DTI Davao del Norte

04/10/2026

𝗡’𝗬𝗢𝗚 𝗞𝟮 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗗𝗘𝗦

Coconut farmers, processors, entrepreneurs, and innovators gathered for the final day, and it was a celebration worth remembering.

The closing ceremony was graced by Hon. Arthur “Uloy” V. Ong, who reminded us to embrace new ideas and technology while honoring our farmers’ wisdom, and ensure those who work hardest in the coconut industry benefit most from its growth. He encouraged coconut farmers not to lose hope. Their work, sacrifices, and contributions matter. Every tree planted is a promise to family, community, and the next generation, so let us keep planting not only coconuts, but also hope, opportunity, unity, and a better future.

The festival also shone a light on the hard work and enterprise of our local exhibitors, whose products showed the strength and potential of our coconut industry. Congratulations to our top exhibitors:

Non-food: Wonder M Essentials from Kapalong

Food: Roby’s Chocolate from Kapalong

The celebration may end, but may we celebrate NYOG every day, making Davao del Norte’s coconut industry stronger, more sustainable, and more prosperous.

Mabuhay ang NYOG K’2 DavNor Festival 2026!

03/10/2026

𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗦 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗨𝗧-𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘𝗦

On Day 3 of the N’YOG K2 DAVNOR FESTIVAL 2026, six contenders took on COCOTHON: A Coconut Innovation Challenge and proved that coconut by-products can have a life beyond the usual.

From coconut husks to fronds, shells, and ginit, each team came with a different idea, a different product, and one shared goal: turning what is often considered waste into something useful, innovative, and marketable.
Cococraft transforms coconut husks into sustainable agricultural products such as coco pots and coco filters. By making use of coconut waste that is often left unused, the team presents practical alternatives for agricultural applications while promoting better resource utilization.

Team Sawata showcased Cocolikha, a handmade and eco-friendly handbag made from ginit, a coconut by-product. Their innovation addresses the improper disposal and underutilization of coconut materials while turning them into stylish, functional, and marketable products that can also create opportunities for local livelihood.

Team Co introduced Cocobriq, a carbonized coconut frond briquette developed as an alternative solid fuel. The innovation makes use of discarded coconut fronds and explores their potential as a more useful energy resource, giving agricultural waste another purpose beyond disposal.

Team Ecocobuild presented EcoConstruct Playboard, an eco-friendly building solution made from multiple streams of coconut agricultural waste. Designed as a fire-retardant, structural, thermo-acoustic insulating laminated agro-composite plyboard, the innovation explores how coconut waste can be converted into a useful material for the construction industry.

Cocobeez turned coconut shells into beauty and personal care products such as face scrubs, face masks, and soaps. Their concept gives value to an often-discarded coconut component while exploring its potential in the growing beauty and wellness market.

After presenting their innovations and pitching their ideas, the contenders were recognized for their creativity, presentation, and potential impact:

🥉 3rd Place – COCOBRIQ by Mr. Dejarthan Araiz and Ms. Marrianne Gift Dalhog

🥈 2nd Place – ECOCONSTRUCT by Mr. John Fred and Ms. Laia Ira Recimilla, and Best Pitch Presenter Awardee

🥇 1st Place – COCOBEEZ by Mr. Wil Estrebillo and Ms. Miriam Ulay

Beyond the competition, COCOTHON showed that coconut by-products can be more than just waste. With creativity and innovation, they can become agricultural products, alternative fuel, construction materials, fashion pieces, and even beauty products, opening possibilities for new businesses, livelihood opportunities, and sustainable solutions.

A big congratulations to all six teams for accepting the challenge and sharing their ideas! Your innovations showed that sometimes, the next big idea can start with something as simple as a coconut.

From coconut waste to new possibilities—COCOTHON 2026 brought innovation to life!

03/10/2026

🥥 𝗕𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗥, 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗥, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗗𝗟𝗬 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥! 🌴

The DTI Davao del Norte successfully conducted the CocoLaki and CocoBigat Competition on October 3, 2026, during Day 3 of the N’YOG K2 DavNor Festival, held at the Atrium, GMall of Tagum City.

The fun and exciting activity showcased the diversity and quality of coconuts produced by farmers across the province. CocoLaki measured the size of the coconut, while CocoBigat measured its weight—putting our local coconut farmers’ produce to the test. 🥥💪

The competition brought together participants from 3 cities and 8 municipalities of Davao del Norte, making it a meaningful celebration of the province’s coconut industry and the hardworking farmers behind it.

The activity was conducted in partnership with the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), which served as the technical evaluator, ensuring a fair and proper assessment of the entries.

🏆 COCOLAKI WINNERS

🥇 1st Place – Leine Bustamante
Municipality of Sawata

🥈 2nd Place – Sherwin Dumaguing
Municipality of Asuncion

🥉 3rd Place – Juanita L. Malanog
Tagum City

🏆 COCOBIGAT WINNERS

🥇 1st Place – Teddy E. Tibuasan
Municipality of New Corella

🥈 2nd Place – Sherwin Dumaguing
Municipality of Asuncion

🥉 3rd Place – Leine Bustamante
Municipality of Sawata

Beyond the competition, the activity highlighted the importance of quality, productivity, and the potential of Davao del Norte’s coconut industry. More than just finding the biggest and heaviest coconut, it was a celebration of our farmers’ hard work and the valuable contribution of the coconut sector to local economic development.

🌴 Padayon, mga mag-uuma sa Davao del Norte! Together, let us grow a stronger and more competitive coconut industry. 🥥💚

03/10/2026

☕🤎 When coffee brings people together, possibilities begin to brew.

In celebration of International Coffee Day 2026, DTI Davao del Norte brought the celebration to GMall of Tagum, joined by various stakeholders who came together to celebrate coffee, local products, and the people behind them.

A highlight of the activity was the Coconut and Coffee Fusion Demo through CocoBrew, represented by Mr. Amiel Bryan M. Carcedo, Barista, showcasing how two beloved local products can come together through creativity and innovation.

Anchored on this year’s theme, “Coffee is Part of the Solution,” the celebration highlighted how coffee can create livelihoods, opportunities, connections, and new possibilities for local communities.

Here’s to the farmers, entrepreneurs, partners, and coffee lovers who keep the spirit of coffee brewing! ☕✨🤎

03/10/2026

𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟯 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 | 𝗡'𝗬𝗢𝗚 𝗞𝟮 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The final day arrives. The N’YOG celebration reaches its peak.

Here are the lined-up activities for Day 3, October 3, 2026 (Saturday):

1. Coco Trade Expo - 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
2. COCOLAKI & COCOBIGAT - 10:30 AM to 12:00 NN
3. COCOTHON: A Coconut Innovation Challenge - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
4. Awarding and Closing Ceremonies - 4:01 PM to 5:00 PM

From strength to innovation to celebration. The niyog ends this festival the way it began: with yaman, oportunidad, gawa, at kaunlaran.

See you at Atrium, GMall of Tagum, Davao del Norte.

Kitakits, mga higala!

02/10/2026

𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧 𝗡'𝗬𝗢𝗚 𝗞𝟮 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟'𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗨𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘

The aprons are on, and the fires are lit, placing coconut in the spotlight.

The stoves were ablaze during the afternoon session of Day 2 of the N’YOG K2 DAVNOR FESTIVAL 2026 as six exceptional contenders accepted the challenge and entered the culinary arena for the COOKCONUT CHALLENGE: From Local Ingredients to Market-Ready Dish.

Jonalyn Sabid of Hungry Helper prepared Coco Chicken Luntian, Hungry Helper’s coconut-inspired version of chicken cordon bleu, featuring a coconut meat filling and coconut pulp breading, paired with a coconut milk and coconut sugar cream sauce.

Ms. Rosalina Sator of Rosalina’s Tasty Empanada prepared Creamy Tasty Bibingka, an elevated version of the traditional bibingka topped with salted egg and sweet macapuno strips.

Mr. Samuel Jay Fernandez of Creamy Box Events and Sweets prepared CocoSava Macapuno, a tropical treat that highlighted coconut in three delicious ways, creamy coconut milk, tender coconut strips, and sweet, velvety macapuno, all blended over a soft cassava base with milk.

Furthermore, Amiel Bryan Carcedo of Mr. Brew showcased an air-fried stuffed white squid, with coconut pulp as the main ingredient of the stuffing and a sauce infused with coconut milk.

Alfredo Cortez of Alfredo’s Grill showcased two dishes: Ginataang Hito, which used coconut pulp as breading and coconut milk as sauce, and Bicol Express.

Lastly, Ariane Maravilla of Mabuhay Bakeshop prepared CocoBliss Cheesecake, a coconut-inspired cheesecake with pandan and calamansi.

The competition concluded with Ms. Rosalina Sator taking third place for Creamy Tasty Bibingka, Jonalyn Sabid taking second place for Coco Chicken Luntian, and Amiel Bryan Carcedo being named champion for the air-fried stuffed white squid.

Ultimately, the challenge showed why the coconut is called the Tree of Life: its versatility nourished creativity, elevated local ingredients into market-ready dishes, and supported community livelihood.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants who made Day 2 of the N’YOG K2 DAVNOR FESTIVAL 2026 a meaningful celebration of local flavor and ingenuity.

02/10/2026

𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗖𝗢𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗨𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘, 𝗢𝗡𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗧 𝗡'𝗬𝗢𝗚 𝗞𝟮 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

From savory delicacies to home essentials, discover just how far the coconut can go at the Coco Trade Expo, in celebration with the N'YOG K2 DavNor Festival 2026 here at the Atrium, GMall of Tagum!

Explore a wide array of coconut-based products, from food to non-food items, crafted and curated by exhibitors from different cities and municipalities of Davao del Norte:

1. Wonder M Essentials
2. Ernesto's Food Hub
3. UMAHAN International Incorporated
4. Caresystem Technology Solutions (CocoSaka)
5. Bee Naturals
6. Irene's Coconut Handicrafts
7. Zamora Agri-Industries Coconut Products Trading
8. Del Monte Farmers Association
9. Nancy's Honeybee Products
10. Healthy Sweets Mindanao Corp
11. Derya Tableya
12. Tsokolate de Silagan
13. Kristel's Bukayo Special At Iba Pa
14. Millennium Specialty Coco Products, Inc.
15. Roby's Choco Products
16. Anibongan Guadalupe Coconut Farmers Organization
17. Dominador Handicrafts
18. It's All About Buko
19. Davao del Norte PWD Association
20. Department of Trade and Industry
21. ATI Davao Region
22. Philippine Coconut Authority
23. Victory Farm Agrarian Reform Cooperative
24. San Remegio Agrarian Reform Beneficiaries Cooperative
25. Brgy. San Isidro PWD Association

Taste local coconut delicacies, shop handcrafted coconut goods, and support the farmers, artisans, and entrepreneurs who turn every part of the coconut into something valuable. This is your chance to see the province's coconut industry come alive, one booth at a time.

Catch the Coco Trade Expo running until October 3, 2026, at the Atrium, GMall of Tagum, Magugpo East, Tagum City.

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

𝗡’𝗬𝗢𝗚 𝗞𝟮 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗡𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝟮 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗟𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦

The morning session of N’YOG K2 DAVNOR FESTIVAL 2026 Day 2 was filled with valuable information aimed at equipping farmers with more sustainable and innovative farming practices.

The COCO-NOMICS: Equipping & Funding Farmers segment featured agencies that shared their expertise. The Philippine Coconut Authority Davao del Norte, through Charvic S. Montañez and Hazel Jane B. Alquiza, thoroughly discussed fertilization as well as integrated pest and disease management. This equipped farmers with scientific solutions to common and uncommon pest problems in coconut growing.

The Land Bank of the Philippines, through its representative Jocelyn A. Claudel, and the Development Bank of the Philippines, through Mr. Kiven Dalagan, discussed financial assistance and grants available to coconut farmers and the industry. Their discussions comprehensively covered program information, qualifications, requirements, and other relevant data to support our coconut farmers.

The morning program concluded with the turnover of RAPID Growth Project coconut rehabilitation tools to Victory Farm Agrarian Reform Cooperative. This initiative will surely help sustain the operations and processes of DavNor’s coconut farmers.

Through these efforts, the N’YOG K2 DAVNOR FESTIVAL 2026 continues to demonstrate its commitment to empowering farmers, providing them not only with knowledge and resources but also with the tools they need to build a more resilient and productive coconut industry for Davao del Norte.

02/10/2026