Pilmico Foods Corporation (Pilmico), an Aboitiz Foods company, in partnership with the Iligan City Agriculturist’s Office, hosted the first-ever Iligan Agriculture Investment Forum at Robinsons Atrium, Iligan City last August 30. This groundbreaking event brought together key stakeholders, investors, and community leaders to establish meaningful partnerships and explore the potential for agricultural investments in Iligan City.
Aligned with Aboitiz Foods’ commitment to nourishing the future and contributing to the Aboitiz Group’s “Great Transformation”, Pilmico is dedicated to providing greater value to the communities where it operates. True to its role of being “Partners for Growth” Pilmico leverages its resources and technical expertise from its Flour, Feeds, and Farms divisions. By supporting the future of Iligan city, Pilmico continues to advance the Great Transformation by providing an engaging platform for interested investors, customers, and guests to learn, network, and invest in future ventures in the region.
Pilmico Flour team giving away bread and pastries to guests made with Pilmico Flour
During the event, Carla Valencia, Pilmico’s Flour Technical Service Manager, shared her expertise in baking and starting a bakery business. Rodulfo Orong, Pilmico Flour Quality Assurance Specialist, gave a presentation on Pilmico Flour. Attendees also enjoyed a variety of baked goods made from Pilmico’s specialty flour, highlighting the quality and versatility of their products.
Pilmico’s Veterinary Services and Training Specialists Dr. Carl Ace Parilla and Dr. Regel Manuel spoke on the business opportunities in swine and poultry production. Meanwhile, Pilmico Feeds organized a special selling event during the forum, offering discounted livestock feeds and pet food to the participants.
“We are privileged to be part of this meaningful event, as it embodies the Aboitiz Foods brand promise, ‘Together, We Nourish the Future.’ This promise reflects our commitment to working hand in hand with our stakeholders, partners, and communities toward building a better and more sustainable future. Through the Iligan Agriculture Investment Forum, we aspire to foster growth and development for the agricultural industry in Iligan,” said Engr. Alexis Revantad, Assistant Vice President of Pilmico Feed Mill Operations.
Team members from Pilmico awarded the online raffle winners at the end of the day. Winners received 25kg of either Pilmico Feeds or Pilmico Flour.
This partnership between Pilmico and the local government of Iligan City is a testament to the Aboitiz Foods’ pledge to driving meaningful outcomes to business and communities. By organizing events and opportunities that encourage investment, innovation and growth, the company actively contributes to sustainable development in the region and, reinforces its position as a key player in Asia’s food and agribusiness industry.