A vibrant display of local products, entrepreneurship, and community spirit highlighted the first-ever TMC People’s Organization “Tabo sa Minahan” (Mine Marketplace) held on July 30–31, 2025, at the Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) campsite.
The two-day trade fair provided 24 People’s Organizations (POs) from TMC’s host and neighboring communities in Claver and Gigaquit with a platform to showcase and sell their products while promoting sustainable livelihoods. Supported by TMC’s community development programs, the event underscored the company’s commitment to inclusive growth.
The participating POs were grouped into Teams Agriculture, Mariculture, and Enterprise and collectively earned PHP 138,000 in sales. Team Agriculture emerged as the top earner with PHP 59,000 worth of produce and goods sold.
Colorful booths brimmed with fresh vegetables, mariculture products, handmade crafts, grilled specialties, lechon, desserts, and native delicacies—products proudly made by PO members through livelihood projects assisted by TMC.
The event coincided with the celebration of Nutrition Month, highlighting the importance of supporting local farmers and producers while encouraging healthier consumption.
“Today, we witnessed the first-ever ‘Tabo sa Minahan.’ Let’s give a round of applause to the ComRel Team for making this two-day event a success,” said Agnes Sabijon, Admin Division Manager, who represented TMC Management.
“This gives our partner people’s organizations the opportunity to bring their products closer to the TMC community and market them directly here.”
Beyond a simple trade fair, the Tabo sa Minahan is envisioned as a continuing tradition that strengthens collaboration between TMC and its partner communities. For PO members, the event was not only about sales but also about recognition of their hard work and the chance to showcase the results of sustainable development programs.
With the success of its first run, both TMC employees and community partners are hopeful that Tabo sa Minahan will become an annual event, as it empowers local communities and fosters self-reliance through enterprise.
