Product Offerings
Products:
Heaven’s Cure food line: Coco Rub, Coco Bagoong, Sweet Crystal Oil
Heaven’s Care cosmetics line: VCO Soaps, Body Oils, Elemi Oil, Lip Balm
Apiculture products: Ligwan Honey
MarinduqueLand Corporation is a pioneering agribusiness and social enterprise based in Gasan, Marinduque, Philippines. Established in 2005, the company is committed to rural development through the sustainable production and marketing of coconut-based food, cosmetics, and apiculture products. It is widely recognized for its premium Heaven’s Cure and Heaven’s Care product lines.
Company Overview
Under the leadership of Roel Sigue (CEO) and Archie Armada (Managing Partner), MarinduqueLand Corp. operates with a mission to develop value-added coconut and natural products while empowering local farming communities. The company integrates smallholder farmers, women-led microenterprises, and youth cooperatives into its supply chain.
As a community enterprise, MarinduqueLand also engages in skill development, organic farming, and environmental protection initiatives in the Marinduque province.
Core Products
MarinduqueLand offers a unique portfolio that bridges food, wellness, and eco-friendly products across three major categories:
1. Food Products (Heaven’s Cure)
- Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) – Cold-pressed, food-grade oil
- Coco Bagoong – Fermented coconut condiment
- Coco Rub – Herbal oil blend for topical relief
- Sweet Crystal Oil – Natural sweetener and energy booster
2. Personal Care and Cosmetics (Heaven’s Care)
- VCO Soaps – Moisturizing and antibacterial
- Body Oils and Lip Balms – Infused with coconut, elemi, and essential oils
- Elemi Oil Products – Harvested from local pili trees for fragrance and skin benefits
3. Apiculture Products
- Ligwan Honey – Naturally gathered from stingless bees (Tetragonula species), native to Marinduque forests
These products are marketed as clean-label, all-natural, and handmade by local artisans using sustainable and ethical practices.
Unique Value Proposition
MarinduqueLand’s business model combines value-added agriproducts with strong social and environmental impact:
- Farm-to-Brand Integration: Products are processed and packaged directly at source with strict quality control.
- Community-Based Production: Empowers farmers, women’s groups, and indigenous youth cooperatives.
- Sustainable Ingredient Sourcing: Uses organic coconuts, local herbs, and forest-based oils.
- Dual Branding Strategy: “Heaven’s Cure” for food and therapeutic oils; “Heaven’s Care” for cosmetics.
The company also promotes lesser-known local ingredients such as elemi and stingless bee honey, contributing to biodiversity preservation.
Production and Facilities
- Location: Gasan, Marinduque
- Processing Capabilities:
- Cold-press VCO extraction units
- Soap molding and drying stations
- Elemi distillation setup
- Packaging: Eco-friendly, food-safe bottles, glass jars, and compostable wrappers
- Monthly Output: Approximately 1,000 units of VCO and 3,000 personal care items
MarinduqueLand adheres to basic Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and operates under local regulatory guidelines.
Certifications and Compliance
- Philippine FDA Registration (ongoing for select SKUs)
- Barangay and Municipal Business Permits
- DTI-Registered MSME under Marinduque Provincial Office
- Participating Enterprise in One Town One Product (OTOP) Program
The company also maintains supplier accreditation under the Global Coconut network and local organic farming initiatives.
Market Reach
- Local Market Channels:
- Eco-stores and souvenir shops in Luzon and Marinduque
- Weekend markets, expos, and provincial trade fairs
- Online & Direct Sales:
- Website orders via www.marinduqueland.com
- Social media and SMS-based orders
- Export & Wholesale:
- Trial shipments to niche health stores in Japan and UAE
- Bulk orders for white-label VCO and soap brands
The company’s product range appeals to natural health markets, zero-waste communities, and wellness-focused consumers.
Social and Environmental Impact
- Livelihood Support: Provides steady income to over 50 local producers and processors
- Skills Development: Offers soap-making, fermentation, and VCO training to youth and women
- Sustainable Harvesting: Promotes no-burn, organic coconut farming and tree planting
- Pollinator Preservation: Introduced Ligwan honey to highlight stingless bee biodiversity
These initiatives are carried out in partnership with LGUs, NGOs, and school-based agricultural clubs.
Major Achievements
- Developed Marinduque’s first branded VCO and apiculture line
- Expanded into dual-category branding (food + cosmetics)
- Featured in provincial and national OTOP showcases
- Recognized by DTI and PIA for inclusive agribusiness innovation
- Pioneered Elemi and Ligwan honey processing in the region
MarinduqueLand Corp. stands as a model of how grassroots agribusinesses can scale sustainably while preserving culture, empowering communities, and delivering wellness-based Filipino products to the world.