The DTI-Davao del Norte, under the CFIDP, organized a market matching and site visit to empower coconut farmers’ organizations in the province. The San Remegion Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Cooperative and San Isidro Farmers Association embarked on a learning journey to two successful agricultural ventures in Davao del Sur.
The first stop was TAFWA Agriculture Cooperative, a renowned learning site for coconut production. The cooperative’s board member shared valuable insights into their journey, challenges, and best practices. Their diverse product offerings, including whole nuts, coconut peat, and coco drinks, showcased the potential of value-added coconut products.
The second site visit took the group to Lao Integrated Farm Inc., known for its organic farming practices. The farm tour highlighted their commitment to sustainability and showcased their range of organic products, such as coconut sugar, coconut syrup, and coco polvoron. This visit provided the farmers’ organizations with valuable knowledge and inspiration to explore similar opportunities and enhance their own operations.