DAVAO CITY (MindaNews/11 Nov) — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) 11 is open for comments on the “Banana Cardava Industry” handbook launched at the 1st Mindanao Banana Congress here.
DTI-11 regional director Marizon Loreto said the book is an industry study that provides information and investment opportunities particularly for Banana Cardava.
Loreto noted that the figures cited in the study were validated by stakeholders through series of consultations “although only the latter can provide the exact data.”
“We expect possible comments on the book,” she told reporters, adding that copies are avaible at DTI-11 office for free.
The book, launched during the November 7 to 8 Congress, will serve as a business guide for all those who are interested to invest in Cardava, especially on designing business plans and in formulating innovative steps towards increase in productivity and profitability.[]
The leading fruit grown in the country, banana remains as the top dollar earner, the book said.[]