Agricultural Resources The island of Mindanao is situated away from the typhoon belt, with a tropical climate enjoyed

by Mindanaoan throughout the year. Farm products are best grown in this area because of its rich soil. For these reasons, Mindanao is the major source of agricultural resources in the Philippines. The major producer of rubber in the country is in Mindanao, South Cotabato and the Zamboanga peninsula in particular. For the past few years, rubber has been the top earner for Mindanao. Various programs and techniques are provided for the farmers to maintain and further promote the rubber industry in Mindanao. Other than rubber, the biggest pineapple production of the country is in Mindanao. Bukidnon province is home of the biggest pineapple plantation in the archipelago, and one of the largest in the world, Del Monte Philippines. Aside from pineapple, sugar mills, cattle farms, and anthuriums can also be found in the province of Bukidnon. There are a number of banana plantations established in Mindanao, specifically in Davao del Sur and Bukidnon. Export quality bananas produced from these plantations are exported to Russia, South Korea, Japan, and other foreign countries. Davao is more popular because of the exotic fruit it produces, durian. Through this site, you will know more about Bukidnon from the eyes of Bukidnon natives. Tourist spots in the province and different big fruit plantations are enumerated in this site. Besides the entertaining locations, know how warm and accommodating the people of Bukidnon are. With this, you already have an idea of what to expect if you plan to visit the home of the finest pineapples. The site talks about Mindanao, the natural richness of the island, and its fast growing economy. An overview of Mindanaoan people is also featured in this site. This site is owned by an American businessman who lives in Mindanao. Mindanao.com is your ultimate source of news and information about Mindanao, personally updated by the site owner. Through this site you will see an image of a

banana plantation in Davao del Sur. Mindanao cities and provinces are listed in this site too. The site contains an article about the fast growth of the banana business in the southern region of the country and a picture of a banana plantation in Mindanao. Famous people of Mindanao > She is the wife of former Philippine president Diosdado Macapagal and the mother of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. > Manny Pacquiao was born on December 12, 1976 in Kibawi, Bukidnon. > One of the countrys beautiful voices and known for her indigenous music style. She was born on June 12, 1968, while the National Anthem was being played in a nearby school. She got her name through a Manobo tradition wherein the first sound or first thing seen will be the name of the child. Bayang is a full-blooded Manobo from Bunawan, Agusan del Sur. She is the one who sang the closing theme of GMA-7 fantaserye Encantadia. > This beauty queen is from Iligan City and Integrated Developmental School of MSU-IIT graduate. Bb. Pilipinas 2002 2nd runner-up and crowned Ms.Tourism International 2003 in Cancun, Mexico. > Pop honey Nikki Bacolod is from Iligan City, Mindanao. She placed 1st runner-up in ABS-CBNs Search for a Star in a Million. She is also a VIVA recording artist and a mainstay of the teen-oriented show POSH. > House of Representatives Speaker from Davao. > He is from Iligan City and member of the first Mount Everest Climbing team of 2006. > He was born on August 19, 1980 in Iligan City, Mindanao. A former University of Santo Tomas basketball player and currently playing for Red Bull Barako team in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA).

> This former Viva Hot babes member was born in Cagayan de Oro. She is a graduate from Ateneo de Cagayan University and a professional singer. > Pop heartthrob Mark Bautista is from Cagayan de Oro City. He is a mainstay of ASAP 08 and one of the hottest balladeers in the Philippine music industry.

climber, theres an area in Gensan worth visiting. Kalaja cave has been the training ground for aspiring rock climbers of Gensan. Camping ground and waterfalls are additional attractions of this site. With a fifty-peso entrance fee, you can enjoy the cool and crystal-clear waters flowing towards several swimming pools. Sixteenfoot Olympic-size swimming pools are the most popular choices of local and foreign swimmers. This wildlife sanctuary has been a favourite destination of local residents. The city government of Koronadal is developing this site to attract tourists and visitors. These tourists attractions are listed to give you a glimpse of what Mindanao has to offer. Enjoy the view and the wonders of nature. Annual Festivals of Mindanao > S an annual celebration in Maguindanao highlighted by a fluvial parade as reenactment of Shariff Kabunsuans arrival hundred of years ago. > this festival is celebrated annually on the month of April in Lamitan, Basilan. Music and dances, traditional crafts and customs, are showcased in this festival. > - a commemorating festivity for the spread of Islam in the Sulu archipelago, celebrated every 2nd week of August. > this festival is Butuans version of Cebus Sinulog. > celebrated every June, as the anniversary of the founding of Agusan del Sur. Part of the celebration is the art exhibit showcasing the tribes of the entire Agusan Valley. > in Surigao City > yearly celebrated in honor of St. John the Baptist, highlighted by beach dancing and other beach activities. > - celebrated every month of August by Davaoenos. It is a celebration of bountiful harvests of fruits and farm products. A flower show, a tribal parade, and street dancing are the festivals highlights. > celebrated every 3rd week of December, showcasing the different cultures of Compostela Valley. > held every month of March. This festival is different from other festivals because

Tourists Spots in Mindanao Listed below are the famous and recommended tourist destinations in different cities of Mindanao. This is a branch of the National Museum in the CARAGA region. The museum holds important artefacts that richly tell the histories of Butuan and the CARAGA region. Jewellery and metal crafts are some of the museums collections. Showcased in this eco-tourism village are tribal crafts and practices of different Mindanao tribes. The site features the following for tourists: a camp ground, a butterfly garden, a swimming pool and guest cottages. This is a joint project of the Department of Tourism, the city government of Cagayan, and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This historic spot in Dapitan attracts tourists not only from nearby cities but from Luzon and Visayas as well. Educational field trips mostly head towards this park where the national hero was exiled during the Spanish era. Experience Dapitan and visit other historical spots. This is the newest park in Davao city and one of the Philippines biggest parks. A picnic park is provided for families who want to spend time together during weekends. Gazebos and fountains are also part of the parks attractions. Every corner of the park is installed with a video camera for security purposes. Gensan is not only home to tuna and Manny Pacquiao. If you are planning to be a rock

street dancing participants are real indigenous people. > this celebration of sweet harvests of lanzones is highlighted by a beauty pageant, a parade, and street dancing. > - celebrated every 29th of September in honor of patron St. Michael the Archangel. A beauty pageant, street dancing, cultural shows, and a parade are among the festivals highlights. > held every August 28 in honor of St. Augustine. Mardi Gras type of street dancing is one of the festivals must-see events. > Hinugyaw means merrymaking. Street dancing and trade exhibits are included in the festival highlights. > a celebration in honor of patron Sto. Nio. Street dancing and merrymaking are the festivals highlight. > a Tboli tribal festival celebrated on the month of September. Cultural dances with native music are held at the town plaza. > songs, dances, and exhibits are showcased in this festival, celebrated every third Sunday of January. > held every October in honor of the miraculous image of Our Lady of Pilar. A cultural show, an ethnic parade, and the Miss Zamboanga beauty pageant are the highlights of this celebration.