DTI Kalinga

05/09/2026

Mangapi Taku! ☕✨

You are invited to the 2026 Coffee Congress!

Join us as we experience coffee in all its forms and celebrate the rich coffee culture of Kalinga.

📅 Date: September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)
⏰ Time: 08:00 AM (Program Starts)
📍 Location: Teatro Building, Kalinga State University – Bulanao Campus

Gather your fellow coffee lovers, farmers, and enthusiasts—see you there!

03/09/2026

Five (5) mentees proudly represent Kalinga State University as they embark on this transformative entrepreneurial journey.

YEP–Project MARITES is a joint initiative of DTI CAR and CHED CAR, in partnership with State Universities and Colleges of the Cordillera.

03/09/2026

𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐀 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒: 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬!

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Kalinga, through Negosyo Center Pinukpuk, successfully conducted two runs of the “From Banana to Business: Training on Banana Chips Processing and Value-Adding” on September 1 and 2, 2026, held in Allaguia and Asibanglan, Pinukpuk, Kalinga.

The two-day training brought together local banana farmers and residents for a comprehensive learning experience featuring both knowledge-sharing and hands-on sessions on banana chips processing and value-adding. The training was led by Ms. Glecy Grace M. Duguiawe, NC TIDS of DTI Kalinga, who shared practical techniques and insights to help participants transform locally available bananas into potential income-generating products.

The successful implementation of the training was made possible through the support and leadership of:

👩🌾 Mrs. Delia Gupaal, President of the Allaguia Rural Improvement Club (ARIC)
👨🌾 Mr. Elecio Dugyawe, President of the Asibanglan Coffee Farmers Association

Also present during the activity was Mrs. Hilaria Balagso, Municipal Information Officer, representing the Municipal Mayor, Hon. Jimmy B. Dasayon, who expressed support for initiatives that promote livelihood development and entrepreneurship among local communities.

During the second run of the training in Asibanglan, Mrs. Monette G. Sotto, Barangay Administrator of Barangay Asibanglan, was also present and delivered the welcome message on behalf of Barangay Captain Celino Baggay.

Through this initiative, DTI Kalinga and Negosyo Center Pinukpuk continue to empower farmers, residents, and aspiring entrepreneurs by promoting value-adding, skills development, and the conversion of local agricultural products into viable business opportunities.

03/09/2026

DTI-Kalinga joins the Kick-Off of the 126th Civil Service Anniversary in Kalinga

03 September 2026 I Tabuk City - Government employees across Kalinga came together earlier today, as the province officially kicked off the 126th Anniversary of the Philippine Civil Service Commission, with the DTI-Kalinga, led by Provincial Director Renie M. Ramos, actively participating in the celebration, held at Bulanao, Tabuk City.

The kick-off opened on an high note through the Walk for Health and the Governor’s Cup, gathering officials and workers of the National Government Agencies, Academe, LGUs and Uniformed Personnel that underscores the importance of camaraderie, wellness and teamwork among government institutions in Kalinga.

Taking center stage this year is the GANDAng HR Initiative – Kalinga Public Service Convergence Program, which puts employee welfare, capacity-building, professional development, and responsive human resource management at the heart of public service.

As Kalinga celebrates 126 years of the Civil Service, DTI-Kalinga stands with the province and its fellow government institutions in building a workforce that is GANDAng HR—healthy, empowered, capable, and ready to serve.

01/09/2026

☕✨ BREWING SKILLS, BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE, AND COFFEE PASSION! ✨☕

DTI Kalinga, with the support and collaboration of the Province of Kalinga and the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist, successfully conducted the Advanced Barista and Coffee Shop Management Training on August 25–27, 2026 at Brewed Culture, Dagupan Centro, Tabuk City, Kalinga. The three-day training benefited 16 staff and owners of various cafés and coffee shops, providing them with valuable knowledge and hands-on skills to further improve their coffee preparation, beverage creation, and café management capabilities.

Over the course of three days, participants strengthened their knowledge and practical skills in coffee preparation, espresso extraction, latté art, manual brewing, beverage mixology, and café operations. The training combined lectures, demonstrations, workshops, and hands-on activities to provide participants with practical experience applicable to actual coffee shop operations.

The first day focused on the foundations of barista skills and espresso-based training, covering coffee varieties and processing methods, roast profiles and grind sizes, espresso machine operation and maintenance, espresso extraction, brew ratios, espresso-based recipes, latte art, and grinder calibration.

On the second day, participants explored manual brewing and beverage mixology, including coffee assessment and sensory terminologies, manual brewing equipment, coffee-based and non-coffee beverages, followed by extensive hands-on practicum.

The final day focused on café management and workflow, covering café management roles, KPIs, station and workflow design, inventory and supply management, standard operating procedures, quality assurance, and simulated café setup and workflow planning.

The training was facilitated by Mr. Robyn Carlo De Castro, Ms. Brenda Claver, and Mr. Hanzel Gamo, whose expertise and guidance helped participants gain valuable insights and practical skills for improving coffee service and managing café operations.

👏 Congratulations to all participants for completing this intensive three-day learning experience!

May the knowledge, skills, and confidence gained from this training inspire more innovative coffee products, better customer experiences, and stronger coffee enterprises in Kalinga. ☕🌱

Brew better. Serve better. Grow better. 🚀

🤝Province of Kalinga
🤝Brewed Culture

28/08/2026

Negosyo Center–Tabuk City Brings Kalinga MSMEs and Returning OFW Entrepreneurs to the Forefront of the “Abbuyog ad Kalinga” Reintegration Fair

TABUK CITY, KALINGA — The Negosyo Center–Tabuk City successfully facilitated a mini trade fair featuring products and livelihood ventures of local Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and returning Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) who have transitioned into entrepreneurship during the “Abbuyog ad Kalinga” National Reintegration Network Fair and World Café of Opportunities held on August 28, 2026, at the Kalinga Sports Center.

The mini trade fair served as an avenue for participating entrepreneurs to showcase their locally produced goods, promote their businesses, and connect with potential customers, partners, and other stakeholders. It also highlighted the potential of entrepreneurship as a sustainable livelihood option for returning OFWs seeking to rebuild their economic lives and establish businesses within their communities.

Through the facilitation of Negosyo Center–Tabuk City, MSMEs and returning OFW-entrepreneurs were given a platform to market their products, expand their visibility, and explore opportunities for business growth. The initiative further demonstrated the important role of the Negosyo Center in linking entrepreneurs with government programs, business development services, and market opportunities.

The “Abbuyog ad Kalinga” activity brought together government agencies, local government units, private companies, and other stakeholders to provide employment, livelihood, skills training, and other forms of assistance to Kalinga residents seeking employment or planning to start, strengthen, or rebuild their livelihoods.

Aside from the mini trade fair, participants accessed various government services through the one-stop-shop, enabling them to transact with agencies and partner institutions including the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), PESO-Kalinga, Social Security System (SSS), Pag-IBIG Fund, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Department of Health (DOH), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), PESO–Tabuk City, and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines–Kalinga Chapter.

The event likewise provided opportunities for TESDA graduates, technical-vocational institutions, and local entrepreneurs to showcase their skills, products, and livelihood ventures to potential clients, partners, and employers.

The activity was led by DMW-CAR OIC-Regional Director Cheryl L. Daytec-Yañgot, TESDA-Kalinga Acting Provincial Director Clefford E. Pascual, DOLE-Kalinga Provincial Director Avelina Manganip, Atty. Chesed Sofia Munda, representing Kalinga Lone District Representative Caroline B. Agyao, and PESO-Kalinga Manager Ermilinda Wandag, representing Governor James S. Edduba, together with officials and representatives from participating agencies and partner organizations.

The participation of Negosyo Center–Tabuk City in the activity underscores its continuing commitment to supporting local entrepreneurship, strengthening market access for MSMEs, and promoting enterprise development as a viable pathway for the economic reintegration of returning OFWs.
More than simply providing a venue for product display, the mini trade fair created an opportunity for entrepreneurs to turn their products into market opportunities, establish valuable connections, and gain greater exposure for their businesses. It also reinforced the message that returning OFWs can become successful entrepreneurs when provided with the appropriate support, guidance, and opportunities.

Through initiatives such as this, the Negosyo Center–Tabuk City continues to contribute to the development of a more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem in Kalinga—one that empowers MSMEs and returning OFWs to build sustainable livelihoods, generate income, and contribute to the growth of their local communities.

27/08/2026

𝐃𝐌𝐖 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚

Kalinga — Kalinga overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), former OFWs, their families, TESDA graduates, and job seekers are invited to take part in “Abbuyog ad Kalinga,” a one-day event that will bring employment, livelihood, government services, and reintegration opportunities closer to the community.

The Department of Migrant Workers–Cordillera (DMW-CAR) will hold the National Reintegration Network (NRN) Fair and World Café of Opportunities (WCO) on August 28, 2026, at the Kalinga Sports Center in Tabuk City.

The activity aims to connect OFWs and their families with government agencies, employers, training institutions, and other partners offering programs that can support their return, employment, and livelihood.

Among the services and opportunities available during the event are a Local and Overseas Jobs Fair, Government One-Stop Shop, Buy Lokal by OFWs Trade Fair/Market Encounter, skills training and upskilling programs, livelihood and entrepreneurship opportunities, and financial education.

Participants may also access psychosocial counseling and wellness support, documentation assistance, and legal assistance through participating agencies and organizations.

The event is open to repatriated OFWs, former OFWs and their families, TESDA graduates, job seekers, and the general public.

DMW-CAR encourages Kalinga residents to take advantage of the activity and explore available opportunities that can help build sustainable livelihoods and strengthen reintegration efforts for returning OFWs and their families.

Date: August 28, 2026
Venue: Kalinga Sports Center, Tabuk City, Kalinga

26/08/2026

From a locally grown crop to a potential source of livelihood and enterprise, turmeric is emerging as a promising agricultural resource for value addition, product innovation, and entrepreneurship.

On 20 August 2026, DTI Kalinga through Negosyo Center–Lubuagan successfully conducted the 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐥, 𝐌𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐋𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚.

The successful implementation of the training was made possible through the generous funding and support of Ms. Ophelia Grace Bawer Addom, whose continued commitment to livelihood development and community empowerment helps create opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs and local producers.

The activity was further strengthened through the support of Ms. Ansherina Rose B. Mosing, Municipal Tourism Officer, LGU Lubuagan, as well as the active participation of the community.

The activity aimed to equip participants with practical skills and entrepreneurial knowledge on the processing, development, and commercialization of turmeric-based products. It also sought to encourage the participants to explore the potential of turmeric as a source of additional income and as a viable raw material for community-based enterprises.

The training covered various topics relevant to turmeric enterprise development, including opportunities in the turmeric industry, basic processing techniques, product development, costing and pricing, packaging and labeling, market readiness, branding, and tourism market linkages. These sessions provided participants with a broader understanding of the processes involved in transforming a locally available agricultural resource into quality, marketable, and income-generating products.

A major highlight of the activity was the demonstration and hands-on session on turmeric processing. This was followed by a product development workshop during which participants applied the concepts and techniques discussed. Through the workshop, they explored different possibilities for developing turmeric-based products with potential for livelihood generation and business development.

The training was facilitated by Ms. Glecy Grace D. Duguiawe, NC TIDS of DTI-Kalinga, who shared her knowledge and expertise in turmeric processing and product development. The discussions and practical activities enabled the participants to gain a better appreciation of the importance of proper processing, creative product development, accurate costing, appropriate packaging, effective branding, and market positioning in building a viable enterprise.

The participants also presented and evaluated their outputs, providing them with an opportunity to showcase their creativity, exchange ideas, and receive feedback. The activity emphasized the importance of developing products that are innovative, of consistent quality, marketable, and responsive to consumer needs.

Through initiatives such as this, the Negosyo Center–Lubuagan continues to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, value addition, and sustainable livelihood development by helping communities recognize and maximize the business potential of resources available in their locality.

The activity served as a meaningful step toward transforming local crops into local products, local skills into local enterprises, and local resources into sustainable opportunities.

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