AGRICULTURE

The City of Tagaytay is an upland city and agriculture has been the traditional economic base and as such will remain to be a significant sector in the city’s economic development. Although it is fast becoming a prime metropolis and considered a tourism area, still the major thrust is to increase agricultural production and upgrade the income level of its farm facilities, the principal agricultural crops produced are: coffee, pineapple, banana, root crops, vegetables (fruit and root), fruits, cut flowers, etc.

Among the significant factors to consider are:
· Area devoted to agriculture
· Average and total production of major crops
· Income per hectare
· Livestock and poultry

The development of the agricultural sector aims to optimize the income of farmers and improve the quality of produced products in a competitive basis. Intensified crop production is very timely because of the demand for both fresh and processed fruits in the domestic and international markets. The major agricultural products of Tagaytay are sustainedly produced for consumption purposes or for existing demands.

COMMERCE and INDUSTRY

The City of Tagaytay has no defined central business district. Instead, commercial activities tend to conglomerate at four (4) different parts of the city namely: Baragays Mendez Crossing East and West; Silang Crossing East, City Market at Barangay Tolentino East and the Mahogany Beef Market at Barangay Kaybagal South.

Tagaytay City, being basically an agricultural area has relatively few industries within its vicinity. There are on 17 industries found in the city, 2 of which are agro-based, 2 are manufacturing oriented and the remaining are cottage/livelihood industries.

TOURISM / RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

Tagaytay City being one of the vital tourist destinations in the country, plays significant role in its tourism industry. In 1995 the City ranked third to Cebu and Pagsanjan among the favorite places frequented by tourists due to its scenic attraction and available accommodation facilities that meet international standard. Because it is accessible and is strategically near in Metro Manila which is the main entry and exit point of the country’s international travelers. The city remains one of the leading tourist area in the country today.