Huwebes, Mayo 19, 2016

The Sto. Domingo Abaca Industry


What is Abaca? Musa textiles  or t he Abaca plant is a tree like plant resembles the banana, however, they differ from each other through their characteristics; the leave of the Abaca are narrower with pointed ends and a dark green color. The banana leaves are boarder with light green shade.

In Sto. Domingo Abaca is one of the livelihood of its residents. Until now most of them are still farming of Abaca.


The part of the Abaca plant are relatively smaller than that of the banana and its fruit is not as palatable. This plant can easily be retaken for a banana plan
For Abaca farmers the most important part of Abaca plant is the stalk which is the source of the fiber. It is stronger than cotton and two times stronger than sisal fiber.

Abaca plant is truly a treasure in Sto Domingo. The fibers it produces are so versitable that being known for its great strength, it is used to make, footwear, high strength rope, bags, doormats, and other durables. The Abaca fiber are used in the production of handy craft  product such as fashion, accessories, decoration, furniture garnet, textile, packaging materials, table top accessories, playthings for pets, and for sports materials.