Batangas Egg Producers Multipurpose Cooperative (BEPCO) is a pioneering agricultural cooperative based in San Jose, Batangas, Philippines. Known as the country's Egg Capital, BEPCO brings together the collective strength of egg producers to enhance value-added processes, promote sustainability, and advance the economic empowerment of its farmer-members.
Company History
Founded to address the fluctuating market prices and oversupply of eggs in Batangas, BEPCO has grown into a model cooperative that champions both sustainability and profitability in the agriculture sector. Established with support from the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), BEPCO was designed to increase income generation through modern egg processing and marketing strategies.
Core Business
BEPCO focuses on processing and marketing value-added egg products sourced from its cooperative members. The cooperative also contributes to environmental and economic sustainability by utilizing by-products of egg production for alternative markets such as fertilizers and feed.
Product and Service Offerings
BEPCO’s product lines are diversified to maximize egg utilization:
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Liquid Egg Products (chilled or frozen and pasteurized):
- Liquid Whole Eggs
- Liquid Egg Yolks
- Liquid Egg Whites
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Roasted Eggs:
- Ready-to-peel roasted eggs, providing convenience for culinary use
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Egg Powder Products:
- Dehydrated egg components used in industrial food processing
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By-products:
- Eggsheets Fertilizer (from eggshells)
- Processed Manure (organic fertilizer)
- Protein-rich Drinks from surplus egg production
These products are designed for use in foodservice, industrial baking, institutional kitchens, and organic farming.
Specialization and Core USP
BEPCO’s core strength lies in value addition and full-cycle egg utilization. Unlike traditional poultry farms, BEPCO offers processed egg products that extend shelf life, reduce food waste, and provide flexibility in large-scale applications. It is one of the few Filipino agricultural cooperatives offering pasteurized liquid eggs—a key advantage in food safety and storage efficiency.
Financials
As a project supported under the Philippine Rural Development Project (PRDP), BEPCO received over PHP 35 million (~USD 620,000) in funding support to construct and operate an egg processing facility in Barangay Banaybanay 1, San Jose. The facility boosts the cooperative’s processing capacity to manage over 30,000 eggs daily, significantly increasing cooperative revenue potential and member profit margins.
Shipment and Export Activity
Currently, BEPCO primarily serves the domestic market with no significant international export records listed in public trade databases. However, its facility’s design meets industry standards for potential export readiness, particularly in the ASEAN market, for processed egg products.
Target Market
BEPCO targets institutional buyers, food processors, hotels, bakeries, and restaurants requiring safe, pre-processed egg products in bulk quantities. The cooperative also engages with organic farmers and agribusinesses for its eco-friendly fertilizer by-products.
Capabilities
- Pasteurization and sterilization technologies for liquid egg safety
- Cold-chain storage for chilled/frozen logistics
- HACCP-compliant processing infrastructure
- R&D support for product development in egg derivatives
- Cooperative-driven supply chain with stable egg sourcing from member farms
Certifications and Compliance
While specific international certifications such as ISO or HACCP are not publicly listed, the facility was built to meet Philippine food safety regulations and was endorsed by the Department of Agriculture and the PRDP. The cooperative adheres to strict sanitary guidelines in its processing operations.
Customer Testimonials
Feedback gathered from institutional buyers and local distribution partners note BEPCO’s consistency, product hygiene, and packaging innovation as major value points. Their liquid eggs are particularly favored for large-scale baking and hotel kitchens due to ease of use and safety.
Major Achievements
- One of the first farmer-cooperatives in the Philippines to operate a government-funded egg processing plant
- Recognized by the Department of Agriculture and PRDP for innovation in agri-coop value addition
- Processed over 30,000 eggs daily since 2023, with scaling targets to reach 60,000 eggs/day in future phases
- Created employment and economic upliftment in Batangas through inclusive cooperative membership
BEPCO continues to lead the transformation of traditional egg farming into a high-value, innovation-driven agribusiness model that sustains both farmers and the environment.