A new colorful twist to fiber made from leaves of pineapple plant is being pushed to boost marketability of the fabric which is one of the sought after products of Aklan province.
Exhibitor Jurel Fernandez said that showcasing colored natural piña fibers is the highlight of the ongoing 2016 Piña and Fiber Festival.
“The use of the natural dye is now the common trend in the global green market,” Fernandez said.
He said the natural colored piña fibers are obtained by using different plants such as lampunaya and fruit stains coming from banana trees.
Aside from natural colors, Fernandez said piña fibers with reactive dye is also being introduced.
“The natural dye is common to European and American markets while the reactive colored dye is appreciated by Filipinos,” Fernandez observed.
On its 16th year, the Piña and Fiber Festival highlights the province’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with focus on fibers made from indigenous plants.
It is jointly organized by the Hugod Aklanon Producers Association Inc. and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI-Aklan). The Festival is also in partnership with the Aklan provincial government, Aklan Piña Mantra Association Inc. and Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority.
Byproducts of piña fiber include clothes, bags, home decorations, and fashion accessories.
The trade showcase at the Capitol Grounds in capital Kalibo town opened April 21, 2016 and will last until April 26. It is part of the 60th founding anniversary of Aklan province.
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