Ilonggo MSMEs post PHP 3.2M in sales at Manila FAME 2025

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The craftsmanship and creativity of Ilonggo micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) were prominently showcased at Manila FAME 2025, held from October 16 to 18 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila.

This year’s exhibition carried the theme “Objects of Nature,” highlighting sustainable and artisanal products from across the country.

Representing Iloilo were two lead exhibitors: Iloilo Province, featuring eight MSMEs, and Iloilo City, with seven MSMEs, totaling 15 participating enterprises.

From the province, exhibitors included Indag-an Primary Multi-Purpose Cooperative, Iloilo Weavers Association, WUTHLE Association, Alimodian Bamboo Producers Association, Efren’s Bamboo Products Manufacturing, Rattanology Furniture Manufacturing, Banwa Pens, and Balai Ilonggo by One Iloilo Inc.

Iloilo City’s participants comprised Modern Ilongga, Lampirong Collection, Iloilo Capiz Shell Flowers and Antiques, Corral Shell Arts and Crafts, Cuaycong Native Products, Iloilo Dinagyang Foundation Inc., and Fiesta Philippines SMEs.

The Iloilo delegation recorded total sales of PHP 3.2 million — PHP 1 million in cash/retail sales, PHP 1.5 million under negotiation, and PHP 600,000 in booked sales — reflecting strong interest in Ilonggo-made products in both national and international markets.

DTI Iloilo facilitated the participation of Ilonggo exhibitors by selecting and endorsing export-ready MSMEs, assisting with product hauling, and coordinating with the Design Center of the Philippines to enhance booth visual merchandising and product development.

The office also linked Iloilo City and Metro Iloilo–Guimaras Economic Development Council (MIGEDC) exhibitors with a local designer to further strengthen product presentation and boost the region’s visibility in global design and trade.