Republic of the Philippines
Department of Agrarian Reform
Davao Oriental Province
Kagawaran ng Repormang Pansakahan
Boston is a 3rd-class municipality in Davao Oriental, Philippines, and the northernmost (and least densely populated) town in the province. It covers about 357 km² across 8 barangays, and as per the 2020 census, is home to 14,618 people.
Named—quite unofficially—after a miscommunication where a cane was mistaken for the place name (“Bahstaan” → “Boston”), the municipality’s name also reflects historical ties to Boston, Massachusetts, through American missionaries.
In summary, Boston offers a serene blend of coastal charm and mountain landscapes, with a rich agricultural base and growing eco-tourism potential. It stands out as a remote, English-influenced community with a unique historical backstory and vibrant natural attractions.
Department of Agrarian Reform. It is the lead government agency responsible for implementing comprehensive agrarian reform, which includes equitable land distribution, ownership, agricultural productivity, and tenurial security for farmers. DAR's main goal is to improve the quality of life for tillers of the land through these measures.
DAR-Davao Oriental, Government Center, Brgy. Dahican, Mati City (8200), Davao Oriental, Philippines