🌍 Why Sorsogon’s Pili Farms Are Going Global (And How YOU Can Profit!)
“Move over, coconuts—Bicol’s pili nuts are now a P2.5 BILLION global industry! Here’s why Sorsogon’s farms are supplying luxury markets in the US, Japan & Dubai—and how ordinary Bicolanos are cashing in:
🚀 Why the World Wants Bicol Pili
✅ Health Craze: Rich in magnesium & healthy fats (Sold as “vegan superfood” in LA for ₱1,500/100g!)
✅ EU Demand: Germany pays *₱800/kilo* for organic-certified pili (3x local price)
✅ Gov’t Push: DTI’s “Pili 2028” program gives 50% subsidies for processing machines
💰 3 Ways to Join (Even Without Land!)
1️⃣ Be a ‘Pili Broker’
- How: Link farmers to exporters (Earn ₱50-₱100/kilo commission)
- Start Cost: ₱0 (Just a FB page + DTI export list)
2️⃣ Value-Add at Home
- Example: Roast & pack chocolate-coated pili (Sells for ₱1,200/bag overseas)
- Training: FREE at Sorsogon Pili Academy (DM for next batch)
3️⃣ Invest in ‘Pili Tourism’
- New Trend: AirBnB farm stays where tourists pick nuts (Earns ₱5K/guest/week)
📌 Real Success Story
“Nanay Linda”, a former laundrywoman, now exports pili oil to Singapore—started with just 10 trees and a DTI seminar!
🔥 LIMITED SLOTS: DTI is accepting applicants for 2024 Pili Export Training until July 30. Comment ‘PILI’ and we’ll DM the link!
Why work abroad when the world is coming to Bicol? 🌱 #PiliPower #BicolPride”
