Local governments across the Cordillera are being encouraged to invest in reliable storage facilities, reinforcing the region’s disaster preparedness and improving support systems for vulnerable households.
E-commerce leaders said the Trustmark would be a strong signal of legitimacy for online shops, but they stress that transparent guidelines and MSME-friendly procedures are essential for effective adoption.
Bacolod’s early processing of 2026 permits helps businesses avoid January congestion while reinforcing the city’s push toward faster, more accessible public service delivery.
Through the Mobile Soil Laboratory, farmers in Don Marcelino gain access to scientific soil evaluation without leaving their communities, improving their capacity to increase production and protect their land.