Land Classification

The Municipality of Wao has only two land classification. These are classified as the Alienable and Disposable (A & D) lands and the Forestlands/Timberland.

A & D lands of the municipality constitute around 44.11 percent of the total municipal area. Most of these lands (A&D) are found in areas with slope 18 percent and below. These areas comprised the lowland portion of the municipality where extensive agriculture activities and crop production occurs.

On the other hand, Forestlands and/or Timberland constitute 55.89 percent of the total municipal population. Most of these lands (Forestland/Timberland) are found in areas with slope 18 percent and above. These areas comprised the upland portion of the municipality where agro-forestry related activities are conducted.

data source: MPDC Municipal Profile