SAN FRANCISCO, AGUSAN DEL SUR — Coconut farmers, processors, entrepreneurs, and industry partners across Agusan del Sur are set to converge for the Agusan del Sur Coconut Industry Provincial Convergence Summit and Market Engagement on September 29, 2026, at the AVCC SAFRAGEMC Village in Purok 1, San Francisco. Running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, the upcoming summit is expected to bring together stakeholders from different parts of the coconut value chain to strengthen partnerships, exchange industry insights, and explore market opportunities. More than a gathering of industry players, the event aims to create connections that can help move the province's coconut sector toward greater competitiveness and sustainability.
Connecting Coconut Stakeholders to New Opportunities
A major focus of the summit is market engagement, giving local producers and enterprises an avenue to connect with potential buyers, business partners, and other key players in the coconut industry. Farmers, processors, entrepreneurs, and representatives of national government agencies, including the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), will come together to share perspectives and explore opportunities within the sector. These connections can help local coconut enterprises expand their market reach while opening possibilities for stronger business relationships and additional income opportunities. The summit also provides a venue for stakeholders to discuss industry needs and ensure that development initiatives remain responsive to the communities whose livelihoods depend on coconut production.
Building on Agusan del Sur’s Coconut Development Efforts
The upcoming convergence summit builds on existing initiatives aimed at strengthening the province's coconut industry, including the Coconut Farmers and Industry Development Plan (CFIDP) 2022–2026. The plan was developed to help increase farmers' incomes while providing social protection for those working within the coconut sector. Its implementation in Agusan del Sur has been endorsed by the Provincial Coconut Farmers Federation of Agusan del Sur, recognizing its potential benefits for local coconut farmers. The PCA has likewise supported industry development through programs such as the establishment of coconut nurseries and production of quality seedlings. Its School-on-the-Air on Coconut Production also provides farmers with accessible, radio-based learning opportunities to strengthen their knowledge of coconut production.
Why the Upcoming Summit Matters
Coconut remains an important economic pillar in Agusan del Sur, supporting thousands of farming families throughout the province. Bringing together stakeholders across the value chain creates an opportunity for them to share knowledge, coordinate efforts, and identify ways to strengthen the industry collectively. The market engagement component is especially significant for local producers and entrepreneurs because it can connect them with potential buyers and partners beyond their existing networks. As Agusan del Sur continues to develop its coconut sector, the September 29 summit represents an opportunity to build stronger industry connections, discover potential markets, and support initiatives aimed at creating a more productive, competitive, and sustainable coconut industry, one that keeps farmers and local communities at its center.
