Government - Industry Linkage Supporting R&D Based Product Development and Technology Commercialization of a Start - Up Food Manufacturing Company in Metro Manila, Philippines

Abstract

Food manufacturing companies hold a crucial role in addressing the food insecurity problems in the country, addressing the SDG 2: zero hunger. Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as start-up companies engaged in Research and Development, can help a lot with the support of the government. With government support for MSMEs in product development and technology commercialization, these businesses can contribute to the economy and help tackle food insecurity in the country; both the economy and MSMEs will benefit from this collaboration. This study explores how MSMEs can maximize the help of the government in their food manufacturing business, which government agencies have the program to help the food industry and the implementation of their programs. The study shows that government linkage is essential and played a vital role with their support in product development, access to technology, training and regulatory guidance resulting in improved quality of products and wider market access.