Crown Agroforestry Plantations Inc. (CAPI) is a Philippine-based agribusiness company dedicated to the development of scientifically managed agroforestry estates. The company specializes in cultivating high-value aromatic and timber crops such as agarwood, sandalwood, and essential oil–producing tree species within integrated, regenerative landscapes.
By combining plant biotechnology, precision plantation design, and ecological land stewardship, CAPI transforms underutilized land into productive, resilient, and income-generating agroforestry systems. These estates are designed as long-term natural capital assets, delivering both environmental restoration and sustainable financial returns.
Positioned at the intersection of agriculture, science, and luxury natural products, CAPI serves the growing global demand for premium botanical raw materials used in fragrance, wellness, and specialty wood industries.
Mission & Vision
Mission: To develop and manage high-value agroforestry estates through science-driven cultivation, sustainable land practices, and strategic partnerships—creating long-term ecological and economic value.
Vision: To become a leading agroforestry enterprise in the tropics, recognized for transforming landscapes into globally competitive sources of premium natural products, while restoring ecosystems and empowering rural communities.
Corporate Philosophy
CAPI operates on the belief that nature, science, and enterprise can coexist in a mutually reinforcing system. The company’s philosophy is grounded in three core pillars:
- Science-Driven Cultivation
Leveraging research, biotechnology, and advanced propagation methods to optimize crop quality, yield, and consistency. - Sustainable Stewardship
Managing land responsibly through regenerative agroforestry systems that enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and support climate resilience. - Enduring Value Creation
Designing plantations as long-term assets that grow in biological, ecological, and financial value over time.
This philosophy ensures that every hectare developed contributes not only to productivity, but also to environmental restoration and intergenerational wealth creation.
Agroforestry Model
CAPI’s agroforestry model is a multi-layered, integrated plantation system designed to maximize land productivity, ecological balance, and economic returns.
1. Species Integration
A diversified mix of high-value crops is strategically planted, including:
- Agarwood (Aquilaria spp.)
- Sandalwood (Santalum album)
- Essential oil trees (e.g., ylang-ylang, cinnamon, elemi)
This diversification reduces risk while enabling multiple revenue streams across different growth cycles.
2. Scientific Plantation Design
Plantations are developed using:
- Site-specific land assessment and mapping
- Optimized spacing and layering systems
- Soil regeneration and nutrient management protocols
This ensures efficient resource use and long-term sustainability.
3. Biotechnology & Propagation
CAPI utilizes:
- Elite mother tree selection
- Clonal propagation and tissue culture
- Controlled inoculation systems (for resin-producing species)
These methods enhance genetic quality, uniformity, and yield predictability.
4. Lifecycle Management
Each estate follows a structured lifecycle:
Land Preparation → Planting → Maintenance → Induction (for resin crops) → Harvest → Processing
This systematic approach ensures operational efficiency and product quality control.
5. Integrated Value Chain
CAPI aligns plantation outputs with downstream industries, including:
- Essential oil extraction
- Resin and wood processing
- Fragrance and wellness product manufacturing
This integration captures higher value across the supply chain.