Monday, December 10, 2012

Joseph Calata: SEC Cleared Calata Corp from Involvement in Allegations

The Calata Corporation has recently dealt with rumors about their company being under investigation due to an alleged price manipulation of its stocks.

Calata’s shares more than tripled within two weeks of listing before abruptly falling in a matter of days. These unusual movements caught the attention of the Capital Markets Integrity Corp (CMIC).

Joseph Calata, the 31-year-old CEO of Calata Corp, was also alarmed with the movements of his corporation’s shares which is why he called the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate the fluctuation of the shares.
After four months of investigation, SEC will proceed with the filing of criminal charges against the shareholders involved in the manipulation. SEC cleared Calata Corporation claiming that the firm is not involved in the allegations.

The SEC is now in perfect position to put more reforms in place based on the lessons from the experience of Calata Corp.
- Says Calata.

Calata also added that such reforms are needed in order to protect the reputation of companies listing in the stock exchange and to encourage more entrants into the capital market.

Calata believes that the swift investigation of SEC has put the issue to rest and with that, the firm can focus on its expansion program. The company plans to increase the number of its outlets to about 250 using the proceeds from the initial public offering. With this, more farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs will gain access to products and technologies that the corporation provides.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Calata: Introducing New Technology to Old School Business


Joseph Calata

Earlier this year, the Calata Corporation was titled as the best performing IPO (Initial Public Offering) in the Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE). It is also currently known as the biggest distributor of agricultural products. It’s known as a strong company also because of its partnerships with leading manufacturers such as B-Meg, Syngenta and Monsato as well as multinationals such as Bayer, Jardine, Dupont and Sonochem.

But of course, like any other enterprise, Calata Corporation had to go through different phases before it reached its current success. It was originally a poultry feeds store named J.Melvin, after brothers Joseph and Melvin Calata, and was owned by Eusebio Calata. In 2001, Joseph Calata graduated and took over the company. He strived to make his old school company into a professional and big enterprise, which is why he introduced a new and computerized way for their sales and accounting that helped their production be transparent and led to the success of the company.

At present, Calata aims to introduce new technology to other agricultural businesses that remain to be traditional. He is currently focused on Luzon-based rice and corn farmers to answer the problem on incompatible farm inputs, including fertilizers. He plans to place soil testing facilities in all his stores.

The soil testing facility will prevent farmers from buying and applying fertilizers that do not fit their farms and which end up reducing productivity and harming the environment.
- Calata said in an interview.

The Philippines can be labeled as an agriculture-dependent country, as one-third of its land is agricultural, and more than half of the total of poor Filipinos depend only on agriculture to survive. With the recent findings that the use of wrong farm inputs, such as fertilizers, have resulted to bigger expenses and reduce harvest for farmers. This may also cause irreparable damage to the soil. These effects are what brought Calata to the decision to provide a new service for the farmers.

Calata will be helping farmers save money as they would be wiser in usage of farm inputs that are compatible with their respective farms. He will also offer this service for free which is a good news for farmers.

This act shows that Calata is trying to be a leader in the field of agriculture but at the same time, he aims to help other enterprises, whether they are big or small.

Monday, August 1, 2011

Joseph Calata: Revolutionizing The Agricultural Community With Technology

The largest and most popular distributor of agricultural chemicals, feeds, fertilizers and other agricultural products of the Philippines is Calata Corporation. The business, which was once mom-andpop run, was taken over by son, Joseph Calata, who revolutionized the business by turning its operations automated. By being able to the much needed computer technology, the distributor reaped in a huge P1.8 billion revenue in 2009 and 2010.

The revenue during this time is nine times more the year Joseph Calata took over management back in 2003 where revenue was seen at P200 million. During his earlier years, the young businessman was a clerk in his parents' company. He maneuvered his way into management by computerizing their systems. By being able to change the management operations and tighten credit and collection, he was able to make greater sales.

The corporation is part of the top one thousand of the country's companies and is part of the fastest networks of distribution in the industry today. The corporation, which was formerly known as Planters Choice Agro Products, is now the exclusive distributor of some world renowned chemicals, fertilizers and feeds in the Philippines. The company, which is based in Bulacan, still aims to expand its horizons and open up more opportunities for people across the nation.

Because of a more efficient system as well as better advertising and marketing campaigns, Calata Corporation was able to see better days. It is now the biggest agriculture product distributor in the Philippines and it is still widely growing. From a small office staff to now employing over two hundred people, Calata Corporation is definitely a company still on the rise. The aim now is to expand and build more stores across the nation.

Not only is he helping the world of agriculture in the Philippines, but Joseph Calata is able to fight the unemployment rates and open up jobs for a great number. This business savvy man is not afraid to get his hands dirty as he will readily visit fields to check up on farmers. He is ready to grow his business in terms of sales and come up with ways to make these more sustainable.

Calata Corporation will definitely see more stores nationwide and cater to more farmers. Wholesome products made by this company are preferred by farmers and breeders across the nation. Besides the sales in agriculture, the young businessman also takes part in growing and feeding which adds to the corporations overall revenue. The projects do not come to a stop here for the Calatas as their business is still looking to a much better tomorrow.

The company, Calata Corporation, was once a mom-and-pop business which held a small office staff in Bulacan. After being technologically revolutionized by son, Joseph Calata, the corporation took a turn for the better and started reaping in revenue and seeing numbers as high as P1.8 billion. Now, the once small family-run business is the largest distributor of agricultural products in the Philippines and is still vastly growing today.
-Alison Ward

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Mayor Lito Atienza: We Support You - INC

Various religious groups, including the influential Iglesia ni Cristo have endorsed the candidacy of comebacking Manila Mayor Lito Atienza.

Apart from INC, Atienza is also being supported by Brother Mike Velarde of El Shaddai, Ustadz Ahmad Barcelom of the Manila Muslim community, Parish Councils of Manila as well as the majority of the city's barangay chairmen, barangay councilors and watchmen and the pro-poor organization People's Movement Against Poverty (PMAP).

It is widely known that the Iglesia ni Cristo has a huge following in the city. With the endorsement of the group, Atienza gains another 5 percent solid votes.

Based on the survey conducted last April 29, Atienza gained a 7 percentage lead against his toughest rival, incumbent Mayor Alfredo Lim. With the INC votes, it can now be considered that Atienza is 12 percent leading against his opponent.

Meanwhile, El Shaddai leader Mike Velarde earlier said Manila needs a pro-life mayor.

“Lito Atienza is not only pro-life, but also pro-good government," he added.

According to Msgr. Mel David, one of Atienza's spiritual advisers, he knows the former Environment secretary too well. “He has a good heart and he is very sincere in wanting to uplift the lives of Manilans. He is pro-God and represents good governance.”

On the other hand, PMAP president Ronald Lumbao said he endorsed the candidacy of Atienza because apart from being a God-fearing person, he believes that the former Environment secretary has a genuine concern to help and improve the plight of the poor.

“His programs answer the needs of the poor community of Manila. He's very much unlike the incumbent mayor who doesn't care about the less fortunate," Lumbao said.

The Muslim community also back Atienza's candidacy, saying he maintains friendship and communication with them despite the difference in belief and religion.

Meanwhile, 650 out of the 897 barangay chairmen, and most of the barangay kagawads and tanods said that they witnessed how the former and present mayor managed the city. They claimed that they were able to prove that Atienza is the one who has a genuine heart to help the people, especially the poor.

Atienza said he is grateful for all the endorsements. He thanked all those who believe in him and his programs and vowed to do his best to improve the quality of life of the Manilans by creating jobs and provide livelihood and other opportunities for all.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Lito Atienza: The Most Accomplished City Mayor Of Manila

Actions echoes louder than words. In the case of former Manila mayor Lito Atienza he had both. One of the most revered leaders of the nation's capital, the former mayor was able to back up his strong words with actions. Staying true to his words and fulfilling his promise of providing his beloved Manilenos with a city that they can truly call their own and which they will care for, Lito Atienza has done more things than any of his immediate predecessors.

One of the most accomplished mayors in Manila's rich political history Lito Atienza's mayoralty stint is highlighted by numerous completed projects and other countless achievements no other city mayor of Manila was able to achieve.No one needs to go the distance in grading Atienza's performance as the city mayor of Manila for an unprecedented three consecutive three-year term, we just have to look back at how Manila looked and the living of conditions its residents were three years ago.The Atienza administration is best described by the dramatic transformation in the city's economy, tourism, peace and order and education. Moreover, it was during Atienza's leadership when thousands of poor families were uplifted from poverty and enjoyed improved living conditions.

Being a real statesman and public servant serving selflessly for the good of many, Atienza provided almost everything what was needed by many of his impoverished city folks. It was also under his leadership that the city's delivery of social services was at its best. Atienza launched pro-poor programs and priority projects which have benefited and improved the lives of thousands of impoverished Manilenos. He was able to address almost all the social needs of his people through the creation of programs for housing, healthcare, peace and order, education, sports, arts and culture, nature and environment and welfare of senior citizens.

Atienza was able to create livelihood programs and employment opportunities for the unemployed by injecting life into the city's economy.He launched training programs and vocational courses for the out of school youth and unemployed to provide them with a decent livelihood and a stable source of income. Atienza together with other non-government organizations have launched affordable housing and land acquisition projects for the homeless, which were able to benefit many of the city's poor residents and even the middle class.

The city's healthcare services and public hospitals were also enhanced under his leadership.Atienza provided additional funds to the city's public hospitals and health centers which allowed them to purchase new medical equipment and medicines for enhanced healthcare services and to be able to provide free medicines to the city's impoverished residents.Atienza was able to bring free medical services and medicines to far-flung areas and barangays.

Manila during the Atienza administration has experienced the best peace and order situation in many years.In support of Manila's budding athletes and promising talents, Atienza created sports-culminating activities and provided free training and development programs to harness their skills and talents. In addition, Atienza also provided free access to education and school supplies to Manila's public school students. Manila's colleges and universities were also enhanced during his term, as part of his efforts in providing quality and affordable college education to Manilenos. Furthermore, the city's senior residents were also provided with greater benefits under the former mayor's program for the senior citizens which included special services, big discounts and other freebies.

The former environment secretary also fought for the relocation of the oil depot in Pandacan which he believes is a serious environmental and safety threat. Manila was also able to enjoy a major facelift as Atienza pushed forward for the beautification and enhancement of the city's old and deteriorating parks and other tourist attractions. One of the most outstanding projects of the former mayor is the improvement of the city's bay area commonly known as the "Baywalk", which has allowed city residents, as well as local and foreign tourists to enjoy alfresco dining and listening to fine music while watching the world-renowned Manila Bay sunset.

Atienza's unsurpassed accomplishments during his term make as the most eligible person to vote for mayor in this coming Manila elections. If he secures another three-year term in this coming Manila elections, Manila along with its residents are set to enjoy another three glorious years under the leadership of Lito Atienza.

The most eligible person to vote for mayor in this coming Manila election, Lito Atienza is one of the most accomplished mayors in Manila's rich political history. The Atienza administration is characterized by the dramatic improvements in the city's economy, tourism, peace and order and education. He succeeded in addressing almost all the social needs of his people by creating programs for housing, healthcare, peace and order, education, sports, arts and culture, nature and environment and welfare of senior citizens.

-Jimmy Reyes