Robert Jay Balbin News Today

Published March 12, 2021, 8:30 AM A purchase may seem trivial, but the collective effort to patronize local products spurs patriotism and love of country. Fortunately, some Filipino MSME owners are seeing an optimistic trend, with more local consumers looking to buy their products. Majority of local MSMEs in the country are also social enterprises—all aimed at helping communities and underserved groups by providing livelihood opportunities—which makes them attractive to buyers, not just loc...

Published January 22, 2021, 3:40 PM Go green, go local! Sustainable living has evolved from being just a fad to a collective movement which some Filipinos have seriously embraced. For those who have included adapting to a zero-waste lifestyle in their list of new year’s resolutions, here’s a quick list of local products that can help in your journey.  These proudly Filipino-made products promote environmental consciousness among consumers, while ensuring the welfare of workers and help com...