AGUSAN DEL NORTE — Entrepreneurs and residents of Barangay Taod-oy in Magallanes, Agusan del Norte gained direct access to business development services through the Handog ng Pangulo cum Aguserbisyo Caravan 2026 on September 14, 2026. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Agusan del Norte provided assistance ranging from business counseling and Business Name (BN) and BMBE registration to entrepreneurial lectures and a dishwashing liquid-making demonstration. By bringing these services closer to the community, the activity gave aspiring and existing entrepreneurs practical information to help them establish, formalize, and develop their businesses.
Bringing Business Assistance to the Community
DTI also introduced participants to its programs and services, including financing opportunities offered through the Small Business Corporation (SBCorp). Access to information on loans and other forms of business assistance can be particularly valuable for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in communities where government services and formal financing may be less accessible. Through the caravan, entrepreneurs were able to learn about available government support without having to travel far from their communities. The combination of registration assistance, business counseling, training, and financing information provided participants with several resources they can consider as they work toward building or expanding their livelihoods.
Government Agencies Work Together for Livelihood Support
The activity was carried out through the cooperation of various government agencies, the provincial government, and the Local Government Unit of Magallanes. Their participation brought multiple public services together in one community-based activity, making assistance more accessible to residents and entrepreneurs. The Handog ng Pangulo cum Aguserbisyo Caravan 2026 demonstrates how coordinated government programs can help connect local entrepreneurs with resources, knowledge, and opportunities that support livelihood development. For communities such as Barangay Taod-oy, bringing these services closer can help create pathways for residents to participate more actively in the local economy
