DOST Conducts Coconut Processing Training in Aurora

The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is expanding livelihood opportunities for the women of Casiguran, Aurora by introducing coconut processing skills training, the Philippine Information Agency reported on September 11.  

Through the Community Empowerment through Science and Technology program, 10 members of the Casiguran Women’s Federation were trained to produce value-added products such as desiccated coconut, coconut flour, and coconut-based snacks.  DOST Aurora Science and Research Specialist Regine Maines-Agumboy said the training aims to build the women’s capacity so they can continuously access sustainable livelihood opportunities.

To further support the initiative, DOST partnered with Action Hubs Philippines and Central Luzon State University to extend entrepreneurship assistance, market access, quality assessments, and technical guidance on agricultural best practices and post-harvest handling. As part of this collaboration, Action Hubs also committed to purchasing locally sourced raw materials at fair market prices, ensuring that women producers gain both technical capacity and reliable market opportunities.