Northern Mindanao / Bukidnon
Valencia
A landslide on October 18, 2025 in Quezon, Bukidnon collapsed the Buda Road, the main highway between Davao City and Cagayan de Oro. Daily economic losses ran to ₱187 million; total losses reached ₱14.07 billion by December 2025. Valencia City is the closest major urban center to the collapse site and sits on the same corridor. DPWH opened a gravel bypass in January 2026 and completed an asphalt overlay in March 2026. Valencia is the City of Golden Harvest with bagsakan markets, sugar milling at BUSCO and Crystal Sugar, and commercial malls including Robinsons, Gaisano, and NVM Mall.
Valencia at a Glance
- Location:
- Bukidnon plateau, central Mindanao, along the Sayre Highway
- Province:
- Component city of Bukidnon (Region X)
- Mayor:
- Azucena P. Huervas
- Highlights:
- Highland trade, Valencia Farmer’s Market, BUSCO sugar mills, and Lake Apo
- Agri Industry:
- Major center for sugar, rice, corn, and pineapple processing
- Local Stop:
- Central Mindanao University (CMU) for fresh dairy and Musuan Peak views
- Barangays:
- 31
- Valencia city center
- Pulangi River
- Bukidnon highland routes
Local context
Valencia's current mayor reference on this page is Amie "Junamie" Galario. MindaNews reported Amie "Junamie" Galario was proclaimed Valencia City mayor elect in May 2025; PNA later identified Mayor Amie Galario in October 2025.
Valencia is linked to local place pages including Valencia city center, Bukidnon highland routes. Those pages help separate the city guide from a generic location summary by giving readers concrete markets, parks, transport corridors, civic districts, and visitor routes to compare.
The city profile emphasizes Valencia city center, Pulangi River, Bukidnon highland routes. These points give the page a practical local frame instead of treating the city as only a name on a regional map.
Landmarks and orientation points
- Valencia city center
- Pulangi River
- Bukidnon highland routes
Frequently Asked Questions About Valencia
What is Valencia City famous for?
Valencia is recognized as the "City of Good Harvest" and the commercial center of Bukidnon. It is famous for its productive agricultural plains, massive sugar mills like BUSCO, and the Valencia Farmer’s Market, which is one of the busiest in Mindanao.
How do you get to Valencia from Cagayan de Oro?
You can take a bus or van from the Agora Terminal in CDO. The trip along the scenic Sayre Highway takes about 3 to 4 hours, with non aircon bus fares typically ranging from ₱180 to ₱250 in 2026.
Where is Lake Apo and how do you get there?
Lake Apo is located in Barangay Guinoyuran, about 11 kilometers from the city proper. It is a volcanic crater lake known for its clear water and peaceful atmosphere. You can reach it via a 20 minute habal habal or private vehicle ride from the poblacion.
What is special about the Central Mindanao University (CMU) campus?
Located in Musuan, just south of the city center, CMU is a premier agricultural school. Visitors often stop for their fresh "Musuan Peak" dairy products, including fresh milk and gouda cheese, sold at the university’s dairy outlet.
When is the best time to visit for festivals?
The Golden Harvest Festival is held every January 12 to celebrate the city’s agricultural bounty. It is the best time to see the city’s cultural displays and trade fairs.
How is Valencia different from Malaybalay?
While Malaybalay is the administrative and cultural capital with a cooler "Pine City" vibe, Valencia is the commercial powerhouse. Valencia is where the major trade, milling, and transit logistics of Bukidnon happen.
Source note
MindaNews reported Amie "Junamie" Galario was proclaimed Valencia City mayor elect in May 2025; PNA later identified Mayor Amie Galario in October 2025.