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KABACAN, Cotabato – The Department of Science and Technology–Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), in partnership with the University of Southern Mindanao (USM), officially launched the Regional Yarn Production and Innovation Center (RYPIC) in Kabacan, Cotabato on June 5, 2026, marking a significant milestone in the development of Mindanao’s textile industry.
As the first facility of its kind in Mindanao and the fourth in the country, RYPIC is expected to improve access to locally produced yarn, strengthen regional textile production, and create new economic opportunities for farmers, weavers, and rural communities across the island.
DOST Secretary Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr. described the facility as a major step toward decentralizing innovation and bringing technology-driven development closer to communities. He noted that the establishment of RYPIC demonstrates the commitment of DOST-PTRI under the FRONTIER Program to strengthen local industries through regional innovation hubs, enabling communities to benefit directly from science and technology interventions.
The center addresses a growing demand for yarn in SOCCSKSARGEN, which DOST-PTRI data identifies as one of the country’s leading regions in handloom weaving communities and practicing weavers. Strategically located in Cotabato, the facility is positioned to serve weaving communities across SOCCSKSARGEN, Northern Mindanao, the Davao Region, and the Zamboanga Peninsula.
According to DOST-PTRI Director Dr. Julius L. Leaño Jr., the launch of RYPIC is not only about establishing infrastructure but also about developing a textile innovation ecosystem that connects fiber producers, yarn manufacturers, weavers, researchers, local governments, and industry stakeholders. He emphasized that the initiative combines technological innovation with the region’s rich textile traditions, creating a foundation for sustainable growth while preserving cultural heritage and supporting local livelihoods.
The facility is expected to become a critical link in the region’s growing textile value chain. Fiber sources include pineapple leaves from plantations in Polomolok, South Cotabato; abaca from Lake Sebu; and cotton from farms in Sarangani Province, all processed through the Natural Textile Fiber Innovation Hub in Tacurong, Sultan Kudarat.
By transforming agricultural by-products into valuable textile materials, the initiative promotes circular economy practices while opening additional income streams for farming communities. Farmers can now derive value not only from their primary agricultural products but also from materials that were previously considered waste.
DOST Undersecretary for Regional Operations Engr. Sancho A. Maborrang highlighted the broader socioeconomic impact of the facility, noting that its annual production capacity of approximately 13 tons of natural textile fiber blended yarns can help generate sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural communities throughout SOCCSKSARGEN and the rest of Mindanao. He underscored that the initiative demonstrates the growing competitiveness of Philippine natural textile fibers and their potential to meet both local and international market demands.
The project is expected to directly benefit farming groups such as the POLO Multi-Purpose Cooperative and Sta. Cruz Multi-Purpose Cooperative, while supporting approximately 1,982 handloom weavers across Mindanao through improved access to locally produced yarn.
Further strengthening the region’s textile industry, DOST-PTRI is also advancing the development of a bamboo textile fiber facility in Maramag, Bukidnon. The upcoming facility will process underutilized bamboo species into textile fibers, complementing the operations of RYPIC and expanding the range of sustainable raw materials available for yarn production.
Once fully operational, the center is projected to produce between 50 and 75 kilograms of yarn daily, equivalent to approximately 270 meters of handloom-woven fabric measuring one meter in width. With yarn valued at around ₱1,800 per kilogram, the facility is expected to generate between ₱25 million and ₱72 million in annual revenue while reducing dependence on imported yarn and stimulating greater weaving activity throughout Mindanao.
Through investments in regional innovation infrastructure, sustainable fiber development, and community-based production systems, RYPIC represents a significant step toward building a resilient Philippine textile industry that creates opportunities from farm to fabric while empowering communities across Mindanao.(Nelson Santos)
A Medical and Dental Mission was successfully conducted by the Provincial Government of Cavite on June 3, in Brgy. Pasong Camachile I, City of General Trias, serving a total of 600 patients.
Services provided include medical consultations, dental consultations and tooth extraction, ECG procedures, and FBS tests. Free prescribed medicines were also distributed by the Office of the Provincial Governor’s Medical Mission Team.
The activity was attended by Board Member Kerby Salazar, who joined the community in supporting the delivery of essential healthcare services to local residents.
The activity was made possible through the dedication and service of healthcare professionals from Office of the Provincial Health Officer and Rural Health Unit of the City of General Trias, bringing accessible healthcare services to the community. — OPIO
On June 4, the Provincial Government of Cavite’s (PGC) health outreach initiative was conducted in Poblacion III, General Emilio Aguinaldo (Bailen), benefiting a total of 454 individuals through medical, dental, and diagnostic services.
Prescribed medicines and vitamins were likewise distributed free of charge to complement the patients’ overall healthcare needs.
The PGC’s medical and dental mission program continues its journey across the province, bringing quality healthcare services closer to every Caviteño. — OPIO
On May 28, the Provincial Government of Cavite, in partnership with LGU Tanza, successfully conducted a free Operation Tuli Program at Phirst Park Homes Clubhouse in Brgy. Tanauan, Tanza.
Twelve young boys received free circumcision services performed by medical professionals from the Rural Health Unit of Tanza, with the assistance of barangay health workers. The Office of the Provincial Governor’s medical mission team also provided medicines to the beneficiaries to support their recovery after the procedure.
The activity highlights the continued commitment of the Provincial Government of Cavite to provide accessible healthcare services and promote the health and well-being of the community. — OPIO
The Provincial Government of Cavite, through the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist headed by Engr. Anna Pamela Nova-Cruz, successfully conducted the 1st Agriculture and Fishery Provincial Forum with the theme, “Sama-samang Paghabi ng Kabuhayan at Kaunlaran para sa Magsasaka at Mangingisda ng Cavite,” on June 2, at the New Provincial Government Center in Trece Martires City.
The forum gathered farmers, fisherfolk, agricultural stakeholders, and representatives from various government and financial institutions to strengthen collaboration and provide information on programs and services aimed at improving the livelihood and productivity of Cavite’s agriculture and fisheries sectors.
Present during the event were Governor Francisco Gabriel Remulla and 8th District Board Member Jasmin Maligaya-Bautista, who both conveyed their messages of support and reaffirmed the Provincial Government’s commitment to advancing the welfare of farmers and fisherfolk. They emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships among government agencies, financial institutions, and local communities to ensure sustainable agricultural and fisheries development in the province.
One of the highlights of the forum was the presentation of various programs, projects, and services available to farmers and fisherfolk from participating agencies. Resource representatives from the Agricultural Training Institure, Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region IV-A, Bureau of Plant Industry, Department of Agriculture Region IV-A, Department of Trade and Industry-Cavite, Department of Labor and Employment – Cavite, Philippine Coconut Authority, Land Bank of the Philippines – San Agustin Branch, Rural Bank of Angeles – Trece Branch, Office of the Provincial Veterinarian, and the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist discussed their respective initiatives, technical assistance, financing opportunities, and support services designed to enhance agricultural productivity and livelihood opportunities.
Following the presentations, participants were given the opportunity to directly consult with representatives from the concerned agencies. The consultation session allowed attendees to raise concerns, seek technical guidance, inquire about available assistance programs, and establish connections with agencies that could support their agricultural and fisheries endeavors.
The forum served as a valuable platform for information sharing, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement, further reinforcing the Provincial Government of Cavite’s dedication to empowering farmers and fisherfolk and fostering inclusive growth and development within the province’s agriculture and fisheries sectors. — OPIO
Tagalog News
Muling napatunayan ang masigasig na serbisyo ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) matapos gawaran ang Tagapangulo nito na si Atty. Marites A. Barrios-Taran ng prestihiyosong parangal na “Sulo ng Pagtataguyod ng Wika.”
Ang parangal ay Ipinagkaloob ng Kapisanan ng mga Filipino Awtor at Manunulat sa Pilipinas (KAFAMPI) noong 31 Mayo 2026 sa Hotel Supreme Convention Plaza, Lungsod Baguio, bilang pagkilala sa patuloy na pag-unlad ng mga programa ng komisyon para sa pambansang wika.
Sa kaniyang opisyal na mensahe, ipinahayag ni Atty. Barrios-Taran na ang parangal ay hindi lámang para sa kaniya, kundi isang malaking pagkilala sa kolektibong lakas at dedikasyon ng buong KWF.
Dahil sa pagkakaisa ng buong komisyon, patuloy na naitataguyod ng KWF ang mga pangunahing gawain nito, tulad ng pagpapalathala ng mga de-kalidad na aklat at babasahin, pagsasagawa ng mga seminar at pagsasanay sa wika, at pangangalap ng mga datos sa malalayong pamayanan sa bansa.
Ang “Sulo sa Pagtataguyod ng Wika” ay ang pinakamataas na gawad sa Gawad Pamana ng Pluma ng KAFAMPI na ipinagkakaloob sa mga indibidwal na nagpakita ng bukod-tanging pamumuno, masigasig na paglilingkod, at makabuluhang ambag sa pagsusulong at pagpapalaganap ng wikang Filipino at mga katutubong wika sa bansa.
Iginagawad ang parangal na ito sa mga lider at tagapagtaguyod ng wika na naging huwaran sa pagpapaunlad ng mga programang pangwika, pagpapatibay ng mga institusyong naglilingkod sa wika at kultura, at pagpapalawak ng mga inisyatibang naglalayong mapanatili, mapagyaman, at maitaguyod ang pambansang identidad sa pamamagitan ng wika.
Kinikilala rin ng parangal na ito ang mahalagang gampanin ng administratibong pamumuno at pampublikong paglilingkod sa paghubog ng mga polisiyang pangwika, pagpapalakas sa ugnayan ng mga institusyong akademiko at pangkultura, at pagsusulong ng ingklusibo at makabayang paggamit ng Filipino at mga katutubong wika tungo sa pambansang kaunlaran.
Isinagawa noong 3 Hunyo 2026 ang pangangalap ng datos para sa Glosaryong Panghanapbuhay sa Pagpapalayok at Pagpaparol sa Brgy. Gatbuca, Calumpit, Bulacan at ang gawaing ito ay bahagi ng proyektong Diksiyonaryo bílang pagpapalawak ng bokabularyong panteknolohiya at panghanapbuhay.
Kabilang sa mga ininterbiyu sina Carmelita F. Baluyot, hulíng magpapalayok sa lugar; Milagros Ramos-Lugto, magpapalayok at may-ari ng Milabel Pottery; at Juanito Mallari Sr., magpapasô, mulâ sa Brgy. Gatbuca, Calumpit, Bulacan; pati si G. Rolando S. Quiambao na tinaguriang Parol King ng San Fernando, Pampanga.
Layunin ng gawain na magtipon ng mga terminong panghanapbuhay na nakatuon sa pagpapalayok at pagpaparol sa mga pangunahing lugar na isinasagawa ito, kabilang ang Bulacan at Pampanga. Ang mga terminong malilikom at maidokumento ay gagamiting panimulang glosaryo para sa higit pang pagpapalawak ng pananaliksik sa wika at kultura.
Pinangunahan ng KWF ang gawain, sa ilalim ng Sangay ng Leksikograpiya at Korpus ng Pilipinas kasama sina Jennifer Bactol, Mae Ann Cansino, Earvin Christian Pelagio, at Julius Pontillas. Katuwang sa gawaing ito sina Dr. Mary S. Bulaong, Direktor ng Sentro ng Wika at Kultura, at G. Manolito G. Mata ng Bulacan State University, Kgg. Levi Peralta-Gallardo ng Brgy. Gatbuca, Prop. Roilingel P. Calilun, Direktor ng Sentro ng Wika at Kultura ng Pampanga State University, at LGU Tourism Office ng San Fernando, Pampanga.
MILYONG halaga ng hinihinalang shabu ang nasabat matapos ang pagkakaaresto sa tatlong High-Value Individuals (HVIs) kaugnay ng ikinasang magkasanib na operasyon ng kapulisan kamakailan sa Dasmariñas City, Cavite.
Kinilala sa mga alyas ang tatlong suspek na sina Monyo, Ryan, at Angel, pawang residente ng Barangay Paliparan 3, Dasmariñas City.
Ikinasa ang joint buy-bust operation sa Mabuhay City, Barangay Paliparan 3, Dasmariñas City, dakong alas 6:15 ng gabi nitong Hunyo 9.
Pinangunahan ng mga tauhan ng Provincial Drug Enforcement Unit (PDEU) ng Cavite Police Provincial Office ang nasabing operasyon katuwang ang mga operatiba ng Dasmariñas City Component Police Station, na may koordinasyon sa Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency.
Naging matagumpay ang operasyon dahil bukod sa pagkakaaresto sa mga suspek ay nakumpiska sa kanilang pag-iingat ang dalawang knot-tied transparent plastic ice bag at tatlong heat-sealed transparent plastic sachet na naglalaman ng puting crystalline substance na hinihinalang shabu, na may kabuuang timbang na mahigit o mas mababa sa 200 gramo at tinatayang Standard Presyo ng Gamot na P1,360,000.
Kumpiskado rin ang isang Five Hundred Peso (P500.00) bill na may serial number na BG505167 na ginamit bilang buy-bust money; at isang Android cellular phone.
Ang ikalawang limbag na gabay-aklat ay para sa mga guro, mag-aaral, manunulat, at sinumang nais mapayaman ang kaalaman sa wikang Ilokano.
Maaaring makipag-ugnayan sa Komisyoner sa Ilokano, Dr. Benjamin M. Mendillo, Jr., para makakuha ng libreng sipi nito mula sa Aklat ng Bayan, Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF).
Gayundin, maaaring makipag-ugnayan sa GUMIL FILIPINAS at Chapters nito para sa distribusyon ng naturang aklat na malapit sa inyong lugar.
Patuloy nating pahalagahan at paunlarin ang mga wika sa Pilipinas bilang bahagi ng ating kultura, pagkakakilanlan, at pagkakaisa.
Pormal nang iniharap ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) ang Presentasyon ng Proyektong Bantayog-Wika 2026 sa Lokal na Pamahalaan (LGU) ng Kalibo noong 21 Mayo 2026 sa Kalibo, Aklan. Target ng proyekto na maitayo ang kauna-unahang Bantayog-Wika sa lalawigan bago matapos ang taon.
Sa pangunguna ni Komisyoner Carmelita C. Abdurahaman, tinalakay sa presentasyon ang mga layunin, adhikain, modelo, at teknikal na aspekto ng proyekto kay Bise Alkalde at Kasalukuyang Nanunungkulang Alkalde ng Kalibo, Kgg. Phillip Yerro Kimpo Jr. Nagpahayag din ng buong suporta sa makasaysayang inisyatibang ito si Atty. Marites A. Barrios-Taran, Tagapangulo ng KWF.
Bilang bahagi ng paghahanda, nagsagawa ng ocular inspection sina Tagapangulong Barrios-Taran at si Komisyoner Abdurahman sa Pastrana Park, na matatagpuan mismo sa sentro ng poblacion ng Kalibo. Ang lugar ay potensiyal at praktikal na lokasyon para sa pagpapatayo ng bantayog.
Ang Bantayog-Wika ng Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino ay isang mahalagang proyekto na naglalayong kilalanin, pangalagaan, at ipagmalaki ang yamang-wika at kultura ng bawat rehiyon sa Pilipinas.
