Davao City is currently reclaiming its title as the country’s agricultural heart through the "Abundant Harvest" circuit, a sensory-heavy travel route officially launched during the March 2026 Araw ng Dabaw celebrations. As part of the city’s broader "Suroy Ta!" initiative, this curated tour moved beyond traditional sightseeing to offer travelers an immersive, dirt-under-the-fingernails experience with the region’s most famous exports. By May 6, 2026, the circuit has matured into a top-tier attraction, capitalizing on a 17.38% surge in visitor arrivals as people flock to see how the city transforms its "Blue Wealth" and fertile volcanic soil into world-class delicacies. This isn't just a tour; it’s a strategic effort by the City Tourism Operations Office (CTOO) to decentralize urban tourism, bringing the benefits of the city’s 2 million annual visitors directly to the orchards and vineyards of the highlands.
A Tuscany Vibe in the Tropical Highlands
One of the most talked-about stops in the 2026 circuit is the Taglucop Estate Vineyard and Winery, which hosted its first Harvest Festival on March 15, 2026. Visitors are currently experiencing what many call a "Taste of Tuscany" in the heart of Tacunan, where rows of Shiraz and Moscato of Alexandria grapes defy the tropical climate. The estate has successfully moved from a private experiment to a bespoke destination where guests participate in traditional grape stomping and vineyard putting challenges. It serves as a sophisticated pivot for Davao’s agricultural scene, proving that the city’s microclimates can sustain high-end viticulture alongside its historic fruit plantations.
The Alchemy of Cacao and Cheese
The circuit continues to highlight the "Filipino Way" of production at Malagos Farmhouse, where Olive Puentespina’s internationally recognized cheeses are being paired with award-winning Davao chocolates. As of early May, the farm is showcasing its "Mango Sublime"—a soft chèvre dotted with sun-ripened Davao mangoes—which has recently gained traction on international business class flights and in luxury hotels. Simultaneously, the Gran Verde Family Farm in Calinan is drawing cacao enthusiasts with its "Kakao Lakaw" tours, offering a transparent look at how raw beans are fermented and roasted into premium tablea. These stops emphasize value-added agriculture, showing that the city's strength lies in the creative processing of its raw harvests.
Durian Dreams and Pineapple Cooperatives
No harvest tour in Davao is complete without a deep dive into the durian culture at Belviz Farms, which currently offers a staggering 16 varieties for tasting directly under the shade of 150-year-old trees. For those visiting during the current May window, the farm provides a "Durian and Sikwate" pairing that balances the fruit’s creamy intensity with native hot chocolate. Nearby, the DAVECO Women Enterprise showcases the community-centered side of the circuit, transforming pineapple harvests into artisanal jams and juices that support local cooperative members. This blend of massive plantations and small-scale community ventures ensures that the Abundant Harvest circuit remains a sustainable, inclusive engine for the city's 2026 economic growth.
