Negosyo Center - City of Koronadal

DISKWENTO CARAVAN – Norala Edition!

Good news for all consumers in Norala! The Diskwento Caravan: Presyong Panalo para sa Masang Pilipino is coming your way this March 7–8, 2026.

Join us and enjoy affordable and discounted basic goods and commodities made accessible for every Filipino household. This initiative aims to help communities purchase essential products at lower and more competitive prices, supporting the welfare of consumers and local businesses alike.

📍 Location: Norala
📅 Date: March 7–8, 2026

The activity is brought to you by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in partnership with the LGU–Norala and FriendlyMart Surallah.

✨ Expect:
• Discounted basic necessities
• Consumer-friendly prices
• Quality products from trusted suppliers

Bring your family and friends and take advantage of this opportunity to save more while supporting local initiatives for consumer welfare.

Beautifully crafted home styles at stylish wearables ba ang hanap mo?

Yan at marami pang ibang kamangha-manghang likha mula sa ating mahuhusay at malikhaing local entrepreneurs—mga produktong may kalidad, kwento, at puso ay narito na sa City Hall Lobby sa Lungsod ng Koronadal!

Huwag palampasin ang LAST DAY ng Likha at Husay Trade Fair — hanggang 3:00 PM na lamang ngayon!

Suportahan ang lokal. Tumuklas ng mga natatanging produkto. Iuwi ang gawang Koronadaleño at South Cotabateño na maipagmamalaki. Wag pahuli — tara na at mamili!

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 || 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐊𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐥, 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐨

The Department of Trade and Industry – South Cotabato Provincial Office through Negosyo Center-City of Koronadal, in partnership with the Local Government Unit of the City of Koronadal through the City Tourism and Cultural Affairs Office, proudly celebrates National Arts Month through Likha at Husay Trade Fair: A Showcase of Local Creative Ingenuity.

Running from February 24 to 28, 2026, at the City Hall Lobby, City of Koronadal, the trade fair highlights an impressive array of creative products across various domains identified under the Philippine Creative Industries Development Act. The event features outstanding works from creative entrepreneurs in the City of Koronadal and neighboring municipalities of South Cotabato. As the province’s lone city and one of the major commercial hub in Region XII, Koronadal serves as the ideal venue to spotlight the province’s thriving creative sector.

The celebration formally opened with a vibrant cultural showcase featuring performances by local artists and creative groups, complemented by a parade of original fashion pieces by homegrown designers. The opening program set the tone for a powerful convergence of art, culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

The event was graced by DTI Region XII Regional Director Flora D. Politud-Gabunales, CESO III, who emphasized in her message that National Arts Month is a celebration of boundless talent and creativity. She underscored that Likha at Husay stands as a testament to how creativity and entrepreneurship can converge to empower communities. She further highlighted that creativity is not merely an artistic expression, but a strategic driver of development, innovation, and inclusive economic growth.

Likha at Husay serves as a one-stop destination for creative excellence—from traditional crafts and digital arts to artisan coffee and chocolates, and curated gastronomic experience—demonstrating the depth and diversity of South Cotabato’s creative industry.

We invite everyone to visit the Likha at Husay Trade Fair and take part in advancing our local economy by supporting our micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the creative sector.

Participating MSMEs:
Mana Mindanao, Ivan Raborar Couture, Jie Fashion Designs, Koronadal City District Jail- Livelihood Products, Shield and Style, Mama Shai Handicrafts, Bloomworks, She's Creative, D&D Naturals Novelty Shop, Klowil AE MPC, Handuraw Handicrafts, Handumanan Arts & Craft Trading, United Architects of the Phils.,Napire's Native Products, Rox-Chie Crafted Petals and Souvenirs Shop, Timog Literary Circle (TLC), Ko'Gon Visual Artist, Koronadal City Bonsai Society, Inc. (KCBS), Kzia's Patisserie Cakes and Pastries, Balay Kultura, The Pit Stop, South Rays Valley Association,Inc., StembakesCakes and Pastries Shop, Sesotunawa Crafts, Ombeng Crafts, Gugma Handicrafts

Photos courtesy of the Local Government Unit of the City of Koronadal.

𝑨 𝑺𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝑺𝒖𝒄𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔: 𝑴𝒂𝒃𝒖𝒍𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒐𝒏 𝑪𝒓𝒊𝒔𝒑 𝑶𝒓𝒊𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒍 – 𝑭𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑨𝒍𝒍𝒐𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒆𝒕

What started as a small venture funded from a student allowance has grown into a thriving snack business for Crisan Mateo Jem T. Supnet, owner of Mabulawanon Crisp Original (MCO). Established on February 18, 2025, MCO manufactures taro chips in a variety of flavors, including Salty, Butter Cheese, and Honey Butter, targeting health-conscious consumers seeking high-fiber, gluten-free snacks.

Supnet, a BSBA student, drew inspiration from local entrepreneurs who turned modest beginnings into successful enterprises. His initial challenges included limited financial capital and manpower, which forced him to self-fund the business from his allowance. Early on, sales were low, and growth was slow.

Through DTI’s programs and services, particularly business matching and trade fairs facilitated by the DTI Negosyo Center, Supnet gained access to new markets and significantly increased its sales. “The business matching event pushed me to grow fast,” he shared, noting how his production capacity and market reach expanded after engaging with DTI.

Innovation became a key driver for MCO’s growth. From initially using a mandolin to slice taro, Supnet invested in machinery that improved efficiency and product consistency. Despite ongoing challenges such as limited capital and manpower, his focus on innovation and perseverance allowed him to overcome obstacles and steadily scale the business.

Beyond business growth, MCO has become a foundation for Supnet’s personal development. “My business became the building block of my character development,” he reflected. He advises aspiring entrepreneurs to stay focused on their vision, even when progress seems delayed.

Supnet expressed his gratitude to DTI and the Negosyo Center: “Thank you for supporting local entrepreneurs. Even when things get delayed, having your resources available helps us stay focused on the vision. I appreciate the work you do in helping the community 'grind' toward a better future.”

With DTI’s continued support, Mabulawanon Crisp Original is poised to expand further, bringing innovative, locally sourced snacks to more consumers across the region.

Mabulawanon Crisp Original (MCO) is located at Purok Maligaya, Poblacion, Tampakan, South Cotabato

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐡𝐨𝐤 𝐬𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐓𝐈 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟏𝟐

📣 Gusto naming marinig ang inyong boses!

Humihingi po kami ng kaunting oras upang sagutan ang aming survey na layong alamin kung gaano ninyo kakilala at nagagamit ang mga programang pang-kaunlaran sa negosyo at mga serbisyo ng Department of Trade and Industry Region 12 (DTI-12). Malaking tulong ang inyong mga sagot upang makabuo kami ng mas angkop at mas epektibong kampanya sa publisidad at promosyon para mas maraming negosyante at mamamayan ang makinabang sa aming mga programa.

👉 I-click ang link o i-scan ang QR code upang makilahok sa survey:
🔗 https://bit.ly/DTI12_BusinessDevtSurvey
🔗 https://forms.gle/ZfMxSyjJUJPHA6Px9

Maraming salamat po sa inyong suporta at pakikiisa!

South Cotabato Posts Fastest Growth in 2024 Among Economies in SOCCSKSARGEN

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of all four provinces and one Highly Urbanized City (HUC) in SOCCSKSARGEN grew in 2024 compared to their levels in 2023. South Cotabato recorded the fastest growth at 6.9 percent. This was followed by City of General Santos, with 6.8 percent; Sarangani, with 5.9 percent; Cotabato, with 4.4 percent; and Sultan Kudarat, with 2.2 percent.

Read more:
https://psa.gov.ph/statistics/ppa/node/1684080971

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲, 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 (𝐆𝐌𝐏) 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫.
📅 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
🕗 𝟖:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌 – 𝟓:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌

This 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫, organized by DTI South Cotabato, aims to equip micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with essential knowledge on food safety, proper manufacturing practices, and shelf life assessment to ensure product quality and regulatory compliance.

To register, kindly scan the QR code or click the link below.
https://bit.ly/448hRw2

Slots are limited, so register early to secure your seat!

A confirmation message will be sent via text to qualified participants five days before the event.