The Department of Agriculture Region 11 confirmed that the Davao Region remains the country’s cacao capital after producing 7,807 metric tons in 2024.
This output represents about 72 percent of the total national cacao production, reinforcing the region’s dominance in the industry.
Based on Philippine Statistics Authority data, Davao del Sur led production with 4,352 metric tons among all provinces in the region.
It was followed by Davao del Norte with 1,520 metric tons, Davao Occidental with 707 metric tons, and Davao de Oro with 676 metric tons.
Davao Oriental also contributed 552 metric tons, reflecting the wide participation of all provinces in sustaining cacao production growth.
The region also maintains around 19,969 hectares of cacao plantations, accounting for approximately 60 percent of the national total area.
Officials from DA 11 emphasized that the strong production performance highlights Davao’s continued leadership in the Philippine cacao industry.
The agency aims to maintain this status until 2030 by strengthening quality production for both local and export markets.
Plans include establishing a regional cacao development hub to support farmers and improve value chain efficiency across the sector.
Authorities said strategic interventions will ensure sustainable growth and further solidify Davao’s position in the global cacao market.
