DTI Antique

20/08/2026

The Bamboo Media Council gathered on August 20, 2026, at the DTI Conference Room for a productive meeting focused on updates, plans, and initiatives to further promote the bamboo industry.

The meeting highlighted the importance of collaboration and shared efforts in strengthening the bamboo sector and creating greater opportunities for local stakeholders. 🎋🌱

20/08/2026

KMME-MME Batch 2: Government and Financial Forum

19/08/2026

17/08/2026

‼️NOTICE OF VACANCY‼️

DTI Antique is currently looking for an applicant for the position of Negosyo Center Business Counselor.

(See poster for more details.)

Qualified applicants are advised to hand in their applications to the DTI Antique Provincial Office or email them to [email protected].

The deadline for submission is August 25, 2026. Please note that submissions beyond the posting period and those with incomplete documents will not be screened or entertained.

13/08/2026

Today, we celebrate another meaningful milestone in strengthening partnerships for the empowerment and rehabilitation of Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs).

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Antique, together with the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and the Department of Education (DepEd), formally signed the Memorandum of Agreement for the Shared Service Facility (SSF) on Food Processing for PDLs held today, 13 August 2026, at the ANSTEC Building, Brgy. 1, San Jose, Antique.

This initiative aims to provide PDLs with valuable skills, training, and livelihood opportunities in food processing, helping them build confidence, develop productive skills, and prepare for meaningful reintegration into the community.

🤝Partnership. Empowerment. Opportunity.

Together, we continue to create pathways toward a more productive and hopeful future for our PDLs.

13/08/2026

🌱 BUILDING RESILIENT BUSINESS, CREATING A GREENER FUTURE! 💚

DTI Antique, through the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP), conducted the Seminar-Workshop on Promotion of Green Economic Development and Business Resiliency cm Business Continuity Planning (BCP) for the members of Patria Multi-Purpose Cooperative on August 12, 2026, in Patria, Pandan, Antique.

The seminar-workshop highlighted the importance of green economic practices, business resiliency, risk preparedness, and continuity planning in helping enterprises adapt to challenges while pursuing sustainable growth. Participants were guided in identifying potential business risks, developing appropriate response strategies, and strengthening their capacity to keep their operations going even in times of disruptions.

A key output of the activity was the completion of the Business Continuity Plan Toolkit, providing Patria MPC with a practical guide to prepare for possible disruptions, minimize risks, and ensure that their business operations can recover and continue.

Through CARP, DTI Antique remains committed to empowering cooperatives, ARBOs, and MSMEs by providing relevant capability-building interventions that promote sustainability, resilience, and long-term business growth. By equipping enterprises not only with knowledge but also with practical tools, DTI continues to help build businesses that are greener, stronger, and better prepared for the future. 🌱💪

13/08/2026

REGISTRATION FOR THE ASPIRE BOOTCAMP IS EXTENDED UNTIL TOMORROW, AUGUST 14, 2026!🚀

The bootcamp is open to startups, students, aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators. Secure your slot through registering on the link below:
bit.ly/dti2026aspire

Let’s activate startups across the provinces and build stronger, market-ready, and innovation-driven enterprises!

13/08/2026

DTI-Antique Brings Government Services Closer to the Barangays! 💙

Last August 11, DTI Antique brought its DTI-CARES: “Negosyo Mo, Irehistro Mo!” initiative closer to the community at Centro Norte, Culasi, Antique.

More than just registration, the activity gave aspiring and existing entrepreneurs an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and connect with government agencies that can help turn their business goals into reality. Representatives from BIR, BPLO, TESDA, and SB Corp, together with DTI, shared practical information on business registration, permits, tax compliance, skills training, financing opportunities, consumer rights, and DTI support programs.

Because starting a business should never feel like you’re doing it alone. 🤝✨ DTI-Antique continues to bring information, assistance, and opportunities closer to every community, one barangay at a time.

Your business dreams deserve a place to grow. Let’s make it happen! 💼🌱

10/08/2026

COCO BAZAAR 2026 IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! ✨🥥

The Coco Bazaar 2026 was successfully launched and officially opened its doors as part of the celebration of the 40th National Coconut Week, bringing together proudly local coconut-based products, innovative creations, and the entrepreneurial spirit of our Antiqueño MSMEs.

Anchored on the theme “Regenerating the Coconut Economy, Future-Proofing the Coconut Value Chain,” the Coco Bazaar showcases how the humble coconut can be transformed into products that create greater value, open new market opportunities, and contribute to sustainable livelihoods. 🌴💚

From farm to finished product, every item featured at the bazaar tells a story of hard work, creativity, resilience, and opportunity—a testament to what can be achieved when farmers, entrepreneurs, government agencies, and partners work together.

And the celebration doesn’t stop at the launch! 🛍️🥥 Visit the Coco Bazaar 2026 at the MSME Product Showcase, 2nd Floor of CityMall Antique, and discover, support, and bring home proudly made coconut-based products from our local entrepreneurs.

Let us celebrate coconut. Let us support our MSMEs. And together, let us future-proof the coconut industry. 🌴🥥

📍 Coco Bazaar 2026
📅 August 10–16, 2026
📌 MSME Product Showcase, 2nd Floor, CityMall Antique

Calling out and encouraging Coconut MSMEs and farmers to have their NCFRS Registration with PCA tomorrow, August 11, 2026 at the 2nd Floor of CityMall Antique just beside the Obra Antiqueño Product Showcase.

See you at the Coco Bazaar 2026! 🥥

10/08/2026

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF THE NATIONAL COCONUT WEEK! 🥥🌴

A meaningful celebration of the 40th National Coconut Week was successfully held, bringing together government partners, coconut farmers, industry stakeholders, MSMEs, and the community in recognizing the invaluable contribution of the coconut industry to our economy and to the lives of Filipino families.

With this year’s theme, “Regenerating the Coconut Economy, Future-Proofing the Coconut Value Chain,” the celebration highlighted the importance of innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and value-adding in ensuring that the coconut industry continues to thrive and create opportunities for our farmers and entrepreneurs.

More than a celebration, the occasion served as a reminder that the coconut industry is built on the hard work and resilience of our farmers and the collective commitment of stakeholders to build a stronger, more sustainable, and future-ready coconut value chain. 🌱🥥

DTI Antique remains committed to supporting our coconut farmers, MSMEs, and industry stakeholders through programs that promote entrepreneurship, innovation, market access, and inclusive growth.

40 years of celebrating the coconut industry—40 years of honoring the people who keep it growing. 🌴💚