Harvesting Abaca (HARDEST JOB in the Philippines?) - Catanduanes

IS HARVESTING ABACA THE HARDEST JOB IN THE PHILIPPINES?
Catanduanes is the largest producer of abaca in the world; this island province is the source of a third of this naturally-grown fiber, used for clothing, teabags, shipping ropes amongst other things.
Today, I'm exploring the Happy Island from Puraran Beach to the north in Pandan. Let's see what happens along the way!
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[@karjay-comph]

Hi ..hi is may husband and daughter..thank you..for visiting nahologan falls 🎉🎉🎉❤❤

[@jdive12]

Wow, great video fearuring perhaps one of the most unexplored yet one of the most majestic places in the country!

[@aurorasarmiento4694]

Anslem aka KUMANDER DAOT, you deserve to be one of the ambassador in our tourism industry...keep it going KD, thanks and may our Lord thy God bless and protect you..

[@CasaLobo77]

KD your vlogs have become more informative and useful over the years keep it up..cheers mate!🍻

[@ronnelvictordelacruz3121]

agree!

[@wyxz0507]

KD! Your aerial footages are breathtaking! Thank you for showing the beauty of my country that even I haven't yet had the pleasure of exploring. All the best! ❤

[@osiarap]

Thank you, great aerial footages, and educational narration.

[@mtnluvr]

WOW. Catanduanes is like heaven. Thanks KD.

[@ianendangan7462]

Coffee and KD video in the morning. 100% surebet I will have happy vibes today 😊😊😊

[@garyfelker8206]

You always amaze me with your blogs even the aerial videos which is why you are the first among those bloggers that i follows. Keep up the positive vibes KD, 💪

[@rlhouse3635]

I didn’t know what the abaca plant looks like until this amazing vlog, KD. I feel like the cost should be >65 pesos per kg since it is so difficult and laborious to harvest/process. They certainly deserve more than what they get paid for, and hopefully the government provides some funding to support them especially during the typhoon season. L The province looks so majestic with its beautiful coastline, lush forests/hills, and verdant green pastures. Thank you for taking us along with you to remote places. Truly appreciate your hard work to educate us about the Philippines and the hard-working Filipinos. Take care always, be safe, and God bless. 🥰❤️

[@iamkathaleya6040]

same here.. I thought the abaca looks like a pineapple leaves... Thank you kumander for showing us another beautiful place in the Philippines... 🤩😀

[@gracechan8951]

thank you, being Filipino and not exposed to province life make me happy every time you introduce new trees, fruits, etc. , learning from your vlog. Also, the scenery its really majestic.

[@charlesetienne6037]

KD I live in the Seychelles, man the way you portray and show the beauty of the Philippines province is really something special for me, as a foreigner this country has some stunning beauty, prestige and unspoiled environment where human pollution has not done its destruction.

[@christopherturco197]

I've heard of it raining cats and dogs but never heard of falling carabao before. lol I'm not so sure how happy that spider was, but I don't think you should stick around to find out. Maybe one day you can make it to Hawaii and see Happy Face spiders. They're really quite small and are found in very remote areas on O'ahu that I know of. I don't remember where else in the islands they live, but I'm certain they are on some of the other islands as well.

[@DallasCarr-1]

Stick around... hahahaaa

[@teresitacampagna4960]

Another fascinating vlog! The drone shots of the coastlines and landscapes are amazing. It's remarkable to see the Filipinos still using century old method of processing abaca. Interesting to see local manufacturing of surf boards. As always, your narration is so informative. There's never a dull moment in your vlogs. You sustain our attention and excitement as we watch your videos. More power to you and looking forward to more adventures. 21:00

[@Milvert08]

I envy you, you bought my dream adventure bike. Plus you get to discover different provinces, something I always wanted to do.

[@goefrylucero5132]

i born in this province, and i really missed coming back, its been 41 years since we left and move to manila. very beautifull and peacefull.

[@janetparreno7389]

Congrat kumander for being so matiyaga and masipag. Hope and pray you will harvest the fruits of your labor and pay it patience

[@lhitomelendrez7253]

Thank you KD for this vlog...wish you goodluck and safe travelling. God bless u and your family...💖🙏🙏🙏

[@yanny-ig7lr]

I just love your narration Kumander D. Laban lang but amping kanunany Kumander D. #longlive #kumanderDAOT ❤

[@ameliabautista1945]

Magingat ka ansel all the time you travel

[@leadynah]

Great job Kumander! This is amazing!

[@RG-rc8yk]

Wonderful subject matter. Very high definition, very clear picture. The sound quality is excellent. Thank you for a great production. Arkansas USA

[@chubbawockee]

My mom's home island. I've visited several times. Beautiful place!

[@josephinecodod8457]

wow amazing scenery love Catanduanes

[@owentr3svall3s68]

Solid itenerary KD. Batonhon here.

[@ReyvenBergado-tf2sc]

Abaca is the hardest fiber in the world. It is used in making Manila rope and paper money. Catanduanes is also used as the fastest way if you want to go to Caramoan instead of driving all the way from Naga.

[@user-xi8gp3fm3q]

Believe what you believe nothing wrong with that.

[@ReyvenBergado-tf2sc]

@@user-xi8gp3fm3q believe what you don't believe nothing wrong with that .

[@Rosendosessions]

Thank you kumander for creating such a wonderful contents, showing beautiful places and cultures of different places in the philippines,

[@captainbackfirejr]

Kumander Daot (da'-ot);- Explorer who Discovered & Conquered The Philippines

[@DMTCYMATICSDreamMusicTemple]

Yorkshire Tea! Love ur videos as always!

[@clarktiglao834]

Dept of tourism should fund your channel for trailblazing explorations

[@aurorasarmiento4694]

I am 101% totally agree with you, we hope that our gov't funder Anselm's travel vlog...he really deserve it.

[@user-mz4ce2rm9z]

I really believe they should pay him because he does a great job at it.❤❤❤❤

[@robertaschalkhammer3446]

Thank you for taking us to Catanduanes KD! This is such a beautiful island province. One of my favorite travel vlogs from you. Your drone shots are incredible!

[@aloneicamealoneigo]

I started sharing your vlogs because of the information one could learn from it.

[@user-xq3px1hu1x]

The government should do something for this abaca , they must provide machines for easy and fast manufacturing abaca and could produce more products for exports. Then help the abaca farmers for their benefits and so, they will enjoy and inspire working in abaca farm.

[@KumanderDaot]

Machines do exist but the quality of fiber is different. There are separate prices (and uses) for hand stripped and decorcitated

[@charlesetienne6037]

Yes traditional ​@@KumanderDaot

[@jonieservidad4664]

Hi KD, amping!💪 Ur videos are spectacular, i love it.👍Catanduanes is beautiful.❤

[@donfacundo6089]

Mr. Daot you're here!🎉

[@julidev1445]

Wow. That's another discovery of a mystic Catanduanes. Thank you KD for the beautiful vid.

[@moondustgirl2132]

Beautiful sceneries. 💚💙 Honestly didn't know much about Abaca and didn't even know that we're the largest supplier of Abaca worldwide. Thanks for this informative vlog. It seems though that it's the middlemen who are profiting the most from it and not the locals who are harvesting/producing it. 🙁

[@seaweedhero1707]

17:23 Best Jeepney Ever? Wow!

[@DeathAdder9558]

Golden orb weaver spider is not poisonous.

[@armandosuaverdez-if4jz]

Good morning ldol from cabugao bato catanduanes

[@user-xq3px1hu1x]

This is the first time I see abaca but in your vlog only sir kumander

[@dorisdalanon6663]

Catanduanes is such a beautiful place...I've veen there once a decade ago. Always stay safe and God bless Kumander Daot..m

[@ferdsbayas1116]

Not impossible for you to live like locals. Hooray Kumander Daot 🙌👏

[@richardbrown9344]

This would have to be the best channel I have ever seen on the Philippines.

[@rising_sun4441]

Wow! Such a beautiful place. It always reminds me when the Fighter Boys were there; and when Kulas helped the people after a devastating typhoon destroyed the houses especially in Puraran beach area.

[@luckylover4048]

My hometown. Definitely my favorite place in the world. The balance of beautiful beaches and mountains being together in one place. Good food and happy people. The perfect place to chill and relax. Thank you for featuring Catanduanes kumander. 🍻 - Catandunganon living Davao City

[@BagitongByahero-dz4pr]

Yahoooooo Kumander ❤ LagalaG edi WOW po ako❤️ tagal nadin po lagi na nuod syo bihira lng po Mg comment Keep Safe Godbless po 🙏♥️ Alright ALABYO 🤘♥️😘

[@loveorangeToledotribe]

Kuya, who was showing the abaca and the community, is so humble and soft spoken. His eagerness on explaining information about abaca is really sweet. Thank you to both of you 🤗

[@romantvfoodies]

So beautiful aerial shot . thank you KD for coming to our beautiful island

[@francissalado524]

Wow!! Catanduanes landscape is amazing..Thanks KD and keep safe!!

[@DallasCarr-1]

Hey! I think I know that guy at the end of the video. Pretty sure I may have unknownly helped him export some secret ingredients from the other side of the pond to the Philippines. 😂

[@NeoKrypton21]

Wow!!! Your video and scenic views are so calming and relaxing. It is so nice to watch your vlogs after a tiresome day from work. Thank you, Anselm.

[@tinaraphael9783]

Really appreciate your time to exercise the handwork. People are awesome .

[@PosaTheExplorer]

Wow nalingaw kos imo video na miss ko pinas tuloy. na miss ko mag taksi ng abaka. Awesome video from Kulas fans here.

[@bevrogers1412]

Loving this vlog! The northern part of the island is beautiful 😊

[@filamhalohalo]

Thanks for another awesome vlog KD! ❤Your drone shots are so beautiful. I enjoy watching your travels going to remote areas and showcasing these majestic places. Well done sir!

[@edpjhcsc1407]

Salamat kaayo Kumander Daot for sharing beautiful places sa Pilipinas. The best kaayo ang imong mga videos sir showing great places.

[@karentoews2706]

Watching from Canada

[@michaeljoshuapabia]

I like that you tried these jobs like the weaving you did in Ilocos. Looking forward to more of your adventures in Catanduanes! amping kanunay

[@Manila-sb3sn]

Thank you for sharing this video with us. Nice video KD.

[@jachinoy1565]

Ganda ng pilipinas ❤ Thank u for always featuring different kind of places and our locals

[@user-mz4ce2rm9z]

As always, KD: stunning photos and drone shots!!’ You excel in all your vlogs and your style of narration commands listening to, I do and enjoy it..,be safe always ❤❤❤ 🎉🎉🎉⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🤟

[@phantomflanflinger8675]

So many of provinces of the Philippines are so beautiful, I hope they remain unspoilt for a long time to come. I may end up in the P.I. myself before too long with my wife. Maybe see you there K.D.

[@luzbantowag3957]

Watching your vlog is amazing beautiful nature's

[@edr_tv]

kumander d❤ keep safe

[@muzik0279]

kataw - means mermaid if i recall it clearly it's a Visaya word

[@duckylangley]

My partners parents do Abaca on their farm. Maybbe you should do a video on them.

[@mohammadessanali7597]

I think this is the same jacked guy in Kulas' vlog no?

[@GaudiosoSambitan]

nice one kumander idol daot

[@BarrioRunner]

Another great video

[@seaweedhero1707]

1:07 Kumander Sleepy!

[@stefyganda9798]

Ganda pala dyan kumander daot.

[@b-lopez394]

At least they are dry their abaca fiber outside the road not like in Luzon they dry the rice in the road

[@jdmotovlogs822]

A very nice fishing spot kumander! Jigging and ajing

[@FOX090270]

Hard work on pulling abaca kumander daot.😅

[@Nilosamudio-z9f]

Try to visit datag caramoran ser hehe shout outvfrom la torre and vibares family

[@arizenzei]

great job as always bud! keep it up! safe journey.

[@bugsybusoy6674]

Ha ha ha awesome kumander Daot your enjoying it bravissimo!😄😄😁

[@adventure7621]

Dito SA southern Leyte maraming abaka.. Yan Yung hanap Buhay ng iBang tao sa bundok

[@emilwaffu]

Paradise

[@richardbrown9344]

What camera do you use mate...The filming is amazing and so clear...

[@KumanderDaot]

Mostly a Sony A7Sii but sometimes using DJI Action 2 & 3... then the drone is DJI Air 2S... love the sensor on them!

[@scotbownes5627]

Very cool

[@ymitzcharles8175]

wow nice

[@efrenludevise1551]

Madayaw na pag abot SA banwa Ng pandan n caramoran I'm from dvonor

[@seaweedhero1707]

Do you calculate the Abaca harvest on an Abacus?

[@minervatolentino1368]

nice! mahirap! thank you for this!

[@Johntravel83]

Nice place 😃

[@freddiefrancisco56]

Good morning kumander...

[@KumanderDaot]

Good morning!

[@azph4105]

4:15 be careful when you swim. there could be peeing carabaos upstream... wasnt called nahulugan for nothing. hehe

[@KumanderDaot]

🤣🤣🤣

[@benaquino9120]

Highway to hemp

[@SilviaDomanico]

❤❤❤❤

[@BongiePilapilMacas]

Wow❤❤❤

[@Metalloid62]

"KATAW" is reversed word for "WATAK" - which means something that is Scattered or Separated. But yes it is Mermaid!

[@maxeldutz2433]

Kumander pangutana daw nila kong naa bay bunga ang abaka?

[@nedbelasoto5902]

"Kataw" in ilonggo means mermaid

[@kanamesouda4496]

KATAW means "Mermaid"

[@edpjhcsc1407]

Kumander Daot - "Kataw" sa akoa nahibaloan kay "mermaid" na ang meaning niya.

[@jonjap8363]

Kataw is mermaid

[@b-lopez394]

KD, The Fibers goes to China and turns to a rope and sold in the US or UK labeled MADE IN CHINA! 😞

[@KumanderDaot]

I believe 65% of abaca still goes to the UK directly...

[@EDG_Nation]

Kataw = is mermaid or humanoid sea creature Kataw is very old & seldom use Bisaya word