28/05/2026
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May 28, 2026 | Manukan, ZDN
MANUKAN, Zamboanga del Norte โ The local government unit of Manukan, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry and the Department of Agriculture, officially inaugurated the Manukan Pasalubong Center and the Manukan Kadiwa Pop-Up Store today, May 28, 2026.
The new marketing hubs are located at the Manukan Bus Terminal Site, Sitio Tinape, West Patunan, Poblacion, Manukan, Zamboanga del Norte. Aligned with the national Bagong Pilipinas campaign, the facility aims to boost grassroots economic development and expand market access for local producers.
The opening program gathered trade officials and municipal leaders to reinforce their support for sustainable local livelihoods. DTI Manukan Business Counselor Marjo Monico D. Letran acknowledged the participating entrepreneurs, while Barangay Poblacion Chairman Robby Earl B. Villarin welcomed the attendees.
During the ceremony, Municipal Mayor Enriquita U. Winters underscored the LGU's commitment to building permanent economic hubs for homegrown talent. DTI Region 9 Assistant Regional Director Maridel D. Dengal, CESO IV, delivered an inspirational message emphasizing ongoing capacity-building interventions for rural enterprises. The program concluded with remarks from OIC Municipal Agriculturist Mariane Pearl S. Pabillaran, with Christian R. Pilares of the LGU Events Team hosting the event.
A total of ten micro, small, and medium enterprises anchored the launch, showcasing a diverse array of local delicacies, agricultural value-added goods, and customized crafts. The initial exhibitors included Bretcheezely Alia with Datu Pastil (Chicken Pastil), Marites F. Tiu serving Biko & Leche Flan, Clover Tees & Prints with various souvenir items, Maria Christine Key Patangan offering Sweet Bagoong, and Froilan & Jfrenz Buza featuring Peanut Butter. They were joined by Mary Rose Anne Tupas Zamoras (Mommiest) showcasing cakes and sweets, Julieta B. Totao providing Atsarang Papaya & Ampalaya Salad, Via Flor T. Baculad with assorted sweets, Bernaliza Quimson selling Fried Peanut, and Jelain P. Emotin presenting traditional kakanin.
The co-location of these facilities provides consumers direct access to fresh produce and affordable commodities while offering local farmers and producers a dedicated, rent-free space to market their goods directly to the public.