As one of the highlights of the socio-cultural immersion, Tottori University delegates visited a well-known major wholesale bread manufacturer and a renowned Philippine handweaving company.
Guided by Ma’am Laarni Bacit, Quality Assurance Manager, the delegates first toured the Valley Bread production facility. The visit allowed the group to observe the end-to-end bread-making process, from flour baking sourcing to final packaging. Students gained insights into modern baking methods, leaving a better appreciation for the craftsmanship behind everyday staples like bread. Interestingly, the tour provided unique learning opportunities, blending technical education with cultural immersion. Valley Bread’s facility truly offers a glimpse into efficient production, inspiring future innovations in the industry.
In the afternoon, the delegates explored Narda’s Handwoven Arts Inc., and Ma’am Lorraine Gumeyac, weaving-in-charge, led the tour and showed the hand weaving production of Cordilleran textile step by step. The visit highlighted traditional techniques, blending indigenous heritage patterns. Students also had the chance to observe skilled weavers at work, where they create table runners and cloths with cultural patterns, seeing each step of crafting vibrant textiles.
This activity fosters a deeper appreciation for the company’s legacy, mirroring a creative way of preserving woven products known for being of high-quality, locally sourced, and eco-friendly.
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