According to DTI Regional Director Romeo L. Castañaga, the partnership with the Dutch organization has led to the development of new products such as substrate and growing media out of coconut husk.

He highlighted the significance of the development of new products such as substrate and growing media out of coconut husk, commodities which have significant market demand in Europe.

The Department of Trade and Industry-Davao Region is collaborating with PUM Netherlands to develop high-value products from coconut husks, such as substrates for horticulture, to increase the income ...