Top Ten Crops in the Philippines Based on Hectarage

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 The agriculture industry is an essential sector in the Philippines, contributing significantly to the country's economic growth and development. The country's tropical climate and fertile soil make it an ideal location for growing crops, making agriculture one of the primary sources of livelihood for many Filipinos.


In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at the top ten crops in the Philippines based on hectarage, from the highest to the lowest.


  1. Rice - Rice is the staple food of the Philippines, making it the most important crop in the country. The Philippines is a major rice producer, and the crop occupies the largest hectarage of all crops, accounting for about 4 million hectares of land.
  2. Corn - Corn is the second most essential crop in the Philippines, occupying about 2.6 million hectares of land. The crop is grown in all regions of the country and is used as feed for livestock, as well as a raw material for various food products.
  3. Coconut - The Philippines is the world's second-largest coconut producer, and the crop occupies approximately 3.5 million hectares of land. Coconuts are used for various purposes, including food, medicine, and cosmetics.
  4. Sugarcane - Sugarcane occupies around 400,000 hectares of land in the Philippines and is a significant crop in the country's agriculture industry. The crop is used as a source of sugar and ethanol.
  5. Banana - The Philippines is the world's second-largest banana producer, with around 450,000 hectares of land devoted to banana cultivation. Bananas are a major export product, and the country is known for its high-quality bananas.
  6. Pineapple - Pineapple is a significant crop in the Philippines, occupying approximately 210,000 hectares of land. The country is one of the top pineapple producers in the world and is known for its sweet and juicy pineapples.
  7. Mango - Mango occupies around 170,000 hectares of land in the Philippines and is a significant crop in the country's agriculture industry. The Philippines is one of the top mango producers in the world, and the crop is used for food, medicine, and cosmetics.
  8. Cassava - Cassava occupies approximately 160,000 hectares of land in the Philippines and is a vital crop in the country's agriculture industry. The crop is used as a source of starch and is also used as animal feed.
  9. Peanut - Peanut is a significant crop in the Philippines, occupying around 110,000 hectares of land. The crop is used for food and oil production, and the country is known for its high-quality peanuts.
  10. Tobacco - Tobacco occupies approximately 80,000 hectares of land in the Philippines and is an essential crop in the country's agriculture industry. The crop is used for cigarette production and is a significant source of income for many Filipino farmers.


Agriculture is an essential sector in the Philippines, and these top ten crops are vital to the country's economy and livelihoods. While rice, corn, and coconut occupy the largest hectarage, other crops like banana, pineapple, and mango are also essential export products and contribute significantly to the country's economic growth.

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