A multi-sensory experience awaits guests and participants as IFEX Philippines 2022, the country’s much-anticipated food trade show opens its doors at the World Trade Center Metro Manila from September 22 to 24.
Returning onsite since the pandemic, IFEX Philippines aims to showcase the best food products by local producers and manufacturers in a three-day event that includes thematic settings of distinct and innovative food and ingredients, networking and business-to-business (B2B) activities, talks and seminars, cooking demos and product presentations, special events, and
more.
Expected to grace the opening of the event, either in person or via recording, are top foreign
and national government officials including Sen. Cynthia A. Villar, Chairperson of the Senate
Committee on Agriculture and Food; Sen. Imee Marcos, Vice-Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Food; Undersecretary Ireneo V. Vizmonte, Officer-in-Charge
(OIC), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI); and Assistant Secretary Glenn G. Peñaranda,
OIC, Trade Promotions Group (TPG).
Organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), IFEX
Philippines is expected to attract around 3000 visitors and buyers, and feature thousands of top quality Filipino food products and ingredients from almost 400 exhibitors.
Spotlight on the crème de la crème
On its first day, IFEX Philippines will give recognition to new and innovative Filipino food products at Katha Awards for Food for 2022. Katha Awards aims to strengthen the reputation of the Philippines as a go-to destination for globally competitive food products. Katha recognizes exporters that explore new galleries of flavors, original brand ideas, unique food fusions, and creative packaging methods.
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One winner from each product category will be selected for Best New Product: Beverage; Fine
Food and Specialties; Marine Products; Meat and Poultry Products; Snack Foods and Crisp
Savoury Products; Baked Goods; Processed Fruits and Vegetables; and Natural, Healthy, and
Organic Products. IFEX Philippines will also select one winner for the Best Booth Display.
New Flavors, New Features
During the three-day event, IFEX Philippines will feature a special section called Flavor Finds, a
collection of new food discoveries and innovations in the Philippine food scene. Flavor Finds will
showcase products from NXTFOOD PH, CITEM’s comprehensive product development and marketing program that aims to bring innovative Philippine food products to the global market. It
will also showcase new products from select exhibitors and emerging Philippine food product
and ingredients with tremendous export potential–ube, plant-based food, and Philippine craft
beer.
Open House, another show feature, introduces the latest programs and activities within the food
sector by showcasing products from IFEX Philippines partners. It will also highlight government
efforts to champion Filipino food exporters, manufacturers, and MSMEs. Programs under Open
House will include the following:
● COCONUTPHILIPPINES - A showcase of coconut products from food SME exporters
under CoconutPhilippines, the country branding of the most versatile food produce of the
Philippines. CoconutPhilippines is presented through the Coconut Farmers and Industry
Development Plan (CFIDP) of the Philippine Coconut Authority under the Department of
Agriculture.
● TASK Program (Technology Advice and Solutions from Korea) - A joint program by
the Department of Science and Technology and the Korea Institute for Advancement of
Technology that assists Philippine food companies in solving manufacturing issues such
as product quality, production efficiency, and compliance with standards.
● Philippine Craft Beer - Superior in quality and infused with distinct aromas and flavor
profiles, the Philippine craft beer will be spotlighted in a unique booth setup with beer
tasting activities. As one of the country's fast-rising industries, the craft beer industry
aims to preserve the art of traditional brewery.
● RAPID Growth Program - The Rural Agro-enterprise Partnership for Inclusive
Development and Growth (RAPID Growth) is a multibillion-peso value chain-based and
market-driven business development initiative that aims to achieve inclusive and
sustainable economic development for Philippine rural farming communities in the
country.
● One Town, One Product (OTOP) Philippines - OTOP PHILIPPINES is a priority
stimulus program for micro, small and medium-scale enterprises. The program enables
localities and communities to develop and promote products or services that are rooted
in their local culture, community resources, and competitive advantage.
● Processed Fruit and Nuts Pavilion - The Processed Fruits and Nuts (PFN) Pavilion
features products from local enterprises under the Industry Cluster Enhancement
Program of DTI. The cluster envisions the Philippines as a globally competitive supplier
of quality processed fruits and nuts.
IFEX Philippines also has a dedicated space called the IFEX Kitchen for food-tasting activities,
cooking demonstrations, and product presentations. Talks and seminars will cover topics such
as sustainability in the food sector, Kosher certification, intellectual property, FDA registration,
and more.
IFEX Philippines 2022 will be held in partnership with DTI-Regional Operations Group and
regional offices in Cagayan Valley, CALABARZON, MIMAROPA, Bicol Region, Western
Visayas, CARAGA, Zamboanga Peninsula, Northern Mindanao, and Davao Region. Other
government partners include DTI - Export Marketing Bureau (EMB), DTI - Foreign Trade
Service Corps (FTSC), DTI - Philippine Trade Training Center (PTTC), Philippine Coconut
Authority (PCA), Coconut Farmers & Industry Development Plan (CFIDP), RAPID Growth
Project, One Town One Product (OTOP) Philippines, Department of Tourism - Tourism
Promotions Board (DOT-TPB), Department of Science and Technology - Industrial Technology
Development Institute (DOST-ITDI), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Secret Kitchens
of Samar.
Industry partners include Philippine Exporters Foundation Inc. (PHILEXPORT), Philippine Food
Processors and Exporters Organization, Inc. (PHILFOODEX), Integrated Food Manufacturers’
Assn. of the Phils. for Productivity (INFOMAPP), Philippine Confectionery, Biscuit and Snack
Association (PCBSA), Brandexports, Northridge, and Craft Beer Association of the Philippines
(CBAP). IFEX Philippines has also partnered with the Technology Advice and Solutions from
Korea (TASK) Program, Chapter Coffee, Philippine Wine Merchants, and Bleeding Heart Rum,
as well as media organizations COOK Magazine, Business Mirror, Philippine Graphic, Pilipino
Mirror, Manila Bulletin, Philippine Daily Inquirer, and Philippine Star.
To learn more about the event, visit IFEXConnect.com. About CITEM
The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) is the export promotions
arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
For nearly 40 years, CITEM has established the country’s image as a premier destination for
quality export products and services. It continues to set the highest standards of creativity,
excellence and innovation to achieve competitiveness in the home, fashion, lifestyle, food,
creative, and sustainability sectors.
CITEM is committed to developing, nurturing, and promoting micro, small, and medium
enterprises (MSMEs), brands, designers, and manufacturers by implementing an integrated
approach to export marketing in partnership with other government and private entities.
About IFEX Philippines
IFEX Philippines (formerly International Food Exhibition) is CITEM's long-running trade event
and sourcing program for Philippine and global food and ingredients.
Together with IFEXConnect.com, IFEX Philippines serves as a one-stop business-to-business
(B2B) platform aiming to optimize their sourcing experience of buyers from anywhere in the world.
IFEX Philippines is organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions & Missions (CITEM)
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