PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Friday led the inauguration of Universal Robina Corp.’s (URC) new flour milling plant in Quezon province, a state-of-the-art facility that would help in the country’s food security.
Speaking at the event ceremony in Sariaya, Quezon, Marcos recognized the 10-hectare flour milling plant as a milestone that would help shape the future of the Philippine food industry.
“In a time when every grain counts, this establishment will aid in ensuring that our people have the resources they need to nourish themselves and the future of our nation,” Marcos said. “With this new plant, the URC has positioned itself as a key player in our nation’s food security, driving economic stability and innovation.”
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Friday led the inauguration of Universal Robina Corporation’s (URC) 10-hectare flour milling plant in Sariaya, Quezon, recognizing the facility as a milestone that will shape the future of the Philippine food industry. PHOTO BY PRESIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS OFFICE
The President noted the flour plant’s capacity and technology would enable it to produce 3,500 metric tons of flour daily, “meeting both the growing demands of the local market and the ever-increasing appetite for high-quality food on our tables.”
He pointed out, “But this is not just about numbers. This facility, with its focus on efficiency and sustainability, speaks to our shared responsibility to build a stronger, more resilient future.”
He recognized URC’s dedication over the past 70 years to deliver on its promise “to delight everyone with good food choices. This only shows the mark that you have made to Filipino culture. Your commitment to producing quality food proves that we can go toe-to-toe with the best in the world.”
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. leads the inauguration of the new Universal Robina Corporation (URC) flour milling plant at Sariaya, Quezon on Nov. 29, 2024. Joining the President were Agrarian Reform Secretary Conrado Estrella III, Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., URC’s chairman Lance Y. Gokongwei, president and CEO Irwin C. Lee, and flour division managing director Ellison Dean C. Lee. The inauguration ceremony highlights URC’s dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, showcasing the company’s efforts to provide quality products while positively impacting the local community. PHOTOS BY NOEL PALABATE/PPA POOL
Marcos added: “Yet, you have not rested on your laurels. Rather, you have tried to find ways to beat what you have achieved in the past 70 years.”
He likewise highlighted URC’s contributions in enhancing productivity and supporting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country.
“We reaffirm our unwavering support for local manufacturers and producers, especially in the vital food and beverage sector, as we look toward a more prosperous Bagong Pilipinas,” Marcos said. “This administration acknowledges the critical role you play in advancing our socioeconomic growth — boosting farm productivity, supporting MSMEs and ensuring the food security of our nation.”
The President then vowed to “continue to create a supportive environment for our partners in the private sector through laws and agreements that promote the interests of both manufacturers and consumers alike.”
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