The recent Biyaya Sustainable Living Festival brought together farmers, artisans and changemakers in a vibrant celebration of Philippine heritage and craftsmanship. With a vision to uplift local communities and create sustainable opportunities, the festival showcased the best of Filipino coffee, textiles and handmade crafts. Held at Parqal, it highlighted the deep connection between tradition and innovation, proving that conscious living can be both meaningful and inspiring.

One of the festival’s most historic moments was the Agence pour la Valorisation des Produits Agricoles (AVPA) awarding ceremony, where four Philippine heritage coffees received international recognition. Among them was a Batangas Barako blend, making history as the first of its kind to be honored. Farmers from Sultan Kudarat and Sagada were also awarded for their exceptional coffees, further solidifying the Philippines’ place on the global coffee stage.