6th Artesanias de Iloilo fair to feature 100 MSMEs

By Mariela Angella Oladive

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Iloilo is calling on the public to support the sixth Artesanias de Iloilo Trade Fair, happening from September 15 to 21 at Robinsons Place Iloilo City.

Launched in 2019, the annual weeklong fair will feature 100 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from across the province.

The participating exhibitors were selected through a screening process, with over 100 applicants vying for limited slots.

DTI Iloilo has set a sales target of PHP 3.5 million for this year’s event.

In 2024, the fair recorded nearly PHP 3.9 million in total sales from 125 participating enterprises.

This year’s exhibitors are grouped into key product clusters: bamboo (12), cacao (8), coffee (8), coconut (15), processed food (40), and wearables and homestyle (17).

Fairgoers can expect a wide array of locally made products, including delicacies, artisanal crafts, traditional handwoven embroidery, wearable art, and modern creations using cacao, coconut, bamboo, coffee, and other native materials.

“This fair will showcase the different craftsmanship from across the province,” said DTI Iloilo OIC-Provincial Director Ma. Dorita D. Chavez.

“We encourage everyone to discover our unique products and to always support local,” she added.

Since its launch, the Artesanias de Iloilo has served as a vital platform for MSMEs to grow their markets and promote Iloilo’s creative and entrepreneurial identity.