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Philippines Holds 5TH National Bamboo Conference in Dumaguete

Stakeholders in the bamboo industry all over the country are expected to come up with a common agenda during the three-day 5th National Bamboo Conference slated in Dumaguete from February 7-9.

At a press conference Tuesday evening, key officials from national and international groups advocating the use of bamboo and its end-products highlighted the gains of the non-wood forest product in furniture making, food, crafts, music and dance, building and construction, among others.

Philippines to Benefit From Craze for Virgin Coconut Oil

The country can reposition itself as the largest global supplier of virgin coconut oil (VCO) as international cosmetics industry clamor for more supply, an official of the Philippine Coconut Authority said on Wednesday.

In a study titled “State of the Art VCO production in the Philippines” PCA Deputy Administrator Carlos Carpio said market positioning of the VCO has to be assured through quality and price competitiveness to maintain the country’s present status as the leading exporter of VCO in the world.