COVID-19 brought havoc to all, but few studies have explored the experiences of coconut farmers affected mainly by COVID-19. The study aimed to determine the lived experiences of selected coconut farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It was conducted at Malita, Davao Occidental. Ten coconut farmers were chosen based on set criteria: they were bona fide residents of the area and had been farming for at least five years. A qualitative design using a phenomenological approach was used. The finding showed that coconut farmers experienced many unfavorable impacts of COVID-19, such as financial struggles, immobility due to quarantine, decreased coconut production, no copra buyer, and sought other means as alternative sources of income. In terms of ways to manage the coconut farm, farmers found measures to address the challenges and farm management. Farmers realized the importance of maintaining the farm, supporting each other, staying hopeful, and diversifying crops in the context of their challenges.
