.png){kind=logo}
5 hours ago
3
Upgrade to High-Speed Internet for only ₱1499/month!
Enjoy up to 100 Mbps fiber broadband, perfect for browsing, streaming, and gaming.
Visit Suniway.ph to learn
ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines — A major investment in Mindanao is set to transform how eggs are produced in the country, as Mega Prime Foods Inc. (MPFI), makers of the Philippines’ number one sardines brand, partners with Thailand’s largest agribusiness conglomerate, Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF), to break ground on what is poised to be the first facility of its kind in Zamboanga, a world-class egg layering complex aimed at strengthening the Philippines’ long-term food security.
The project, known as the Mega CP Layer Complex, will rise on a 22-hectare site in Zamboanga City, with an initial capacity of up to 100 million eggs annually and the potential to scale up to five times more as the complex expands.
For Mega Prime Foods, this marks a strategic expansion beyond seafood and into agriculture, positioning the company to play a larger role in ensuring a stable, affordable and accessible supply of high-quality protein for Filipino families.
A step toward long-term food security
More than just a farm, the development represents a deliberate move toward strengthening long-term food security and improving nutrition in the Philippines.
By increasing local production of one of the country’s most accessible protein sources, the initiative aims to make affordable, high-quality nutrition more readily available, especially as demand continues to rise.
Eggs remain a staple in many Filipino households, but supply volatility and increasing consumption have underscored the need for scalable, efficient and modern production systems.
Global expertise, high-tech and sustainable execution
The partnership brings together CPF’s global leadership in integrated agriculture and Mega’s deep understanding of the local market, resulting in a facility designed to reflect high-tech, efficient and cleaner agricultural practices.
The Mega CP Layer Complex will utilize state-of-the-art farming methods, including automated systems for feeding, climate control and egg collection, aimed at improving consistency, animal welfare and overall productivity.
Equally important is its focus on responsible and sustainable operations. The facility is designed with advanced waste management systems and innovations that help manage odor and reduce the presence of flies, addressing common concerns surrounding large-scale poultry operations while ensuring a more environmentally considerate footprint for surrounding communities.
It will also incorporate biogas technology, allowing waste to be converted into a renewable energy source. This not only supports operational efficiency and cost savings, but also contributes to a more sustainable and circular farming system.
Together, these features reflect a shift toward more modern, science-based agriculture, balancing productivity with environmental responsibility.
Boosting jobs and regional growth
Beyond food production, the project is expected to generate employment and support local livelihoods, benefiting both workers directly employed at the facility and nearby communities.
Zamboanga City, long known for its fisheries sector, is steadily emerging as a strategic hub for agricultural development, highlighting Mindanao’s growing role in strengthening the country’s overall food value chain.
A partnership built for the future
The Mega-CPF collaboration is designed as a long-term partnership, with plans to scale operations and explore further opportunities in poultry and livestock production.
Investments like this are expected to play an important role in strengthening the country’s food resilience and reducing reliance on imports, while supporting the development of more modern and efficient local food systems.
For Mega Prime Foods, the venture reflects a broader evolution, one that expands its role from seafood leader to a more diversified food company committed to helping feed the nation.
At its core, the partnership is anchored on a shared belief: that access to nutritious food should be reliable, affordable, and within reach. By combining global expertise with local purpose, Mega and CPF are not only building a facility in Zamboanga, they are helping lay the groundwork for a more secure and sustainable food future for Filipino families.
Editor’s Note: This press release is sponsored by Mega Prime Foods. It is published by the Advertising Content Team that is independent from our Editorial Newsroom.
