July 17, 2026
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DOST-PTRI Launches Banana Fibre Innovation Hub In Isabela

The Philippine textile sector has taken another step toward sustainable material innovation with the launch of a P6 million Natural Textile Innovation Hub in Benito Soliven, Isabela, an initiative designed to transform banana agricultural waste into high-value textile products while generating livelihood opportunities in rural communities. The project, spearheaded by the
Sustainability

Philippine Textiles Poised To Carve EU Market Niche Through Sustainability

The Philippine textile industry could establish a strong foothold in the European Union (EU) market by embracing sustainability and complying with emerging environmental regulations, according to the Department of Science and Technology (DoST). “We noticed that in some countries, their textile processing uses more chemicals and is therefore harmful to the environment,”