TRECE MARTIRES CITY, Cavite—The Department of Agriculture–Agricultural Training Institute (DA-ATI) CALABARZON will stage two major events that will champion the innovative and empowering coconut industry this November 2025—the 2025 Coco Fiesta and the annual Techno Gabay Program (TGP) Summit.
Coco Fiesta 2025
The Coco Fiesta 2025 will take place on November 18-22, 2025, at the third level of SM City Trece Martires, Cavite. Anchored on the theme “Transforming Communities, Advancing Sustainability: Toward a Modernized Coconut Agriculture and Agribusiness Sector,” this five-day event aims to provide a platform for local exhibitors and innovators to market coconut-based products, technologies, and services—thereby expanding market access and income opportunities. It also seeks to empower farmers, cooperatives, and the public on emerging innovations and value-adding endeavors related to the coconut industry development.
This celebration will feature exhibitor booths showcasing coconut-based products, technologies, and services from smallholder coconut farmers and associations across CALABARZON, alongside a technology forum with over 50 participants per session. Topics to be discussed include homemade coconut value addition for health and hygiene, innovative uses of coconut waste for handicrafts, processing of functional coco-based food products, food safety and quality standards in coconut processing, packaging and branding for coconut products, sustainable coconut agribusiness models, opportunities in coconut agritourism, and integrating coconut-based urban gardening to foster green skills and sustainability.
TGP Summit 2025
Simultaneously, the DA-ATI CALABARZON, as the lead agency for the TGP, in partnership with the Cavite State University (CvSU), the Provincial Government of Cavite, and the Southern Tagalog Agriculture, Aquatic, and Resources Research Development and Extension Consortium (STAARRDEC) will spearhead the TGP Summit 2025 on November 19-21, 2025, at CvSU, Indang, Cavite.
The TGP Summit will gather implementers from across the region to strengthen collaboration, exchange best practices, and recognize outstanding contributions to the program. Guided by the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)—the Summit will emphasize inclusive and sustainable agricultural transformation through innovation and multi-sectoral partnerships.
It also aims to recognize the achievements of Farmers’ Information and Technology Services (FITS) Centers and Magsasaka Siyentista who have embraced agricultural technologies, digital innovations, and farmer-led extension systems. By bringing together key stakeholders and promoting collaboration, the summit strengthens the capacity of local actors to respond to current challenges and contribute to the long-term goal of a resilient, inclusive, and modern coconut industry.
Gracing the program are anticipated guests from various implementing agencies of the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP) and Mr. Apl.De.Ap, international artist and founder of the Apl.De.Ap Foundation, who recently launched his project to plant 100 million coconut trees—symbolizing a united front for sustainable coconut industry growth.
Through these back-to-back events, the DA-ATI CALABARZON reaffirms its commitment to building resilient, sustainable, and forward-looking agricultural communities that thrive through innovation, partnership, and shared purpose.
News by: Archie C. Linsasagin (Information Officer II / ISS)
