Product Offerings
Product Categories:
Snacks
Products:
Snacks: Special Chicharon (pork cracklings), Regular Chicharon, Banana Chips
Dackies Foods is a homegrown Filipino snack food manufacturer based in Tubod, Lanao del Norte, specializing in high-quality traditional snacks such as chicharon (pork cracklings) and banana chips. The company has emerged as a notable player in Northern Mindanao’s food processing industry by combining artisanal flavor with scalable production practices to cater to both domestic and international markets.
Core Business and Objectives
Dackies Foods is driven by a mission to preserve Filipino snack traditions while ensuring modern safety and quality standards. Its core objective is to promote locally produced, authentic snack products that reflect regional culinary heritage while enhancing market competitiveness across local groceries and overseas Filipino stores.
The company focuses on:
- Supplying retail and wholesale markets with shelf-stable snack products
- Supporting local agriculture by sourcing ingredients from regional producers
- Expanding into halal-friendly and export-certified product lines
Product and Service Offerings
Dackies Foods offers a focused product portfolio centered on Filipino snack favorites:
- Special Chicharon (Pork Cracklings):
- Crispy and seasoned pork skin, a classic Filipino delicacy
- Regular Chicharon:
- Traditional-style pork cracklings with less spice for broader appeal
- Banana Chips:
- Thinly sliced, fried and sweetened banana crisps, popular among both local and export consumers
These products are packed in various sizes and are available through sari-sari stores, regional supermarkets, and distributor networks.
Specialization and Core USP
Dackies Foods' core strengths and competitive advantages include:
- Authentic Regional Flavors: Recipes are based on traditional Mindanaoan flavor profiles with proprietary seasoning blends.
- Local Ingredient Sourcing: Utilizes local pork and saba bananas, supporting agricultural communities in Lanao del Norte and surrounding areas.
- Export Orientation: Packaging and shelf-life management practices meet the requirements for overseas shipping and retail.
Financials
As a privately owned MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise), Dackies Foods does not disclose detailed financials. However, based on provincial trade data and participation in regional expos:
- Estimated Annual Revenue: PHP 5–10 million
- Production Capacity: Up to 10,000 packs/month depending on demand
- Main Revenue Streams: Wholesale to distributors, retail sales in regional supermarkets, and trade fair outlets
Shipment and International Exposure
Dackies Foods has demonstrated export potential through participation in DTI-led trade expos and by supplying overseas Filipino markets through consolidators:
- Export Reach: Products have reached OFW markets in the Middle East and North America
- Trade Fair Participation: Featured in regional food fairs and OTOP (One Town One Product) initiatives
- Compliance for Export Packaging: Vacuum-sealed packs with nutrition facts and barcode labeling
Target Market
- Urban and Rural Snack Consumers
- OFW Families and Overseas Retailers
- Wholesalers and Distributors
- Regional Retail Chains
- Government Procurement (DTI, DA, OTOP)
Capabilities
- Small-Scale Production Facility: Located in Tubod, with manual and semi-automated processing lines
- Flexible Packaging Options: Suitable for both retail display and bulk distribution
- Business Development Programs: Supported by DTI-Lanao del Norte and DA’s value chain development projects
Certifications and Compliance
- FDA-LTO Registered for Food Processing
- DTI-OTOP Accredited Participant
- Undergoing Process for Halal and Organic Certification to expand market scope
Customer Testimonials
- "We love the crunch and flavor—it reminds us of our hometown!" — OFW in Saudi Arabia
- "Best-selling chicharon in our store. Customers come back for more every week." — Grocery Owner, Iligan City
Major Achievements
- Recognized under DTI’s One Town One Product (OTOP) Program
- Expanded retail presence in Zamboanga Peninsula and Northern Mindanao
- Served over 100 local stores and regional supermarkets through direct and indirect distribution
- Developed export-ready packaging and labeling in line with international food safety standards
Dackies Foods continues to deliver authentic Filipino flavors to tables across the Philippines and abroad, fostering community enterprise growth while building a strong legacy in the local snack food industry.