Women entrepreneurs in Muntinlupa are set to expand their reach and impact following the modernization of the Muntinlupa Training and Resource Center for Women.
The Department of Agriculture, through its KADIWA Financial Grant Assistance Program, released P2.5 million for the expansion. The city government added P1.5 million, bringing the total investment to P4 million.
The renovated facility now features modern meat and fish processing equipment, allowing local women’s cooperatives to produce preservative-free tapa, tocino, longganisa, milkfish (bangus), and other value-added products.
The upgrade is intended to strengthen food safety compliance, improve product quality, and enhance market competitiveness.
Genevieve Velicaria-Guevarra, Department of Agriculture assistant secretary for agribusiness, marketing, and consumer affairs, said the program empowers women as key drivers of local economic growth.
“This is a concrete step to empower women, enhance income, and strengthen food security in the community,” she said.
Senator Imee Marcos also lauded the program as a catalyst for women-led enterprises, while Muntinlupa Mayor Ruffy Biazon noted that the facility promotes skills development, sustainable livelihoods, and long-term community growth.
