At the FashionXGlobal showcase in Paris, Latin American designers presented collections emphasizing craftsmanship, fabric quality, and traditional techniques rather than relying on established luxury labels.
The Agricultural Training Institute offers training on the coconut-cacao farming system to help Ilocos Norte farmers diversify income and increase productivity.
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources advises fish cage operators in Ilocos Norte to harvest early to prevent fish kills due to high temperatures.