The presence of various cooperative partylists led by Coop-Natcco Partylist Honorable Congressman Felimon M. Espares, and officials of the Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) headed by Undersecretary Alexander B. Raquepo underscored the government’s steadfast support for the continued growth and empowerment of cooperatives nationwide.
Honorable Espares emphasized in his message that the occasion is not merely a celebration but a solemn recognition of the indispensable role cooperatives play in weaving the social and economic fabric of our beloved nation. He further stressed out that the theme for this year, “Cooperatives united in purpose and action, sharing prosperity to build a better world,” which resonates deeply with the very spirit that defines our cooperative movement—one grounded in unwavering solidarity, mutual responsibility, and the pursuit of shared prosperity. Thus, In unity, we find strength; through collaboration, we forge the path to an inclusive and sustainable future for every Filipino.”
A total of 24 cooperatives from the Cordillera Autonomous Region (CAR), Region III, Region IV-A, and the National Capital Region (NCR) proudly participated in the trade fair, featuring a wide variety of locally made products—from food and wellness items to handicrafts and eco-friendly goods.
Among the participating cooperatives from NCR are the following:
Simbayanan ni Maria Multi-Purpose Cooperative
National Youth Commission Employees Multi-Purpose Cooperative
Federation of Peoples’ Sustainable Development Cooperative
Kamay Krafts Multi-Purpose Cooperative
Taguig Magiitik Producers Cooperative
Samaritana Consumers Cooperative
ACDI Multi-Purpose Cooperative
Koop King Multi-Purpose Cooperative
Life Source Multi-Purpose Cooperative
Homenet Multi-Purpose Cooperative Philippines
Pagasa sa Paglaya Multipurpose Cooperative
D’Liders Consumers Cooperative
Founders Credit Cooperative
Sewers for Equity and Welfare Producers Cooperative
This initiative not only served as a platform to promote cooperative products but also strengthened partnerships, celebrated unity, and advanced the cooperative movement’s mission of sustainable and inclusive development. Together, we build stronger communities through cooperativism.
