Agrilink, Foodlink, and Aqualink 2010 at the World Trade Center

The Foundation for Resource Linkage and Development, Inc. will be presenting the 17th International Agribusiness Exhibition and Seminars, the 11th International Food Processing, Packaging and Products Exhibition, and the 6th National Fisheries Exhibition and Seminars on October 7-9, 2010 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

With this year's theme, Good Agricultural Practices: Key to Competitiveness, the exhibit will focus on the continuous rapid changing of our agricultural landscape, nature of globalization of world trade, environmental degradation and a host of other factors have led the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (UN-FAO) to formulate the global standard called Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) to apply to a wide range of farming systems at different scales.

Moreover, this event is also supported by Agri-Aqua Network International, Bureau of Animal Industry, Cooperative Development Authority, Food Entrepreneurs and Exporters of the Philippines, Inc., Federation of Cattle Raisers Association of the Philippines, Federation of Goat and Sheep Producers and Associations of the Philippines, Inc., Livestock Development Council, National Federation of Hog Farmers, Inc., National Onion Growers Cooperative Marketing Association, Organic Producers Trade Association, Philippine Amalgamated Supermarkets Association, Philippine Association of Free-Range Poultry Advocates, Inc., Philippine Association of Hog Raisers, Inc., Philippine Chamber of Agriculture and Food, Inc., Philippine Coconut Authority, Philippine Crop Insurance Corporation, Philippine Food Processors and Exporters Organization, Philippine Rice Research Institute, Philippine Sugar Research Institute Foundation, Postharvest Horticulture Training and Research Center, Technology Resource Center, Vegetable Industry Council (Region IV-A)

For interested exhibitors, you may reach the Foundation for Resource Linkage and Development, Inc. at (632) 838-4852, 838-4549, 838-4491, 8384605, frld@pldtdsl.net or frld.agrilink@gmail.com.

Asia Food Expo and Food Serv Asia 2010

The Asia Food Expo 2010, the 19th International Exposition on Food-Processing, Packaging, and Handling Machinery, Equipment and Technology, was held in conjunction with Food Serv Asia 2010, the 10th International Exposition on Food Service, Catering Systems, Supplies, and Equipment and Technology, and Bakery Asia 2010, an International Exposition on Bakery and Confectionery Systems, Supplies and Equipment last September 8 – 11, 2010.

AsiaFood Expo is the most celebrated event in the Food & Beverage Industry. It has proven to be the best source of manufacturing investors’ sectors where processing and packaging for new technology in Handling Machinery Equipment and Technology can only be found.

These events were presented by Software Dimensions, Chase Technologies Corporations, Infinite Labels, Business World, Cook Magazine, Manila Bulletin, Food Magazine, Business Mirror, HerWord.Com, China Food and Beverage Online, ALTA Publishing Company, HK HUIZHAN International. Century Park Hotel, and The Heritage Hotel.

For more information, contact Trade Information Marketing & Exhibitions, Inc. at (632) 834-0085 to 86 - 551-7920 loc. 7420, fax (632) 831-3828, e-mail, tradeinfo@afex.com.ph, or visit http://www.foodanddrinksasia.com.ph

Food and Drinks Asia 2010 and Food Franchising 2010

Food and Drinks Asia 2010, the 14th International Exposition on Specialty Foods, Delicatessen, Confectionery, Beverages, Beers, and Wines and Spirits, held last September 2 to 5 in conjunction with Food Franchising 2010, the 14th International Food Franchising and Business Systems Exposition.

Food and Drinks is an international exposition of local and imported foods, delicatessen, fruit preserves, juices and concentrates, specialty foods, pasta and noodles, milk and dairy products, food additives and mixtures, flavorings, spices and condiments, chocolates and confectionery items, wines and liquors, fruit juices, canned and frozen meat products, fresh fruits and vegetables among others.

These events were presented by Software Dimensions, Chase Technologies Corporations, Infinite Labels, Business World, Cook Magazine, Manila Bulletin, Food Magazine, Business Mirror, HerWord.Com, China Food and Beverage Online, ALTA Publishing Company, HK HUIZHAN International. Century Park Hotel, and The Heritage Hotel.

For more information, contact Trade Information Marketing & Exhibitions, Inc. at (632) 834-0085 to 86 - 551-7920 loc. 7420, fax (632) 831-3828, e-mail, tradeinfo@afex.com.ph, or visit http://www.afex.com.ph

7th Vegetables Congress in Mindanao

Consolidation and marketing opportunities in the domestic Vegetable trade were highlighted at the 7th Mindanao Vegetable Congress held at the Almont Hotel and Inland Resort, Butuan City last August 4 to 5, 2010.

“Sustaining the gains of the vegetable industry in Mindanao amidst challenges” was the theme of this year’s Congress, that showcased industry trends, provided presentations on the latest vegetable production technologies, and held “market-matching” meetings between growers and retail and institutional buyers.

The event is supported by the city government of Butuan, the provincial governments of Agusan del Norte and Agusan del Sur, the Department of Agriculture, the Southern Philippine Vegetable Council (SPVC), and USAID’s Growth with Equity in Mindanao (GEM) Program.

“This annual event has given a boost to vegetable growers in Mindanao,” said Valeriano Palco, president of the Caraga High-Value Cluster, Inc. (CHiVeCC), lead organizer of this year’s congress.

CHiVeCC is among several vegetable industry groups engaging in private sector – private sector collaboration to improve the production and domestic out-shipment of selected vegetable varieties from the region to Luzon and the Visayas, with GEM assistance.

For further information, contact the Butuan City Government office at (6385)342-3074, fax (6385)225-5737 or visit http://www.butuan.gov.ph.

Dine Philippines 2010: The Food Business Conference of Today's Dining Establishments

It is undeniable that Filipinos love to eat. From Batanes to Jolo, you will experience not hundreds and hundreds of different dishes, with different variations to suit everyone's palate.

In celebration of this wonderful blend of flavors and tastes, Courage Asia and Global Link MP produced and organized Dine Philippines 2010: The Food Business Conference of Today's Dining Establishments last July 24 at the Waterfront Hotel in Cebu City.

Conference speakers for the flavor-filled event were Chef Bruce Lim, host of the program Tablescapes in the Asian Food Channel (Asian inspired menus); Chef Amir Gan, technical consultant for Meat and Livestock Australia (managing kitchen costs by ingredient substitution); Chef Wade Watson, executive chef of the Abaca Resort and Mayo Restaurant (local and global menus); Architect Gene Go, managing director of GSN+P Architecture Studio (save on restaurant design and construction); Mr. Danny Pumarega, president of Foodsense Solutions Commissary (outsourcing kitchen production and choosing the commissary for kitchen needs); Ms. Bel Castro, gastronomy expert and faculty member of Enderun Colleges and Center for Asian Culinary Studies (customer service excellence); and Mr. Steve Benitez, president of Bo's Coffee (taking home-grown concepts to reality).

Dine Philippines 2010 was held in cooperation with Waterfront Cebu, The Freeman, Sun Star Cebu, Sarangani Bay, San Remo, Tabasco, Clara Ole, RHi, Herword.com, and Alcordo Advertising.

For registration inquiries and general information, you may call the following numbers:
Manila: Telephone number (02) 710-0550; Fax number (02) 727-2057; Mobile numbers 0917-8538037 or 0922-8676368; or email dinephils@gmail.com.
Cebu: Telephone numbers (032) 232-5101 or (032) 232-6888 loc. 8944 or mobile number 0927-7334829.

1st Philippine Chocolate and Ice Cream Show

Business Meetings Tradeshows & Events Solutions, Inc in partnership with Pastry Alliance of the Philippines launched the 1st Philippine Chocolate and Ice Cream Show in conjunction with Hotel-Hostel & Restaurant Expo Philippines last July 14-16 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.

The sweetest show in the country is 3-day event that showcased a wide array of chocolate exhibits and presentations with competitions and prices at stake. Aside from those, Ms. Susana F. Edilo of Equilibrium Intertrade Corporation shared some of her expertise and insights on the Coffee Business Seminar on the first day of the event. The second day of the event highlighted a tasty competition of deserts tagged as Plated Dessert Wars. The third day marked the awarding of the winners of the competition.

Media partners of the successful event were: Business World http://www.bworldonline.com/, HerWord.com, and DZAR 102.6. Moreover, this very successful sweet show was sponsored and partnered with F&B World, Actron, Callebaut, Bakersfield, Corman Professional, PFESCORP, Magnolia, Great Food, Magnolia Gold Butter, San Miguel Mills, Delish, Tamayo’s Catering, King Sue, Max Ideas Marketing Corporation, Salem, Synergy, Sweetlink, ZenAsia, and International School for Culinary Arts and Hotel Management.

For more information, contact the Business Meetings Tradeshows & Events Solutions, Inc. (BMT) at (632) 328-8876 or 78, 307-8876 or 78, fax (632)328-8878, 307-8878, email bmt.events@gmail.com or visit http://philchocoshow.weebly.com/

5th Food Processing and Packaging Expo Mindanao

The 5th Food Processing and Packaging Expo in Mindanao (FPP Mindanao) held back-to-back with Mindanao Culinary Festival 2010 (MCF 2010) last June 16 to 19 at the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, Davao City.

Organized by the Premier Events Plus Group Inc, in cooperation with Sunbest, Vesmach, Sun Star, the Manila Bulletin, 95.5RT, Business Mirror, DXUM Radyo Ukay, and Chippens, PFP Mindanao highlighted a wide array of seminars and presentations including a talk about The Appetite of Food Photography conducted by Mr. Mark Floro of the Philippine Center for Creative Imaging, a presentation about Healthy Cuisine and Plated Desserts conducted by Chef James Antolin, and a more serious seminar on the Bureau of Food and Drugs Requirements and Updates.

The MCF 2010, on the other hand, conducted Bridal Table Setting Competition, Wedding Cake Display Competition, and the 10th Year Anniversary Celebration: Special Awarding and Recognition Program.

Premier Events Plus Group Inc can be reached at 02-9297933, 9297963, or email them at infor@pepgroup.com.

International Food Exhibition Philippines 2010

The International Food Exhibition Philippines (IFEX), a premier sourcing hub for quality Filipino food, held its 2010 run last May 6–8 at the World Trade Center Manila, attracting hundreds of local and international food buyers and enthusiasts.

Aptly themed “Celebrate the Flavors,” the 2010 IFEX presented exciting food destinations in Asia, which featured beverages; meat and poultry; natural, herbal, and organic products; biscuits, snacks, and confectioneries; fine food and specialties; marine products; fresh and processed fruits and vegetables; and allied products and services.

The event, divided into the Exporter’s Zone, which was opened for trade buyers on May 6 and then to visitors on May 7 and 8, and the Retailer’s Zone and International Hall, which was open for the who duration of the event for buyers, visitors, and the general public.

The IFEX 2010 was organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and held in partnership with Department of Agriculture Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service. Media partners include the Business Mirror, the Department of Science and Technology, Cook Magazine, ClickTheCity, Business World, Mega Publishing Group, the Manila Bulletin, and Hinge Inquirer. The Radio Partners, Inc., Magic 89.9, Jam 88.3, Wave 89.1, 99.5 RT, and Max FM.

For more information, please contact the IFEX Philippines Secretariat at telephone numbers (632) 831-1282 or (632) 831-2201 locals 204 and 238; fax numbers (632) 834-0177 or (632) 832-3965; or email agrimarine@citem.com.ph.