Blog Feed: Investment and Livelihood Resources

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – June 2012

Published on 2012-05-25 23:35:53

BusinessCoach, Inc. Purchasing Management – June 1 (P 3,000) Starting a Meat Shop Business – June 1 (P 3,000) How to Start and Operate a Laundry Business – June 1 (P 3,000) How to Start and Manage a Manpower Agency – June 2 (P 3,000) Starting a Catering Business – June 2 (P 3,000) Effective [...] > read more

Culture of Angelfish

Published on 2012-05-23 18:48:16

Angelfish is a freshwater ornamental fish with laterally compressed round body and elongated triangular shaped dorsal and anal fins. It is a piscivorous species that prey on small fish and other macro-invertebrates. It is a hardy species and can attain a maximum size of 12-15cm in length. It is one of the species with high [...] > read more

Culture of Red Tilapia (Filipino)

Published on 2012-05-21 23:11:23

Taong 1980’s unang inalagaan ang red tilapia sa Pilipinas. Bukod sa pagkamapula, mataas na kalidad, presyo, matatag sa sakit ay masarap din ang laman nito. Karaniwang luto nito ay pasingaw o sweet and sour na inihahain sa mga first class hotels at restaurants. Ang mga sumusunod ang wastong pamamaraan ng pag-aalaga nito: Pagpili ng Lugar [...] > read more

Free Training on Entrepreneurship

Published on 2012-05-14 02:11:03

The Bureau of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development (BMSMED) continues to hold free entrepreneurship briefing sessions every Tuesdays at the BMSMED Training Room from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m. This initiative aims to support aspiring entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary skills to help them respond to the challenges of running a business. Resource [...] > read more

Cage Culture of Silver Pompano

Published on 2012-05-12 04:37:30

Aquaculture’s role in the Philippine fisheries industry has dramatically increased in the recent years. In 2007, 47% of the overall fish supply was contributed by aquaculture alone (BAS Regional Production Data, 2007). With regards to cultured species, the paradigm shift from the promotion of traditional species to high-value species is gaining momentum with considerable impact [...] > read more

Citrus Production

Published on 2012-05-06 18:36:36

Common Citrus Varieties Calamondin – This is locally known as kalamansi. Its tree is small with upright branches. Its leaves are broadly oval, dark green on the upper surface and pale green underneath. Its fruits are small, ranging from 0.3 to 3.5 cm long and 3.8 to 4.5 cm in diameter. The juice is rich [...] > read more

Vermicomposting: Turning Trash to Cash

Published on 2012-05-03 21:28:34

Philippine Agriculture has been faced with problems on low productivity, low income of rural households and pollutive disposal of farm wastes due to the burning of crop residue and dumping of animal wastes into bodies of water. Low productivity especially in crop production is largely due to the declining fertility of the soil brought about [...] > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – May 2012

Published on 2012-04-27 18:22:18

BusinessCoach, Inc. Contract Administration for Infrastructure Projects – May 3 (P 3,000) Construction Claims Management – May 4 (P 3,000) Purchasing Management – May 4 (P 3,000) Starting a Meat Shop Business – May 4 (P 3,000) How to Start and Manage a Manpower Agency – May 5 (P 3,000) Starting a Catering Business – [...] > read more

How to Make Hamonadong Bangus

Published on 2012-04-26 18:54:00

Materials  needed: Bangus (259 grams in size or more) Marinating solution: 800 Salometer brine (composed of 267.03 grams of salt per liter of water) 250 grams brown sugar 6 pcs bay leaves nutmeg black pepper prague powder paprika Procedure Wash milkfish then split . Remove all internal organs and false kidney. Debone.  Simmer the marinating [...] > read more

Rice-Fish Integrated Farming System Part II

Published on 2012-04-24 18:21:24

Raising Colocasia Colocasia sp., an aquatic plant also known as taro, is an excellent food material. It can be grown as an added commodity in a rice-fish farm. Practically, all parts of the plant can be eaten (tubers, stalks and leaves). It can also be utilized as food for fish and animals, especially pigs. The [...] > read more

Rice-Fish Integrated Farming System Part I

Published on 2012-04-24 09:27:22

Guimba, Nueva Ecija, in the Philippines has rainfed and irrigated rice-based agriculture. In rainfed areas, rice is grown during the wet season and remains fallow during the rest of the year. In irrigated condition, rice grown during the wet season is followed by another crop of rice during the dry season. Ricefish culture is practiced [...] > read more

Herbal Medication for Livestock

Published on 2012-04-18 02:35:38

Plant-Based Livestock Medication The rising cost of animal drugs is one of the (livestock) farmer’s biggest problem. Compounding the situation is the remoteness of villagers to towns where they could avail of the services of animal technicians or veterinarians to provide the needed animal health care. Commercial drugs can be difficult to obtain in remote [...] > read more

Backyard Piggery Project

Published on 2012-04-12 04:31:46

Although demand for pork in many areas is high, the rising cost of production discourages many small farmers from attempting to raise swine on a small scale. The use of commercial feeds is one of the main reasons for high production costs. Purchased feeds can constitute 60-80% of total expenses. Once an animal is sold, [...] > read more

Improving the Native Chicken Breed

Published on 2012-04-03 03:33:53

Majority of small and marginal farmers raise native chicken in their backyards. The native chicken are nondescript, mongrel birds that have evolved from jungle fowls interbred with domesticated ones brought into the country by early Chinese, Spanish and Dutch traders and settlers. The native chicken have adapted themselves to adverse conditions in small farms – [...] > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – April 2012

Published on 2012-03-27 18:11:40

BusinessCoach, Inc. Internet Marketing Seminar – April 2 (P 3,000) Starting a Silkscreen Printing Business – April 2 (P 3,000) Telephone Skills Training – April 3 (P 3,000) Competency-Based Development of HR Policies and Procedures – April 4 (P 3,000) Starting a Tutorial Center – April 4 (P 3,000) Effective Collection Management and Strategies – [...] > read more

Fuel From Farm Wastes

Published on 2012-03-26 03:42:41

Briquettes: Fuel from farm wastes Benefits: To make good use of rice hulls and cow dung (if available). Briquettes are convenient to store in homes than loose rice hulls. Saves on wood fuel and other fuel resources. Procedure: source: www.nzdl.org, photo from wealthfromwaste.com > read more

Proper Handling of Garden Produce

Published on 2012-03-21 21:06:46

I. Conserving and safeguarding quality and freshness of garden produce After harvest, the quality of fruits and vegetables cannot be improved but can only be maintained for a certain period of time. Therefore, proper care should start with harvesting. Time of Harvesting Fruit-bearing vegetables should be harvested as soon as the dew dries in the [...] > read more

Green Mussle (Mollusc) Culture

Published on 2012-03-15 22:18:00

The green bay mussel or tahong (Perna viridis) is a popular and delicious food item. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, protein and carbohydrates. Green mussels were originally regarded as pests before World War II because they competed with food and space in oyster farms. In 1950, it was recognized as a primary bivalve food. [...] > read more

How to Setup Metal Working Business

Published on 2012-03-07 00:51:58

Making a living from a small-scale metalworking depends on being able to make products that customers want. So it is important to find out what people are looking for. It is also important to make good quality items that will not fail, and it is important to get the price right. This technical brief looks [...] > read more

How to Setup a Blacksmithing Business

Published on 2012-03-04 17:45:06

Blacksmithing transforms metals in its physical structure and appearance by heating and hammering. In this brief, materials are restricted ferrous metals, that is, the range of irons and steels. The smithy contains five main things to aid the blacksmith in their work. There needs to be a heat source or hearth to get the material [...] > read more

Forecasting Sales and the Future of Your Business

Published on 2012-03-02 23:44:39

Forecasting sales is vital to all business. Far from being just guesswork, it is a scientific technique that predicts future sales by analyzing past and current sales trends and the variables that affect it. However, since forecasts are often wrong, many people tend to downgrade its worth. This betrays a gross ignorance of the role [...] > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – March 2012

Published on 2012-03-01 19:10:57

BusinessCoach, Inc. Starting a Water Refilling Station – March 1 (P 3,000) How to Start and Operate a Laundry Business – March 2 (P 3,000) Purchasing Management – March 2 (P 3,000) Starting a Meat Shop Business – March 2 (P 3,000) Starting a Catering Business – March 3 (P 3,000) Effective Employee Discipline – [...] > read more

5th PIFBEX 2012

Published on 2012-02-29 00:54:03

What:  5th PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL FOOD & BEVERAGE EXPO When: March 1-4, 2012 Where: CCP COMPLEX, Roxas Blvd. Pasay City With the overwhelming success of PIFBEX 2011 the PHILIPPINE INTERNATIONAL FOOD & BEVERAGE EXPO will continuously be the MOST ANTICIPATED FOOD AND BEVERAGE EXPO in the country providing the supply solution in this industry. As a [...] > read more

How to Process Honey

Published on 2012-02-20 21:12:37

Many species of bees collect nectar which they convert in to honey and store as a food source. However, only bees which live together in large colonies store appreciable quantities of honey. These are bees of the genus Apis and some of the Meliponinae (stingless bees). Bees prepare honey mainly from the nectar of flowers, [...] > read more

The Process of Drying Ginger

Published on 2012-02-18 03:20:38

Ginger is an upright tropical plant (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) that grows to about 1 metre tall. It originated in India and is now produced in tropical climates throughout the world; China, Taiwan, Nigeria, Jamaica, Mauritius and Australia are the major producers. The largest markets for ground ginger are the United Kingdom, Yemen, the USA, Middle [...] > read more

Tips to Improve Strawberry Production

Published on 2012-02-15 21:40:55

They are red and seeded on the outside, fleshy and juicy in the inside. They have this small, regal looking, green leafy cap and stem that adorn its crown. That’s fresh, plump strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) for you. But their fine-looking appearance does not last long. Strawberries are delicate, requiring gentle handling to prevent bruising. In [...] > read more

How to Start a Printing Press in 9 Steps

Published on 2012-01-29 17:49:38

If you can secure a client with large printing needs, having a printing press may indeed make you feel that you are printing money. Here are basic the steps to start your own printing press: 1. Determine what market niche you wish to target. Most printers are commercial printers which mean they print almost any [...] > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – February 2012

Published on 2012-01-27 02:16:18

BusinessCoach, Inc. Events Management Training – February 1 (P 3,000) Photography Workshop (for Business and Hobby) – February 1 (P 3,000) Competency-Based Development of HR Policies and Procedures – February 2 (P 3,000) Starting a Water Refilling Station – February 2 (P 3,000) How to Start and Operate a Laundry Business – February 3 (P [...] > read more

Strawberry Farming and Production

Published on 2012-01-19 22:12:56

They are red and seeded on the outside, fleshy and juicy in the inside. They have this small, regal-looking, green leafy cap and stem that adorn its crown. That’s fresh, plump strawberry (Fragaria ananassa) for you. But their fine-looking appearance does not last long. Strawberries are delicate, requiring gentle handling to prevent bruising. There can [...] > read more

How to Invest in the Philippine Stock Market

Published on 2012-01-10 17:23:50

If you are looking for an investment with high returns and low initial investment then putting your money in the stock market may be right move for you. Many people have made millions buying and selling stocks. However, many people too have lost money due to both ignorance and bad luck. To minimize the risk [...] > read more

Planting and Production of Annato Seeds

Published on 2012-01-09 02:49:37

Annato or achuete is commonly grown in backyard gardens in the country. Seeds are used for dyes and food coloring, especially for butter. It is also used in making polishes for russet leather. The dye is obtained from the pulp around the seed by soaking them in the water. The pigment that settles to the [...] > read more

Happy New Year 2012!

Published on 2012-01-01 07:37:55

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Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – January 2012

Published on 2011-12-28 00:04:01

BusinessCoach, Inc. Food Safety: A Basic Training on HACCP – January 5 (P 3,000) Starting a Water Refilling Station – January 5 (P 3,000) Starting a Water Refilling and Laundry Shop Business – January 5-6 (P 6,000) How to Start and Operate a Laundry Business – January 6 (P 3,000) Purchasing Management – January 6 [...] > read more

Dehydration Process of Garlic

Published on 2011-12-13 20:53:55

Garlic (Allium sativum Linn.), commonly called bawang, belongs to the liliaceae or sibuyas family. It is an annual herb consisting mainly of a bulb, also called head, which in turn is divided into several sections called cloves. Each clove has a separate skin or peel that is usually removed before using. Propagation Garlic is propagated [...] > read more

Growing Cabbage in Lowland Farms

Published on 2011-07-05 05:29:33

Farmers in the upland and mid-elevation areas of the country used to be the only successful growers of the highly nutritious high-value vegetables brassicas or crucifers. But the development, production and commercial distribution of heat-tolerant, l > read more

Growing Chinese Cabbage

Published on 2011-07-04 05:37:08

Chinese cabbage, which is either of the heading or non-heading type, refers to several brassicas that are considerably different from each other. Cultural practices are the same as for regular cabbage, although Chinese cabbage matures more quickly an > read more

Iron Foundry Basics

Published on 2011-07-01 21:14:39

What is ironfounding? Ironfounding is fundamental to modern industry, yet it can be equally well operated on a small scale by small numbers of people in rural areas. Iron shapes or “castings” are made by pouring molten metal into moulds m > read more

Free Skills and Livelihood Seminar – July 2011

Published on 2011-06-28 18:24:30

To further boost economic activity in the SME field, the DTI annually holds the SME Development Week every second week of July. “Themed Pinoy SME: Business Tayo! as the rallying call for the SME Development Plan from 2011 to 2016, the SME Summi > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – July 2011

Published on 2011-06-26 18:35:53

BusinessCoach, Inc. Competitive Selling Techniques – July 5 (P 3,000) Apartment and Commercial Stall Rental Business – July 5 (P 3,000) How to Make Elegant Beaded Jewelry – July 5 (P 3,000) Balloon Printing and Designing – July 7 (P 3,000) Pe > read more

How to Grow and Propagate Anthurium

Published on 2011-06-23 03:06:50

These plants are mainly from tropical America. They are grown for their brightly colored flower spathes or their ornamental leaves. Anthurium andraeanum is a native of Columbia that has orange-red spathes and large heart-shaped leaves. Anthurium crys > read more

How to Start a Pharmacy

Published on 2011-06-20 18:14:00

Medicine is one of the basic needs of every society. This explains why drugstores continue to flourish in sales despite the economic crisis. In the Philippines, for instance, the market for pharmaceuticals is over P110 billion. You will notice, too, > read more

Starting a Money Changing Business

Published on 2011-06-17 22:12:39

There are many places that have a strong demand for a money changing business. The growth of tourism and our large OFW population has guaranteed a huge market to be tapped by money changers. This is one opportunity you may not want to miss. It is a s > read more

How to Make Cassava Cheese Crackers

Published on 2011-06-14 20:00:06

Ingredients: 2 1/2 c wheat flour 2 1/2 c cassava flour 1/2 c sugar 1 tbsp margarine 1 tbsp baking powder 1 1/2 c water Procedure: Sift together the measured flour and baking powder. Mix sugar, margarine and oil into the flour mixture. Add water and g > read more

Wind, the Clean Alternative and Renewable Energy

Published on 2011-06-12 21:36:51

Wind is simply air in motion. It is caused by the sun’s uneven heating of the Earths surface: This happens when the Earth s surface which is made of different types of land and water, absorbs the sun s heat at different rates. The presence of c > read more

Growing and Production of Sweet Peas (Sitsaro)

Published on 2011-06-10 09:54:31

Sweet pea or “citzaro”, as locally called, is a cool climate annual legume raised for its edible pods and matured seeds. Varieties Sugar Pea Oregon – stringless green and flat pod. Best suited to Tropical conditions, heat resistance > read more

A Simple Solar Dryer

Published on 2011-06-07 18:01:16

This dryer is a mud brick construction built close to the ground using low-cost materials for all its parts. It is easy to construct and use. It is effective and can meet the needs of the rural economy. This technology is basic but useful so even the > read more

Tips in Starting a Laundry Business

Published on 2011-06-05 18:53:04

Do you want a simple business that has a growing demand and high profit potential? A laundry shop may be your dream business. Reliable “labanderas” are getting harder to find and busy people often have no more time to do their own laundry > read more

How to Make Seaweed Chips (Gracilaria)

Published on 2011-06-03 10:50:39

Gracilaria seaweed, locally known as “Gulaman Dagat” grows abundantly in Lingayen Gulf. This seaweed is edible and eaten fresh in the form of salad by the elders. This seaweed is the source of agar. It is rich in carbohydrates and other n > read more

Manila Food and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX) 2011

Published on 2011-05-31 18:47:53

What: 5th Manila Food and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX) 2011 When: June 15-19, 2011 Where: World Trade Center, Pasay City MAFBEX is the first quality and food and beverages show of Worldbex Services International exclusively dedicated to the suppliers, dist > read more

A Primer on Setting-Up a Cooperative in the Philippines

Published on 2011-05-30 23:12:06

Organizing a cooperative can both be complex and simple. It requires, first of all an understanding of the basic needs of the perspectives cooperative members. It demands patience from the co-organizer who must take the cooperative goal and objective > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – June 2011

Published on 2011-05-26 23:55:03

BusinessCoach, Inc. Apartment and Commercial Stall Rental Business – June 1 (P 3,000) How to Buy and Sell Real Estate Properties – June 2 (P 3,000) Starting an Internet Café Business – June 2 (P 3,000) How to Start and Operate a Pr > read more

Coconut and Cacao Inter-Cropping Model

Published on 2011-05-24 18:53:28

Growing of intercrops in coconut lands produces more food and agricultural products, ensuring food security of the people in rural and urban areas. At the same time, the practice generates jobs and livelihood, enhancing farm incomes and the purchasin > read more

Bio-Sand Water Filter in Rural Homes

Published on 2011-05-23 01:52:21

One approach to household water treatment that has become more popular in recent years is the bio sand water filter. It is a relatively simple approach that can be established using local materials and manufacturing to produce a water treatment techn > read more

Oyster Culture and Production

Published on 2011-05-20 09:52:41

Oyster farming is suitable for small-scale and family business. Oyster or talaba is always in demand, and its culture enjoys the support of the government and various agencies. The country exports oyster to the US, Arabian Peninsula and Japan. In 198 > read more

To be or not to be.. Employee or Employer?

Published on 2011-05-16 18:03:03

You might be thinking which is better — to be an employee or an employer? There is a vast difference between the two, especially on how they make money. We cannot answer this question for you. There are people who would be better off if they be > read more

Growing Vegetables Under Protective Structure

Published on 2011-05-16 04:01:09

Urban and peri-urban vegetable production (UPVP) systems offer farmers enhanced market opportunities with better economic returns. UPVP systems significantly contribute to urban food supplies, especially of vegetables. The impact of UPVP systems is l > read more

Yacon Packs More than a Sweet Punch – Health Study Shows

Published on 2011-05-11 18:02:47

Have you gotten to taste yacon—that crunchy tuber with a sweet applewatermelon taste? If you already had, most likely you were first curious about its much-hyped low-calorie content despite its sweetness. But then again, did you know that yacon may > read more

Guide to Shrimp and Prawn Culture Business

Published on 2011-05-10 18:23:41

Shrimp is the most important commodity, by value, in the international seafood trade. The shrimp industry has grown exponentially in the last decades, and growth is expected to continue for years to come. A new and better technology to culture shrimp > read more

Guide to Milkfish (Bangus) Culture and Fish Processing

Published on 2011-05-08 18:35:15

Milkfish (Chanos chanos) is an important food fish in the Philippines, Taiwan and Indonesia. It is a popular fish for culture because it tolerates a wide variety of salinity, temperature and water quality, adapts well to high density, and reaches mar > read more

Shrimp Culture: Pond Design, Operation and Management

Published on 2011-05-07 02:22:31

Marine shrimp farming is a century-old practice in many Asian countries. Until a decade ago, this commodity was generally considered a secondary crop in traditional fish farming practices. Shrimp fry trapped in salt beds, coastal paddy fields or brac > read more

Growing and Production of Yam (Ube) Rootcrop

Published on 2011-05-03 18:22:07

Yam or ubi is one of the country’s “famine crops”. It is grown backyard and commercial farms. Distinguished from tugui known as the lesser yam, ubi or the greater yam has fleshy underground roots used as staple food in the provinces > read more

Making Calamansi Juice Concentrate

Published on 2011-05-03 08:20:40

Ingredients: 1 kilo calamansi refined white sugar water Utensils: stainless steel strainer stainless steel bowls stainless steel knives plastic chopping board cheesecloth thermometer (dial type) stainless steel casserole measuring cups LPG with stove > read more

How to Grow Cacao Tree

Published on 2011-04-29 08:58:07

Cacao seeds are borne in pods that hang from the branches of the cacao tree. When the red pods become deep red or hen yellow-orange and green pods become yellow, they are ready for harvest. When processed, the seeds or beans are used as flavoring mat > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – May 2011

Published on 2011-04-26 18:14:10

BusinessCoach, Inc. Apartment and Commercial Stall Rental Business – May 3 (P 3,000) Basic Leadership Training – May 4 (P 3,000) How to Buy and Sell Real Estate Properties – May 5 (P 3,000) Starting an Internet Café Business – > read more

IFEX 2011 (International Food Exhibition) Philippines

Published on 2011-04-25 20:13:16

What: 8th International Food Exhibition (IFEX) Philippines 2011 When: 12-14 May 2011 (Thursday– Saturday) Where: SMX Convention Center, Seashell Lane, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City Admission: 1st & 2nd Day – Trade visitors only, 3rd Day > read more

Foodcart Business under P30,000

Published on 2011-04-24 01:33:01

Who say’s you can’t put up a high-quality food cart business under P30,000 or less?  Are  you curious enough to know how much investment needed to put up high-end food carts that sell popular food concept nowadays? Well, two of the most > read more

Cosmic Farm Technology System

Published on 2011-04-17 20:56:56

Crop Plan Crop Rotation – to regenerate the soil and breaking pest life cycle. Intercropping – yacon to brocolli, beans to used the space when the yacon has not yet fully grown. To produce organic seed, as of now we have organic seed R > read more

Backyard Tilapia Production

Published on 2011-04-15 22:53:25

Tilapia is the second most important freshwater food in the Philippines. The most important specie is the Nile (Tilapia nilotica) Tilapia grows very fast and reaches marketable weight of at least 200 grams in less than six months. A backyard fishpond > read more

Buy Franchise or Start Your Own Business

Published on 2011-04-14 04:08:09

If you plan to be an entrepreneur, you must study what is best for your situation, whether to start a business on your own or buy a franchise. Are you willing to share the profits in exchange for the relative safety of a franchise, or do you prefer t > read more

Cheap and Effective Way of Disinfecting Drinking Water

Published on 2011-04-13 05:07:01

Fresh water is an increasingly scarce resource, even more so, access to clean, potable water for people is very limited. An estimated 1.1 billion people or one sixth of the world’s entire population lack a safe water supply through pipes, bore hole > read more

Starting a Business in Mushroom Production

Published on 2011-04-10 03:54:15

Mushroom (rice straw/banana mushroom) is a delicacy and is accepted as a vegetable It is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals It is mixed in various food preparations. This can be sold both in the local and export markets. Production Cost/Capital > read more

Wine Fermentation Kit for Wine-Making Business

Published on 2011-04-07 01:53:50

Wine making is part of Philippine culture. In every region, different kinds of wine are available, representing the ethnic taste of Filipinos (e.g. “Basi”, “Bahalina”, “Tapuy”, and strawberry wine, among others. Th > read more

Postharvest Handling of Cut Flowers

Published on 2011-04-04 21:25:40

Cut flowers are highly perishable. Since flowers are valued for their beauty, it is important that they are handled properly after harvest so that they remain fresh for the longest time possible. Grading and Sorting Sort the flowers according to the > read more

Processing Banana Into Flour

Published on 2011-04-03 20:42:20

Banana fruit is a horticultural commodity that can be processed and preserved to expand its marketing value. Various processed banana products have already been developed, such as, sun-dried banana and banana crispy. A new product with a potential co > read more

How to Make Paper from Durian Rinds

Published on 2011-03-31 20:03:01

Durian is an important cash crop and a champion product in Thailand. It is planted in every region of the country, mostly in the east and the south. Some 70 percent of durian production, in each season, is consumed domestically as fresh fruit; 20 per > read more

Free Business Seminars at DTI (April – May 2011)

Published on 2011-03-28 18:17:44

April 5 Integrated Business Licensing How To Be An Entrepreneur April 12 How To Handle Consumer Complaints How To Sell Products to the Local Market April 26 How To Acquire a BFA0 Certificate Orientation on Shelf-Life Testing and Nutrition Labeling Ma > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – April 2011

Published on 2011-03-27 21:36:39

BusinessCoach, Inc. Basic Leadership Training – April 1 (P 3,000) Starting a Meat Shop Business – April 1 (P 3,000) Starting a Food Cart Business – April 1 (P 3,000) How to Start and Manage a Manpower Agency – April 2 (P 3,000 > read more

How to Make Flavored Soybean Milk

Published on 2011-03-25 18:05:14

Soybean milk is usually produced in its natural flavor. Consequently, its appeal to consumers is limited. A technique to add flavor, especially fruit flavors, has been devised to provide greater varieties of soybean milk, and more nutritional value f > read more

How to Make Bread and Donut Using Rice Flour

Published on 2011-03-24 18:19:15

Rice consumption in most Asian countries is decreasing due to the people’s shift in preference towards simple western food, the increase in the number of working women who are unable to do home cooking, and the change in young people’s ea > read more

Drying Flowers, Extends the Life and Beauty

Published on 2011-03-23 18:50:41

Flowers are important in our lives, as an inspiration and to give peace of mind. However, the life of flowers is short. They soon wilt and die. To overcome this problem, flowers can be dried or preserved in a number of ways (Fig. 1). For decorative p > read more

Start a Business While Still Employed

Published on 2011-03-22 21:53:26

As the saying goes, “No man can serve two masters at the same time.” If you are currently employed, starting a business is a difficult thing to do. Starting a business while currently employed poses many legal, ethical, and technical issues. The > read more

Guide to Retail Clothing Store Business Startup

Published on 2011-03-21 18:18:49

Opening an apparel store is serious business. For some of you, it may mean giving up the safety of your corporate job with its steady income, paid holidays, vacations and the opportunity for advancement. All this, and guaranteed 12- to 14-hour days. > read more

PIFBEX 2011 at WTC

Published on 2011-03-20 18:31:46

What: Philippine International Food & Beverage Expo 2011 When: March 31 – April 2, 2011 Where: World Trade Center, Pasay City Admission: FREE (register at www.pifbex.com) TRADECON, INC. will be staging its 4th International Exposition on Foodse > read more

Starting a Computer Repair and Services Business

Published on 2011-03-16 08:27:18

Almost all small businesses and home offices use computers and depend on them to be working properly. They don’t have the skills, the time or the desire to do their own computer service, repair and upgrades, and that puts us right in the middle > read more

TRC and DOST to Provide Livelihood Assistance to OFWs

Published on 2011-03-13 21:14:13

The Technology Resource Center (TRC) is set to provide special livelihood assistance for the multitude of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) on voluntary repatriation from troubled countries in the Middle East through the Tulong Kababayan program initia > read more

How Retirees Can Turn Into Entrepreneurs

Published on 2011-03-11 00:10:15

Most people who experience a disruption in their career–whether due to retrenchment, retirement, or some other event beyond their control–eventually are able to find another job while the rest either retire for good or become entrepreneur > read more

Simple Way to Make Yogurt

Published on 2011-03-08 17:52:55

Yogurt is a nutritious and very digestible dairy product believed to have therapeutic value in correcting intestinal disorder, is fast becoming popular in the country. Made by the fermenting milk to the correct acidity through harmless and health-pro > read more

Guide to Setting-up Junk Shop and Recycling Business

Published on 2011-03-06 17:29:48

Junk shop is considered by many as a dirty business, I mean it literally, but this is a lucrative business that generates a lot of money both for garbage collectors and junk shop owners. The junk shop business is most relevant today considering that > read more

3rd Philippine Business and Entrepreneurs’ Expo

Published on 2011-03-02 17:24:30

The much-awaited 3rd Philippine Business and Entrepreneurs’ Expo will be staged on March 17 – 20, 2011 at the Megatrade Hall 2, 5th Floor, Building B of SM Megamall. This year, the event will showcase more business-enabling products and services > read more

Guide to Basic Recyclable Materials

Published on 2011-02-28 19:28:52

Recycling turns materials that would otherwise become waste into valuable resources. Collecting used bottles, cans, and newspapers and taking them to the curb or to a collection facility is just the first in a series of steps that generates a host of > read more

Guide to Bonsai Growing, Tips and Techniques

Published on 2011-02-27 17:36:45

Growing ornamental plants used to be a mere hobby of plant lovers – not any more. It has become a profitable enterprise and a fast growing industry. Commercial horticulture has long been an established industry in most part of the country but i > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – March 2011

Published on 2011-02-24 17:05:18

BusinessCoach, Inc. Apartment and Commercial Stall Rental Business – March 1 (P 3,000) Basic Leadership Training – March 2 (P 3,000) Starting a Coffee Shop Business with Barista Training – March 2 (P 3,000) How to Buy and Sell Real > read more

Bonsai Technique (Workshop of the Hibiscus)

Published on 2011-02-23 03:39:42

The Bonsai Workshop of the Hibiscus material owned by Ugi Uyehara by Master Yang Kuo Yin features the new technique of grafting developed through years of practice. It is the first time that Master Yang shared in detail this technique to the public. > read more

DTI New Business Registratration Fees

Published on 2011-02-20 17:07:52

One of the most tedious parts in starting a business is the registration of the business name. However, a new scheme implemented by the Department of Trade and Industry has made the process more entrepreneur friendly. Under the new scheme, business n > read more

Makabuhay, Botanical Pesticide for Rice

Published on 2011-02-16 23:15:58

The makabuhay plant is a clinging vine, and the name itself suggests the primary purpose of such plant. Makabuhay is a Filipino translation of the English term ‘pro-life or to give life’. It is commonly known as the paliahan in the Visaya > read more

Entrepreneur’s Guide to Mud Crab Fattening

Published on 2011-02-14 18:24:53

Scylla serrata and Scylla tranquebarica are the common mud crabs occurring in the estuarine and mangrove areas along the East coast of India. Scylla serrata is commonly called as “red crab” and it prefers to live in low saline waters, whereas S. > read more

Innovations for Business Expo 2011

Published on 2011-02-11 17:32:09

What: Innovations for Business Expo When: Feb. 25-27, 2011 Where: SM Megatrade Hall, Mandaluyong City Together with: Padaya Abra Trade and Tourism Expo Be part of the only event that showcases the present business opportunities and the future of the > read more

10th Philfoodex Food Expo 2011

Published on 2011-02-10 17:05:00

What: 10th Philfoodex Food Expo 2011 When: Feb. 24-27, 2011 Where: World Trade Center, Manila The only All-Filipino Consumer event in the country, the Philippine Food Expo is now on its 10th year. The biggest umbrella organization of food manufacture > read more

Growing Organic Eggplant in Greenhouse

Published on 2011-02-09 06:12:26

Growing organic plants remains to be one of the toughest jobs put forth before the modern day cultivators. Basics of agriculture remain the same even after many years. People would always want best out of any cultivable land. The aim is well justifie > read more

Go Negosyante ng Bayan Nationwide Search

Published on 2011-02-07 17:09:51

If you have original or fresh business ideas in mind, you can join the Go Negosyante ng Bayan, a nationwide search for the modern entrepreneur. Be one of the 20 GoNegosyante ng Bayan and win up to P250,000 cash grant. How to join Individual or group > read more

Free Livelihood Training (Shampoo, Cologne, Soap)

Published on 2011-02-06 19:07:54

Learn How to Make Household and Personal products namely: Dishwashing Liquid Fabric Conditioner Detergent Powder Liquid Bleach Perfume Lotion Liquid Hand Soap Car Shampoo Cologne Toilet Bowl Cleaner Hair Shampoo Body Scrub For more information, conta > read more

Choosing a Supplier for your Retail Store

Published on 2011-02-03 20:27:53

One of the most challenging parts of opening and running a “tiangge” or low-priced retail store is determining the right products to sell. Once you begin to develop your list of products the next big hurdle is finding the best wholesale s > read more

Starting a Business in Photo Book Printing and Binding

Published on 2011-01-31 19:41:58

Many say the Internet is killing the publishing industry which in turn affects the printing industry. However, many continue to believe that the printing industry is still bullish, especially now that the photography, photo book printing and wedding > read more

Making Stove Fed with Dried Green Coco Chip

Published on 2011-01-30 17:49:59

Features and Advantages Has a very strong fire with minimal smoke. A response to the fuel crisis of the urban families. Inspired by the rocket stove developed by the Aprovecho Institute. Can be built from used tin cans and with simple hand tools in a > read more

Starting a School or Training Center Business

Published on 2011-01-27 19:09:31

Starting a private school is a lengthy, complicated process. Fortunately for you plenty of folks have done the same thing you are thinking of doing. You will find much inspiration and practical advice from their examples. In fact, you will find it ex > read more

Livelihood & Skills Training & Seminar – February 2011

Published on 2011-01-25 17:30:05

BusinessCoach, Inc. Apartment and Commercial Stall Rental Business – February 1 (P 3,000) Basic Leadership Training -February 2 (P 3,000) How to Buy and Sell Real Estate Properties – February 3 (P 3,000) Starting an Internet Café Busines > read more

Starting a Business in Chrysanthemum Farming

Published on 2011-01-24 20:27:32

Chrysanthemum is one of the leading cutflowers and potted plants in the international market. Domestic market has increased both for cutflowers and potted plants. Local production cannot cope with the demand, thus the importation of this cutflower fr > read more

Banana Farming and Production

Published on 2011-01-20 19:53:41

Banana is one of the most common and widely grown fruit crops in the Philippines. It is also one of the country’s major dollar earners, and has consistently ranked next to coconut oil and prawns in terms of value earnings during the last five y > read more

Foodcart – Still a hot business in 2011 (Low Investment, Fast ROI)

Published on 2011-01-19 12:24:14

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How to Make Coco Brownies (Food Business)

Published on 2011-01-16 20:45:44

Ingredients: 1 cup Butter 1/4 cup Coconut flour 2 cups Sugar 1/2 tbsp Baking soda 6 pieces Eggs 1/2 tsp Salt 1 tsp Vanilla 1 cup Cocoa 3/4 cup All purpose flour 1 cup Chopped nuts Procedure: Cream butter, then add sugar gradually. Add eggs one at a t > read more

Handicrafts and Novelties from Coconuts

Published on 2011-01-14 20:46:16

The wares and novelty items from coconut fruit residues can compete well with products made from other materials given their uniqueness and originality. Great export potential for the products can be seen from the reactions of customers/viewers of th > read more

How to Make Coco-Noodle (Small Business)

Published on 2011-01-12 17:17:25

Ingredients: 850 g Bread flour 150 g Coco flour 30 g Salt 1 pc Whole egg, well beaten 3 g Kansui few drops Yellow food color (optional) 320 g Water Procedure for manual cutting of noodles This product is ideal for lomi-like pancit preparation. Dilute > read more

How to Make Fruit Leather

Published on 2011-01-12 06:37:12

Fruit leathers are made by drying a very thin layer of fruit puree to produce a product with a texture similar to soft leather. Fruit leathers are eaten as a snack and are often targeted at health food markets, using marketing images such as “p > read more

Ice Scramble Foodcart Business

Published on 2011-01-09 17:12:17

Whenever I see this cold-concoction, it reminds me of my childhood days. Who would believe that this lowly street-food will now become a multi-million food cart industry? You see them everywhere, inside and outside malls, schools, public transports, > read more

How to Make Calamansi Candy and Jelly

Published on 2011-01-07 17:14:35

Calamondin or Calamansi (X Citrofortunella microcarpa) is a fruit tree in the family Rutaceae and a member of citrofortunella that was developed in and is very popular throughout Southeast Asia, especially the Philippines, where it is most commonly u > read more

How to Make Calamansi Flavored Lollipop and Marshmallow

Published on 2011-01-06 20:12:31

Calamansi Flavored Lollipops Ingredients: 2 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Glucose 1/2 cup Water 1/4 tsp Salt 4 tsp Calamansi juice 1/4 tsp Calamansi oil Food color Utensils/Supplies: heavy saucepan measuring cups measuring spoons ladle candy thermometer trays mo > read more

Starting a Business in Saba Banana Production

Published on 2011-01-05 01:59:30

Saba banana is one of the favorite varieties of banana that can be eaten fresh or cooked, it can be processed into cakes, pastries, banana chips, catsup, and vinegar. This is sold in local and export markets. Peelings of saba are also used as substra > read more

Starting a Waffle Business

Published on 2011-01-02 17:38:46

Waffles are good for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. Waffles are baked using a waffle iron. Waffle irons are typically electric although older waffle irons were used to bake atop gas stoves. Waffles should be golden brown and lightly cr > read more