Magsaysay is a 5th class municipality in the province of Lanao del Norte, Philippines. Established in 1964 and named after former President Ramon Magsaysay, it is known for its agricultural economy and cultural diversity.
Key Facts:
Capital barangay: Poblacion
Population: About 20,000 (2020 census)
Main livelihood: Agriculture, especially coconut farming
Languages spoken: Maranao, Cebuano, Binukid, and Tagalog
Festivals: Celebrates the Niyogan Festival every May 23, showcasing its identity as the “Municipality of Coconut”
Magsaysay is a peaceful, multicultural municipality focused on agriculture and slowly developing into a local eco-tourism and farm tourism destination.
The proposed Farm-to-Market Road will open opportunities in the area to open access to the various products to the market such as coconut, corn, rice, and banana in terms of production, processing, and marketing. Rehabilitation and/or opening an access road
