Your Complete Guide to
Agricultural Farming & Livestock
in Region 7, Philippines
Explore farming practices, crop production, livestock management, government programs, and market opportunities across Bohol, Cebu, Negros Oriental, and Siquijor.
Staple Crops
Rice, corn, coconut, sugarcane
High-Value Crops
Vegetables, fruits, cacao, coffee, spices
Livestock & Poultry
Cattle, carabao, swine, goats, poultry
Aquaculture
Milkfish, tilapia, shrimp, seaweed
Farming Techniques
Methods, post-harvest, programs
Sustainable Ag
Agroforestry, soil health, certification
Directory
Schools, farms, labs, commercial
Resources
Calendar, stories, glossary, FAQ
Market & Sustainability
Prices, trends, eco practices
Business Planning
Plans, feasibility, credit access
Digital Agriculture
Apps, weather, online markets
Cooperatives
Join, form, CDA registration
Govt Programs
Subsidies, loans, insurance, training
Seeds & Inputs
Where to buy, prices, suppliers
Pest & Disease Guide
Identify, prevent, treat
Region 7: Central Visayas
Four provinces, 168 municipalities, one vibrant agricultural region.
Bohol
335,000 ha agricultural land. Rice, corn, coconut, root crops. Known for organic farming and Chocolate Hills.
Cebu
290,000 ha. Major corn producer. Highland vegetables (Balamban, Asturias). Urban agriculture growing.
Negros Oriental
425,000 ha. Sugarcane powerhouse. Major rice and corn producer. Dumaguete is the regional trade center.
Siquijor
52,000 ha. Smallest province. Leader in organic farming. Root crops, coconut, agri-tourism.
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Quick Facts
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Select your province to see local agriculture info, contacts, and crops.
🏝️ Bohol
Dominant crops: Coconut (120K ha), Rice (48K ha), Corn (35K ha). Known for organic farming and agri-tourism (Chocolate Hills).
- 🌾 Avg rice yield: 3.2 t/ha
- 🐄 Cattle: 135,000 head
- 🥥 Coconut capital of Region 7
PAO: (038) 411-0523 | Tagbilaran City
View Bohol Crops →🌊 Cebu
Dominant crops: Corn (68K ha — region's largest), Coconut (95K ha), Rice (32K ha). Highland vegetables in Balamban and Asturias.
- 🌽 Largest corn producer in Region 7
- 🐔 Major poultry production center
- 🥬 Highland veg: cabbage, carrot, sayote
PAO: (032) 253-4355 | Capitol Compound, Cebu City
View Cebu Crops →🌴 Negros Oriental
Dominant crops: Sugarcane (85K ha — region's powerhouse), Rice (55K ha), Corn (42K ha). Dumaguete is the regional trade center.
- 🏭 Sugar capital: Bais, Manjuyod, Tanjay
- 🐄 Largest cattle population: 155,000 head
- 🐟 Major aquaculture: shrimp, milkfish
PAO: (035) 422-8205 | Dumaguete City
View NegOr Crops →🐚 Siquijor
Dominant crops: Coconut (22K ha), Rice (6.5K ha), Root crops (8K ha). Smallest province. Leader in organic farming and agri-tourism.
- 🌱 Organic farming pioneer
- 🥥 Nearly 100% coconut coverage
- 🐐 Growing goat dairy sector
PAO: (035) 480-9054 | Siquijor
View Siquijor Farms →Getting Started in Agriculture
Step-by-step pathways for aspiring and new farmers in Region 7.
🌾 I Want to Start Rice Farming
- Secure land (own, leasehold, or lease)
- Register with RSBSA at Municipal Agriculture Office (free)
- Apply for RCEF free seeds and fertilizer subsidy
- Get soil tested at DA Soils Lab (free)
- Follow the rice growing guide on Crops page
- Insure your crop with PCIC (₱57/ha)
- Target: ₱87,500/ha revenue at 3.5 t/ha
🐔 I Want to Raise Native Chicken
- Buy 10-20 native chicks (₱80-150/chick)
- Build simple bamboo coop (₱2,000-5,000)
- Free-range + supplemental feeds (₱20-30/bird/month)
- Vaccinate for Newcastle disease at 1 month
- Sell at ₱180-280/kg (vs. ₱65-85 broiler)
- Scale to 50-100 birds for ₱50K-100K annual income
💰 I Want Government Support
- Register RSBSA (free — needed for all programs)
- Join a cooperative for collective power
- Get PCIC crop/livestock insurance
- Attend ATI training (40+ free courses)
- Apply for RCEF support (seeds, credit, machinery)
- Access Landbank credit (2-3% interest)
- Visit DA-RFO 7: (032) 253-3491