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Katuparan Producers Cooperative · La Union
Where local harvests become shared prosperity.
A farmer- and women-led cooperative in Northern Luzon, transforming the crops our communities grow into nutrition products, value-added goods, and lasting rural livelihoods.
- Empowering communities through innovation
- Sustainable growth with local resources
- Ethical & cooperative development
3×–5×more value created from local crops through cooperative processing
3
Cooperative brands — NibNibz, Bunny Bites & Barky Barks
6+
Value-added products from local crops & livestock
4
Government accreditations & registrations
100%
Locally sourced raw materials from member farmers
Who we are
Rooted in the soil, grown by the community.
Katuparan Producers Cooperative is a La Union–based rural cooperative that empowers farmers, women, and local entrepreneurs to turn raw materials into sustainable community products — linking production, training, and market access through cooperative enterprise.
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Our Mission
Harnessing local raw materials and craftsmanship for long-term, shared prosperity.
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Our Vision
Building a brighter future for rural communities across Northern Luzon and beyond.
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Our Values
CooperationSelf-sufficiencyEthical practices
The KPC Framework
Three forces, working as one.
Everything we do moves through People, Process, and Product — a simple, transparent engine that turns community effort into sustainable enterprise.
We work transparently.
- Efficient, transparent operations across production, marketing & governance
- A culture of continuous improvement and adaptation
We create value.
- High-quality goods made from local resources
- Economic sustainability & environmental responsibility
- Aligned with market demand and community welfare
Programs & Services
From the farm to the market.
We connect every link in the chain — securing land and capital, sharpening skills, developing products, and opening market access for our members.
Farmer Development
Securing land, capital, and labor so members can cultivate honey, sweet potato (kamote), and peanuts with a steady, fair return.
Capacity Building
Soft, technical, and leadership skills — kakayahan sa pamumuno — that strengthen members and the cooperative as a whole.
Branding & Livelihood
Asenso at Kooperasyon! Branding strategy, prototyping, and market testing that build durable member livelihoods.
Product Development
Continuous R&D pipelines — from raw-material sourcing to packaging — that turn crops into market-ready goods.
Research & Innovation
Data-informed, scalable rural systems — mapping, digitized records, and new product lines like RUTF-inspired nutrition foods.
Community Initiatives
Boosting the local economy, creating jobs, and strengthening food security — radiating the values of Katuparan.
Our Products
Naturally sourced, all-organic.
Premium pet treats and value-added foods, handmade by the cooperative from locally grown ingredients. Available on Shopee and Lazada.
Pet treatNibNibz
Moringa
Moringa
NibNibz — Mighty Moringa
Handmade organic dog treats that support immune health and a shiny coat.
Ingredients: Sweet potato, moringa, rolled oats & coconut oil
Pet treatNibNibz
Sweet Potato
Sweet Potato
NibNibz — Sweet Potato Bliss
Wholesome treats promoting digestion and everyday vitality for your pup.
Ingredients: Sweet potato & rolled oats
Pet treatBunny
Bites
Bites
Bunny Bites — Real Rabbit Meat
A protein-packed, antioxidant-rich delight that supports muscle health.
Ingredients: Rabbit meat, sweet potato, rolled oats, peanuts & honey
Pet treatPork
Bites
Bites
PorkieBites for Dogs
All-natural dehydrated treats for strong muscles and immune support.
Ingredients: Ground lean pork, sweet potato & moringa powder
Pet treatBeef
Bites
Bites
Organic Beef Bites
Dehydrated lean ground beef treats for muscle development and digestion.
Ingredients: Lean ground beef, sweet potato & moringa
Pet treatNewDoggy's Choice
Peanut Spread
Peanut Spread
Doggy's Choice Peanut Spread
Organic peanut butter spread for dogs — Moringa, Turmeric & Original.
Ingredients: Peanuts, moringa / turmeric, all-natural
Human foodNewBanana
Kwunchies
Kwunchies
Banana Kwunchies
Premium organic dehydrated banana — a low-fat, naturally sweet crunchy snack.
Ingredients: 100% saba banana, all-natural
Human foodPeanut
Spread
Spread
Organic Peanut Spread
All-natural peanut spread in Moringa, Turmeric, and Original flavors.
Ingredients: Locally sourced peanuts, moringa / turmeric
In developmentRUTF
Nutrition Foods
Nutrition Foods
Nutrition Foods (RUTF-inspired)
Peanut-based nutrition products for feeding programs, child nutrition, and malnutrition response.
Primary input: Locally sourced peanuts
In developmentCommunity
Meal Packs
Meal Packs
Community Meal Packs
Protein meal packs for feeding programs, disaster response, and institutional procurement.
Key ingredients: Pork, beef & chicken
In developmentMango
Buns
Buns
Mango Buns
A new value-added baked product in the cooperative's development pipeline.
Status: Prototyping & market testing
In developmentMoringa
Supplements
Supplements
Moringa Supplements
Plant-based nutritional supplements harnessing the cooperative's moringa supply.
Status: R&D
Buying for retail, wholesale, or a feeding program?
We supply pet treats, value-added foods, and nutrition products at volume. Tell us what you need and our team will prepare a quote.
Impact & Milestones
Building community food systems, one harvest at a time.
Through cooperative production and processing, KPC converts local crops into scalable food and agricultural products — and a major institutional market opportunity for our farmers.
₱48M
Reachable per DepEd School-Based Feeding Program procurement cycle
₱83M+
Reached in a single DSWD Supplementary Feeding Program cycle
3×–5×
Value added by processing crops versus raw farm-gate sales
2023
Foundations & first harvests
Successful harvests of sweet potatoes anchor the cooperative's raw-material supply, while production agreements organize members around shared goals.
2024
Registered, recognized & on the shelf
BIR & CDA registration, product and packaging development, and participation in national initiatives such as Kadiwa ng Pangulo in Malacañang — plus e-commerce launches on Shopee and Lazada.
2025
Scaling toward institutional markets
New product platforms — RUTF-inspired nutrition foods and community meal packs — position the cooperative to serve feeding programs, disaster relief, and institutional food supply.
Partners & Credentials
Trusted, registered, accredited.
Katuparan operates within the formal cooperative system — fully registered and supported by government agencies, institutions, and development partners.
CTE
Certificate of Tax Exemption
CDA COC
Cooperative Development Authority — Certificate of Compliance
BIR
Business Permit & BIR registration
DA
Department of Agriculture — Accredited
Villgro Philippines
Chamber of Commerce
LGU & Government Support
Kadiwa ng Pangulo
Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
KPC demonstrates how cooperatives can transform agriculture into sustainable rural economies — advancing no poverty, zero hunger, decent work, gender equality, and responsible production.
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Leadership
The people behind the cooperative.
Grounded in farm realities and grassroots leadership, our team builds the structured, market-ready systems that move Katuparan forward.
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Abelle Joseph Don Patindol
Agriculture + Systems Development
Raised in a family of farmers and grounded in agricultural science, Abelle builds structured, data-informed, and scalable rural systems — from organized farmer networks to training-driven enterprise models.
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Angelica Martinez
Community Systems + Market Execution
From grassroots leadership to brand and experience systems, Angelica leads the KPC Pet Line and overall branding ecosystem — translating cooperative operations into visible, market-ready value.
Membership
Grow with Katuparan.
Whether you farm, produce, or want to invest your skills in the community, there's a place for you in the cooperative.
Revenue Sharing Units (RSU)
A structured way to pool resources, share revenues, and earn from the cooperative's collective success.
Training & capacity building
Hands-on development in agriculture, management, leadership, and gender development.
Market & income access
Linkages to retail, wholesale, e-commerce, and institutional buyers for steady, fair returns.
How to join
- Get in touchSend us a message or visit the cooperative office in La Union.
- Attend an orientationLearn about the cooperative's framework, RSU, and member responsibilities.
- Submit your requirementsComplete your membership form and supporting documents.
- Pay membership share & startActivate your membership and join the next training cycle.
What to prepare
- Valid government-issued ID
- Completed membership application form
- Initial membership share capital
- Proof of residency / community ties
Get in touch
Let's build something together.
Members, buyers, partners, and researchers — we'd love to hear from you. Reach out and our team will respond.
Email
katuparanfarmers@gmail.com
Phone
+63 915 340 6044
Location
La Union, Northern Luzon, Philippines
Website
www.katuparancoop.com
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