INVEST IN NEGROS OCCIDENTAL!

The Next Best Investment Destination
Positioning the "Sugarbowl of the Philippines" as a diverse land of opportunity for agriculture, tourism, technology, and beyond.
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Why Invest in Negros Occidental?

Negros Occidental's strategic location is making it an ideal hub for trade and commerce. The province takes pride in its modern infrastructure, including ports, airports, and highways, facilitating seamless connectivity with domestic and international markets.

Heritage

Rich in Cultural Heritage & Natural Attractions

Resources

Skilled & Trainable Human Resources

Agriculture

Vast Agricultural Land

IT-BPO

Attractive Location for IT-BPO

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Key Investment Areas

Agribusiness &
Agriculture

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Tourism & Tourism-Related Services

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Renewable
Energy

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I.T.-Enabled Services

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Logistics &
Transportation

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Gov. Eugenio Jose Bong Lacson
GOV. EUGENIO JOSE "BONG" LACSON Negros Occidental

Message from the Governor

Greetings!

Negros Occidental is one of the most gifted provinces in the country in terms of natural and human resources. With a population of more than 3 million people, a land area of 792,607 hectares, 6 power sources, excellent communication facilities, easy accessibility through air, land and sea transport, competitive labor cost, and a strong government support.

More than just sugar, Negros Occidental is a sound and dependable choice for investment in the areas of tourism, healthcare, IT and BPO industry, manufacturing, real estate, retail, infrastructure development, renewable energy, motor vehicle products, shipping, shipbuilding and of course, agribusiness.

If you are looking for a place to invest, choosing Negros Occidental is one of the best decisions you can make. Outside Metro Manila, Negros Occidental has the most number of cities with its highly-urbanized capital Bacolod City plus 12 component cities and 19 municipalities.

Investment is always about the future and Negros Occidental is open for business!

The Future of Investment is Here

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Weekly Commodity Price Watch
DA Market Watch
Grains /kg:
Well-milled Rice (Local) 55.00
Corn (Yellow) 91.75
Mungbean 98.25
Fish /kg:
Bangus (Large) 218.00
Galunggong (Local) 258.00
Tilapia 180.00
Livestock /kg:
Beef Brisket 318.50
Poultry & Eggs:
Whole Chicken (Fully Dressed) 187.50
Egg (White Medium) 8.75
Egg (White Extra Large) 10.00
Vegetables /kg:
Ampalaya 126.00
Eggplant 98.50
Tomato 145.50
Broccoli 291.00
Carrots 138.50
White Potato 149.75
Pechay Baguio 121.25
Source: Department of Agriculture - Negros Island Region (Libertad Public Market - August 20, 2026)
August 20, 2026, Libertad Public Market
Source: Department of Agriculture – Negros Island Region