12/10/2026
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๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐, ๐๐๐ฟ๐๐๐๐๐๐ผ | ๐๐๐ฉ๐ค๐๐๐ง 8, 2026 โ The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), led by Administrator and Chief Executive Officer Dr. Dexter R. Buted, strengthened international collaboration for a more sustainable and resilient coconut industry during the Sustainable Coconut Roundtable 2026, held on October 5โ9 in Bali, Indonesia.
Organized by the Sustainable Coconut Partnership (SCP), the conference gathered government officials, multinational companies, industry leaders, researchers, and development partners under the theme โCoalitions, Capital, and Action for the Future of Coconut.โ The event featured discussions on responsible farm rejuvenation, sustainable sourcing, investment mobilization, climate resilience, and improving coconut farmersโ livelihoods.
A major highlight of PCAโs participation was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SCP, establishing a framework for public-private collaboration to support coconut farming communities in Davao and the Bicol Region.
Through the agreement, PCA will work hand in hand with SCP members and partners to mobilize investments, technical expertise, and development support for the continuous improvement of coconut farming communities. The partnership aims to strengthen farm productivity, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and create lasting economic opportunities for coconut farmers and their families.
During the conference, Administrator Buted delivered a presentation titled โFrom Commitment to Co-Investment: Philippine Coconut Authority and SCP Unveil a New Model for Sector Transformation,โ highlighting the Philippinesโ efforts to move beyond traditional production-driven approaches toward comprehensive industry modernization and farmer empowerment.
He presented the countryโs coconut industry as a major contributor to the national economy, with approximately 3.7 million hectares of coconut plantations, around three million registered farmers and farm workers, and record export earnings of US$3.57 billion in 2025.
Despite these achievements, he emphasized the need to address aging coconut plantations, climate-related risks, productivity gaps, and limited farm-level investments.
Administrator Buted highlighted PCAโs major initiatives, including the Massive Coconut Planting Program, targeting 100 million coconut palms by 2028, the Coconut Fertilization Program, climate-resilient varietal development, and agricultural research and innovation.
He likewise underscored the importance of investing in farmers through Republic Act No. 11524, or the Coconut Farmers and Industry Trust Fund Act, which established a trust fund to support livelihood development, education, healthcare, credit, training, and other essential services for coconut farmers.
The Administrator also presented PCAโs Coco Academy, BAYANIyugan campaign, and Adopt a Coconut Palm (ACoPA) Project as initiatives demonstrating how government, private institutions, and communities can work collectively to advance industry development.
PCAโs participation also provided opportunities to engage international stakeholders on innovative financing, sustainable supply chains, and shared investments in coconut-producing communities.
The newly signed agreement with SCP marks an important step in translating these international commitments into concrete action, particularly for farming communities in Davao and Bicol.
Through stronger international partnerships and sustained investments, PCA reaffirms its commitment to building a globally competitive coconut industry where progress is measured not only by increased production and export growth but ultimately by improved livelihoods and a better future for Filipino coconut farmers and their families.
