The Department of Agriculture is supporting coconut industry development in Davao City through PHP2.2 million in grants awarded to two farmers' organizations.
Ang Department of Tourism regional office ay naghahanap ng karagdagang tourist sites sa rehiyon na kayang mag-accommodate ng mas maraming cruise visitors.
Handa na ang national government sa pagbabalik ng Philippine Tourism Awards para bigyang parangal ang mga kakaibang achievements sa travel industry ngayong taon.