Livelihood kits for farming groups
Pilmico Foods Corp. and Aboitiz Foundation Inc. (AFI), in partnership with the Department of Agriculture (DA), gave 12 sets of egg machine kits to farming organizations from Region III.
Aboitiz Group’s food subsidiary, Pilmico, aims to provide the farmers with additional sustainable agribusinesses in the form of Pilmico poultry feeds, an egg weighing scale and animal health products.
Pilmico and AFI also provided the farmers with technical assistance to maximise the use of the livelihood kits and to be more sustainable. Those farmers who have little or no experience in poultry management can become efficient poultry farmers, have alternative sources of income, and at the same time provide fresh eggs for their community.
The egg machine livelihood kits were distributed to 12 farmer organizations in Tarlac, Nueva Ecija, Pampanga, and Zambales. Beneficiaries include: Carmen Farmers Agriculture Cooperative, Apung Anton Farmers Association Inc., Mexico United Farmers & People Association, Amucao Seed Growers, Agro-Industrial Cooperative, and Responsible on Development for Upland Farmers in Re-covering Kalikasan.
More perks, benefits urged for green industries to create jobs
Deputy Speaker and Las Pinas Rep. Camille Villar has sought broader government incentive schemes to companies going green or those that adopt eco-friendly practices.
In filing House Resolution No. 2483, the lawmaker said providing perks and additional benefits to companies that adopt green techniques will inspire private investments toward a more sustainable future that could result in more employment opportunities for Filipinos.
“In order to spur the green industry, the government should expand its incentive program beyond the manufacturing sector and promote more green firms, particularly micro, small and medium enterprises, that adopt an eco-friendly approach in their operations,” Villar said.
“Incentivizing green industries means promoting them, it is a sunshine sector and hence, it will mean more jobs. It will pave the way for new employment and opportunities for young people and new graduates,” she added.
Villar said it is important for businesses to start improving their practices
According to the lone district representative, the government enacted Republic Act 10771 or the Philippine Green Jobs Act in 2016 to pave the way for more green jobs or employment that promotes preservation of the environment.
The Board of Investments had also implemented capital equipment perks and income tax holiday to the manufacturing industry and its sub-sectors, in particular those that help save energy and natural resources.
“While consumers need to be fully aware of the need and importance of buying from sustainable firms, entities must also be rewarded for employing eco-friendly methods in order to reduce their costs and result in lower prices,” Villar added.
J-beauty brand now in PH
Hada Labo, the cult Japanese skin care brand used by Asian superstars like Blackpink’s Jisoo, Jun Ji Hyun and Jeon Somi, was recently launched in the Philippines with the introduction of products like the Shiro Jyun Arbutin Whitening Lotion, Goku Jyun Hydrating Lotion.
The Goku Jyun Hydrating Lotion, Japan’s number one face lotion, is infused with four types of hyaluronic acid to harness their water-binding power and fully hydrate skin while.
Shiro Jyun Premium Whitening Lotion contains tranexamic acid that effectively helps fight dark spots, rebalance skin tone, and restore skin radiance. Both lines also have their own face wash and cream selections to complete a simple yet effective three-step routine.
Hada Labo is available in Watsons and at the official Mentholatum store on Lazada and Shopee.
Keto-friendly pastries
Figaro Coffee has developed some keto-friendly pastries to cater to the needs of health-conscious clients.
These include the Keto Coconut Tiramisu and the Sugar-free Keto Brownies, made with ingredients that are high in healthy fats, an adequate amount of protein and natural sweeteners like monk fruit, stevia and erythritol.
The products were launched in Metro Manila stores early this year. The coffee chain looks to keep its Keto products a mainstay on the menu.
Key to thriving business
Businesses should pay close attention to how customers think and feel, especially in today’s retail landscape, according to neuroscience coach Ben Ampil in a webinar for Araneta City lessees.
“Shopping involves emotions, and that is something that you as players in the retail industry must capitalize on and do excellently, and the problem is that the world is changing because of COVID. All of us, most importantly your shoppers, are worried,” Ampil said. “These psychological changes can be difficult to reverse because what we experienced caused our brain structures to change.”
Aside from the discussion on shopper behavior, also highlighted in this webinar are the exciting activities, promos, and events that Araneta City lessees can join.
Honda’s special deals
Honda Cars Philippines Inc. (HCPI) is offering exclusive special offers, including the All-New Civic 1.5 S Turbo Honda SENSING and Honda BR-V.
With the extension of “Choose Your Own Deals” campaign, customers may avail different promo features until Feb. 28, 2022.
Customers have the chance to avail the All-New Civic 1.5 S Turbo Honda SENSING with a promo discount of P20,000.
Special offers on a brand new Honda BR-V go for discounts ranging from P40,000 to P90,000. Buyers can even choose among other packaged deals which includes some exciting perks such as a free one year PMS worth P12,250.
All current Honda owners who will purchase any variant of the City (sedan), BR-V, Brio, CR-V, HR-V, and All-New City Hatchback will receive an additional promo discount of P10,000 on top of other promotions.
A special, all-in financing program is applicable for 10 percent downpayment with 36-60 months payment terms for select models are available.
Free telemedicine packages via DiskarTech
Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) provides support to teachers, transport network vehicle service (TNVS) personnel, essential workers, and other frontliners with free telemedicine services via the DiskarTech super app.
Through its TelemediWOW promo, the first 1,000 frontliners and riders will be able to avail of the app’s unlimited one-month teleconsultation service for free until March 31. To avail of this promo, frontliners who have downloaded DiskarTech and registered their accounts must subscribe to DiskarTech’s Telekonsulta Unli service for only P50. As soon as they register, they are guaranteed with a 100-percent cashback.
With the challenges on the ground making face-to-face consultation nearly impossible and basic healthcare less accessible, patients who would opt to do virtual medical consultations will benefit from DiskarTech’s Unli Telekonsulta. For a minimum fee, users who subscribe to the service will be able to avail of unlimited medical consultation and 24/7 access to nurses and doctors via DiskarTech’s partner, Philippine Natural Telehealth.
Ceres holds stockholders’ meeting
Ceres Transport Inc. (CTI), one of the companies owned and managed by the Yanson Group of Bus Companies held its annual stockholders’ meeting on February 07, 2022. CTI plies major routes in Luzon.
Yanson matriarch Olivia V. Yanson led the meeting and annual election of directors.
Re-elected directors are Olivia V. Yanson, Leo Rey Yanson, Ginnette Y. Dumancas, Charles M. Dumancas, Rey C. Ardo, Daniel Nicolas P. Golez, Arvin John V. Villaruel, Anita G. Chua, Joseph Ellery L. Villanueva, Hernan B. Omecillo and Alfredo O. Ligo.
Leo Rey V. Yanson said the company is committed to providing the riding public with the most reliable means of public transportation amid the challenges of the pandemic.
Hospital on Wheels
Cardinal Santos Medical Center (CSMC) has expanded its mobile clinic program with their latest healthcare innovation, Hospital on Wheels.
The Hospital on Wheels is a larger, 32-foot, ten-wheeler mobile clinic, and is fully equipped to accommodate a variety of hospital services like laboratory tests such as Urinalysis, Fecalysis, and Complete Blood Count among others, and is capable of specialized tests like ECG, Ultrasound, and 2D-Echo. Finally, CSMC’s top medical professionals and staff can also conduct consultations.
While the initial program was developed out of CSMC’s desire to meet the medical needs of the community and reach as many patients who need medical care, the Hospital on Wheels takes it one step further by bringing it to corporate partners, small to medium enterprises, private villages and condominiums.
