Davao Major Industries: Agriculture is the main industry of the people in the region and because of its thickly forested area, wood processing is one of the major industries. Forested areas are fully developed for large scale operators. The Region at present is the biggest producer of lumber in the country. Grain processing is another major industry of the region brought about by large industries of the rice and corn from Davao del Sur and South Cotabato. Large quantities of export quality fruits like pineapples, bananas and citrus are also produced in the region. Fishing is the industry mostly engaged in especially in Surigao del Sur. It is the main livelihood of the people. The region being surrounded by large bodies of water, is rich with fish resources. The region, particularly Davao Province, has rich gold and copper deposits. Iron, are and copper are mined in Mati, Davao, Oriental. Parent Page - Geography and Topography - Location Map - Getting There The People - Arts and Culture - Shopping - Sightseeing - Recreation Food, Bars and Dining - Language and Dialect - Cultural Tourist Attractions Historical Tourist Attractions - Religious Tourist Attractions - Major Industries Man-made Tourist Attractions - Miscellaneous - Fiestas and Festivals Special Interests - Place to Stay - Communications and Networking References, Links and Resources - Pinoy Showcase Search Directory While we strive to make the information accurate as possible. We are not responsible for any mistake of materials, typographical error or any other kind. All Rights Reserved - 2002-2006 ® Davao Guide & Reference, Davao Islands Philippines