Negros Occidental MSMEs Showcase Export-Quality Products at IFEX Philippines 2025

Strategic Insights -

Representatives of 26 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Negros Occidental will exhibit their export-quality food products at the International Food Exposition (IFEX) Philippines 2025. This annual event aims to foster networking among key players in the food, beverage, and ingredients industry. According to Engiemar Tupas, chief trade-industry development specialist of DTI-Negros Occidental, the participating MSMEs have previously generated millions in sales through the event. The Negros Occidental delegation will be led by the provincial government's Technology and Livelihood Development Center and the DTI-Negros Occidental Provincial Office.

Key Takeaways:

  • A total of 26 MSMEs from Negros Occidental will showcase their export-quality products at IFEX Philippines 2025.
  • The participating MSMEs are expected to generate substantial sales through the event, following the success of previous years.
  • The Negros Occidental delegation will feature a wide range of products, including beverages, confectionery, bakery products, frozen foods, condiments, snacks, essential oils, and plant-based products.
  • Clara's Food Products, Lynna Joy Cardinal, and Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson have committed financial support for the participation of the Negrense exhibitors in the event.
  • Three esteemed members of the Slow Food Cooks' Alliance-Negros will be featured in the IFEX Kitchen 2025, including chefs Ziggy Segunial and Kiko Torno.

Statistics:

  • 26 MSMEs from Negros Occidental will participate in IFEX Philippines 2025.
  • The event aims to foster robust networking avenues among key players in the food, beverage, and ingredients industry.
  • According to Engiemar Tupas, participating MSMEs have been able to generate millions in sales through the event.

Sources:

  • Philippines News agency, 20 May 2025
  • Engiemar Tupas, chief trade-industry development specialist of DTI-Negros Occidental
  • Lynna Joy Cardinal, provincial director of the DTI Negros Occidental
  • Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson, Negros Occidental
  • Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM)
  • DTI-Negros Occidental Provincial Office
  • Slow Food Cooks' Alliance-Negros