application. The participants gained practical knowledge that will enable them to produce higher-quality, more durable, and more competitive soft brooms while promoting environmentally friendly production practices.

The successful completion of the training reflects the continuing commitment of the Local Government Unit of Mankayan through the Business Permits and Licensing Office (BPLO), the Department of Trade and Industry – CAR through Negosyo Center Mankayan, the Municipal Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (LEDIPO), and its partner agencies in empowering local MSMEs through skills development, product innovation, and sustainable livelihood opportunities. The knowledge and experience gained from this training are expected to strengthen the participants' livelihood ventures and contribute to the continued growth of the municipality's local broom-making industry.