Ben Balce

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AGRI INVESTMENTS. DA-10 Regional Executive Director Jose Apollo Y. Pacamalan presents investment opportunities in farm processing, post-harvest facilities, renewable energy, and digital agriculture during the 35th Mindanao Business Conference in Cagayan de Oro City on Aug. 12, aimed at creating better markets for farmers and strengthening Mindanao’s food supply. (Photo courtesy of JAKA/PIA-10)

MinBizCon: DA-10 courts investors to boost food supply

The Department of Agriculture in Northern Mindanao (DA-10) is pitching key private-sector investment opportunities in food processing, coffee production, renewable energy, and digital tools.

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COFFEE SHOWCASE | Judges and industry buyers evaluate coffee samples during the Southeast Asia Green Coffee Competition in Valencia City, held alongside the Bukidnon Coffee Festival on May 29–31, 2026, highlighting local coffee for wider markets. (Photo courtesy of SEA Green Coffee)

Bukidnon coffee boom opens investment opportunities

The Department of Agriculture in Northern Mindanao (DA-10) is urging private investors to build coffee processing and manufacturing facilities in Bukidnon.

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YOUTH SAFETY. Grade 7 learners of Yumbing National High School join the Youthcare Program 2026 at Agoho Covered Court in Camiguin, learning practical skills on making healthy choices, staying safe, and protecting themselves. (Photo courtesy of Yumbing National High School)

Report abuse, stop child marriage, Camiguin lawyers urge

Lawyers from the Camiguin Provincial Legal Department urged residents to report cases of violence against women and children and prevent illegal child marriages.

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UNITED BUSINESS LEADERS. Chamber of commerce and industry leaders from across Mindanao gather at the 35th Mindanao Business Conference (MinBizCon) on Aug. 11–13 in Cagayan de Oro City, strengthening collaboration on investment, innovation, sustainability, and inclusive economic growth. (Photo courtesy of JAKA/PIA-10)

Minbizcon pushes action on Mindanao’s growth agenda

The 35th Mindanao Business Conference (MinBizCon) in Cagayan de Oro City concluded with business leaders and government partners calling for immediate, concrete action. Key discussions focused on bridging economic gaps in power, digital infrastructure, financing, and market access to ensure sustainable growth reaches local communities and MSMEs.

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Steam rises from the Mt. Apo Geothermal Power Plant located within the 701-hectare geothermal reservation inside Mount Apo National Park in Barangay Ilomavis, Kidapawan City, North Cotabato. (Photo courtesy of Energy Development Corporation)

Higher ancillary service rates lift August power bills

Electricity consumers may see higher transmission charges in their August 2026 power bills following a 30.85% spike in ancillary service rates, according to the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP).

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