BOI, EMB experts give talk during the 1st Agri-Aqua Investment Forum

DTI VI facilitated the conduct of product exhibit during the 1^st Agri-Aqua Investment Forum organized the Panay Organic Producers Association Agriventures, Inc. in partnership with the Iloilo Provincial Government, DTI, DOT, NEDA, DA and Iloilo Economic Development Foundation  at the Diversion 21 Hotel in Mandurriao District on November 9 to 10, 2016.

The Panay Organic Producers Association (POPA) Agriventures, Inc. has invited key resource persons from the DTI to discuss investment prospects and international markets during the 1^st Agri-Aqua Investment Forum at the Diversion 21 Hotel on November 9-10, 2016.

With a theme, “Grow Western Visayas: Accelerating Investments for Global Markets,” speakers from Board of Investments (BOI) and Export Marketing Bureau (EMB) graced the event on day two.

BOI OIC-Chief Ellorence Cruz discussed the investment prospects and incentives for agri-business projects; while, EMB Emerging Products Division Senior Trade and Industry Development Specialist Senen Briones talked on the potentials of international markets.

The forum aimed to bring together national and international entrepreneurs who would be willing to invest in agricultural production in Iloilo and its neighboring provinces, specifically on the following commodities: cacao, coffee, fruits and vegetables, livestock, poultry, swine, farmed seafoods, and aromatic/specialty rice.

As partner, DTI VI facilitated the conduct of a product exhibit at the venue during the two-day activity. The exhibit was participated by Rosary Herbal Products, El Jardin, G and G Ornamental Plants Enterprises, Einars Natural Food Export, Sunburst Balay Tablea, ALDI Foods, and Brendan’s – which recorded a total sales of Php 19, 134.00.

POPA partnered with the DTI, Iloilo Provincial Government, Department of Tourism, National Economic Development Authority, Department of Agriculture and Iloilo Economic Development Foundation for the activity.