27/08/2026
2nd Region XI Coconut Farmers Cooperatives Summit 2026
โCoco-Transformation 2026: Modernizing Supply Chains, Innovating Markets, and Securing Cooperative Prosperityโ
The Cooperative Development Authority (CDA) Region XI Extension Office successfully brought together 323 coconut farmers, cooperatives, government agencies, and development partners during the 2nd Region XI Coconut Farmers Cooperatives Summit held on July 28โ29, 2026, at the SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang Premier, Davao City. The two-day summit provided a meaningful platform for learning, collaboration, partnership-building, and sharing of best practices to strengthen coconut farmersโ cooperatives and support a more competitive, resilient, and sustainable coconut industry in the Davao Region.
The first day opened with the Trade Fair and Exhibit, where 30 exhibitors showcased various coconut-based and value-added products. The trade fair, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), created opportunities for market linkages and business transactions, generating an aggregate sale of โฑ47,607,440.00 from on-site transactions and business matching activities. The summit proper followed with presentations and discussions on the coconut industry, supply chain development, cooperative strengthening, and market opportunities. The day also featured the Coco Culinary Experience, where chefs demonstrated different coconut-based dishes, desserts, pastries, and beverages, highlighting the versatility of coconut and its potential for value addition and entrepreneurship. The activities continued with the much-awaited Farmersโ Night, which brought participants together for fellowship and celebration. It featured a lively musical performance, a yelling competition, and other fun-filled activities.
The second day focused on empowering cooperatives through innovation, enterprise development, technology, and stronger market linkages. Among the highlights were the presentation of Cooperative Success Stories, where 12 cooperatives showcased their journey, achievements, and good practices; discussions on the Philippine Agricultural Cooperatives Ecosystem and Agricultural Cooperative Development Framework (ACDF); and the Packaging Workshop and Competition, where provincial groups presented their coconut-based products and packaging concepts. The participants also learned about cybersecurity in agriculture and opportunities under the Sagip Saka Act and FFEDIS Registration, further equipping cooperatives to participate in the digital economy and government markets.
One of the most anticipated highlights was the Best CFC Story Contest, which recognized cooperatives that demonstrated innovation, resilience, good governance, and meaningful contributions to their communities.
๐ Best CFC Story Contest Prizes:
โข ๐ฅ 1st Place โ โฑ30,000
โข ๐ฅ 2nd Place โ โฑ20,000
โข ๐ฅ 3rd Place โ โฑ10,000
The prizes served not only as recognition but also as encouragement for coconut farmersโ cooperatives to continue developing innovative, sustainable, and community-focused programs.
Best CFC Story Winners:
Micro Asset Category
1st - Green Gold Farmers Agriculture Cooperative
2nd- Kinangan Farmers Marketing Cooperative
3rd- Calapagan OFW Consumers Cooperative
Small Asset Category
1st TAFWA Agriculture Cooperative
2nd MABISCOFAWA Marketing Cooperative
3rd Katipunan Multipurpose Cooperative
4th โ COSTAFBA Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Cooperative
5th โ Tawantawan Multipurpose Cooperative
Medium Asset Category
1st Katipunan Small Coconut Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative
2nd Malita Rural Workers Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Multi-Purpose Cooperative
3rd Lumiad Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative
4th FARDECO Agricultural Multipurpose Cooperative
Large Asset Category
1st Nabunturan Farmers Multipurpose Cooperative
The two-day summit ended with a strong message of unity, cooperation, innovation, and shared responsibility for the future of the coconut industry. It highlighted that stronger cooperatives can help create better opportunities for farmers through value addition, market access, technology, good governance, and partnerships. The activity concluded with a group photo and a lively cultural dance send-off, leaving participants with new ideas, stronger connections, and a renewed commitment to building a more productive, resilient, and prosperous coconut industry in Region XI.
๐ด Together, we move toward a stronger, more innovative, and more prosperous coconut industry that empowers farmers, strengthening cooperatives, and building a better future for the coconut industry of Region XI.
