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Mega Prime Foods turns 50 with growth plans and ‘giving back’

July 2, 2025 by Asia Food Journal

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Maker of country’s #1 sardines brand, Mega Sardines, sets sights on doubling business every five years 

MANILA, PHILIPPINES — For over 15 years, Mega Sardines has held its position as the Philippines’ #1 sardines brand. It has continued to dominate the market, commanding a 26 percent share in 2023.  

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Behind this success is Mega Prime Foods, Inc. (MPFI), the manufacturing and distribution company that has quietly built a powerhouse portfolio of Filipino pantry staples. From Mega Mackerel and Mega Tuna to Mega Prime Quality fruits and vegetables, Primo Sparkling Juice, and Jimm’s Coffee Mix, MPFI has steadily expanded its presence across categories, providing nutritious food to millions of Filipinos daily. 

In the recently concluded 50th-year anniversary of Mega Prime Foods, Inc. (MPFI), the company behind the country’s number 1 sardines brand, Mega Sardines, marked five decades of freshness and nourishment, honoring a legacy built on uplifting everyday family life—from the Filipino dining table to homes around the world. A highlight of the festivities is the launch of an anniversary video with a song sung by Mega Sardines’ celebrity ambassador, megastar Sharon Cuneta. She is also the face of Mega Milyonaryo, the company’s massive nationwide promo designed to give back to its loyal customers. With a ₱50 million prize pool, the promo serves as Mega Prime Foods’ heartfelt tribute to the millions of Filipinos who have supported its brands over the years. 

“We became the number one sardines brand in the Philippines. Not because we had the biggest resources but because we had the biggest heart. We want to give back to the people who made our success possible,” underscored Michelle Tiu Lim-Chan, MPFI President and CEO.

Mega expansion in general wellness

MPFI Chief Growth and Development Officer Marvin Tiu Lim shared that the company is expanding its efforts both locally and globally, while strategically deepening its presence in the wellness space.

“For acquisitions, we’re looking into both branded food and branded non-food products. We’re particularly interested in Filipino brands that need support with distribution and marketing,” said Tiu Lim, highlighting uplifting small businesses and improving business models. “There are a lot of legacy brands we all grew up with and love, and we don’t want to see them slowly disappear. We’re here to help them scale up and continue serving Filipino entrepreneurs who are willing to partner with us.”

This direction is marked by the acquisition of Jimm’s Coffee in 2024, as MPFI pursues horizontal growth through additional acquisitions across both food and non-food categories. Known for its added ingredients such as Korean ginseng and agaricus mushroom, Jimm’s Coffee is a leading brand in the healthy functional coffee category. Actor Coco Martin was also introduced as the newest ambassador of Jimm’s Coffee, strengthening the brand’s presence in the market.

Earlier this year, MPFI also partnered with Baqer Mohebi Enterprises in Dubai to bring Filipino food to the global stage. As part of this effort, Mega Sardines was officially endorsed as a Superfood by the US-based Medical Wellness Association (MWA). MPFI products are also now available through major distributors such as Costco in the US and Canada.

About Mega Prime Foods, Inc. 

Mega Prime Foods, Inc. is a manufacturing and distribution company that continuously pursues the goal of providing Filipino families with world-class and value-for-money food products. For more information, please visit megaprimefoods.com.ph.

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Other Topics: Industry, Manufacturing and Distribution, Mega Prime Foods, Sardines

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