GET TO KNOW DTI- REGION 3
DTI-Region 3 or DTI-Central Luzon is composed of seven provinces—Aurora, Bataan, Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales; and fourteen cities: Angeles, Balanga, Cabanatuan, Malolos, San Fernando, Gapan, Mabalacat, Meycauyan, Olongapo, Palayan, San Jose, San Jose del Monte, and Munoz, and Tarlac.
The region earned itself the moniker “Rice Granary of the Philippines”, since it has the largest plain in the country and produces most of the country’s rice supply. It is also host to the country’s premier economic zones (ecozones)—Clark and Subic Freeport Zone and other industrial estates that generate jobs and foreign exchange for the country.
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New Delhi, India—President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has secured a firm commitment from Indian infrastructure giant GMR Group to proceed with the development of the Sangley Aerocity and the Sangley Point International Airport (SPIA), and to explore significant upgrades for key regional airports across the Philippines. This development signals a strong
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More than a hundred entrepreneurs from Central Luzon gathered at the Royce Hotel in Clark Freeport Zone on July 29, 2025, for the TikTok UNLAD LOKAL 2025 Learning Session, a joint initiative of the Department of Trade and Industry Region III and TikTok Shop Philippines to empower micro, small, and
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The Department of Trade and Industry – Aurora Provincial Office, in partnership with MarQuee Mall and the Provincial Government of Aurora, proudly held the 3rd Siempre Aurora Trade Fair and Creative Showcase from July 17 to 20, 2025, at MarQuee Mall, Angeles City—bringing Aurora’s finest local products to a wider
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The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), through the Bureau of Small and Medium Enterprise Development (BSMED), and in collaboration with public and private sector partners, successfully held the 2025 National Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Resilience Forum on July 17, 2025, with the theme “Empowering MSMEs through Innovation
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To further empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the CALABARZON region, the Department of Trade and Industry Region 4-A, in partnership with the Philippine Center for Entrepreneurship (PCE) – Go Negosyo, successfully launched the 2nd batch of the 2025 Kapatid Mentor ME – Money and Market Encounter (KMME-MME)
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Following the declaration of a State of Calamity in several areas across Central Luzon due to recent calamities, the Department of Trade and Industry – Region 3 (DTI-3) has enforced an automatic price freeze on basic necessities and prime commodities in accordance with Republic Act No. 7581 or the Price
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In a move to strengthen local agri-processing and empower farmers, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Bulacan Provincial Office officially launched a Shared Service Facility (SSF) on Lowland Vegetable and Root Crop Processing in Barangay Gabihan, San Ildefonso, Bulacan on June 17, 2025. The facility aims to enhance
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48 Entreps complete DTI’s mentoring program Forty-eight (48) entrepreneurs recently completed the Kapatid Mentor Me Money Market Encounter (KMME-MME) business mentorship training program provided by the Department of Trade and Industry – Region 3 (DTI-3), and the Philippine Center for Entrepreneurship (PCE) – Go Negosyo. The graduation ceremony of the
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The Department of Trade and Industry Region 3 (DTI-3), in partnership with PLDT, proudly announces the 2025 Central Luzon Franchising and Financing Forum for MSME Sustainable Growth, happening on June 9, 2025, at the SM City Pampanga Event Center. With the theme “Franchising and Financing for MSME Sustainable Growth,” this
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In time for the upcoming school year, the Department of Trade and Industry Region 3 (DTI-3) brings the much-awaited Diskwento Caravan to various provinces in Central Luzon, offering affordable school supplies to parents and students. The Diskwento Caravan Program is a flagship initiative of the DTI that aims to provide
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“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – GRICPC The Gupa Rural Improvement Club Producers Cooperative (GRICPC) is a shining example of what a united community can achieve with determination and a shared vision. On March 15, 2025, after years of perseverance, the cooperative proudly
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“Noong college ako, taga-set up ako ng Ate ko tuwing sumasali siya sa mga bazaar sa Manila. Gumagawa na ako noon ng mga necklaces na pinapa-display ko sa kanya. Hindi ko alam na preparation na pala sa akin iyon sa pagkakaroon ng sariling negosyo.” Ms. Analyn G. Reopta, the owner
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“You do not give up when you fail, things do not go as you wanted it to be.” This is a living advice from business owner Marishel Dizon, owner of T-Masipag Food Products Trading. From the fallen fruits of the lemon plants in her garden, Marishel made lemonade drinks with
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According to Steve Jobs, the only way to do great things is to love what you do. This can be compared to the story of a 45-year-old woman named Maria Corazon Sagun from Victoria in the Province of Tarlac, who is deeply in love with arts and crafts. Sometime in
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In Filipino culture, pickling is a cherished tradition that preserves food and enhances its flavor. Dishes like atsara (made from green papaya, carrots, and bell peppers) or pico (pickled fish or seafood) are common side dishes or condiments. These pickled foods not only add flavor but also extend the shelf
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“Success is built not on avoiding failure, but on the courage to keep trying, even when the journey gets tough.” For Ms. Mona Lisa Citco the most important thing is to keep trying, regardless of the challenges or setbacks. Back in 2005, Mona Lisa was selling cellphone units in a
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“Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit.” – Conrad Hilton KMZ Printing Services, owned by Mr. Kevin Marc Hitchon, began in 2018 as M and Z Internet Shop in Barangay West Poblacion, Palauig, Zambales. Initially a Piso-Net Café, it
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"Sisters’ journeys are a tapestry of faith, resilience, and grace—a fragrant reminder that perseverance blossoms through every season." – Helen Keller Two sisters, Mercy and Margarita Secuya, turned their love for fragrances into the thriving Chardaine Perfumery Shop, a shining example of resilience, passion, and faith. The journey began in
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Setbacks are inevitable, but true resilience is defined by comebacks. Ms. Rosemarie Guzman embodies this spirit, proving that persistence leads to success. Her entrepreneurial journey began in 2007 when she invested P150,000 in food supplements and multivitamins. Due to miscalculations and lack of experience, the business failed. In 2009, she
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Making an impression is difficult in the fast-paced food manufacturing industry, as consumer preferences always change and trends quickly transform. Nevertheless, Kristina’s Food Products Manufacturing has succeeded in carving out a market niche that honors a passion for quality in addition to reflecting innovation. It began in 2014 when Gerald
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