The cases analysed in this report show that the investment models and contractual arrangements implemented by Unifrutti -a major private company producer, processor and exporter of pineapple and banana in the Mindanao Region- have had positive implications for the livelihood of the rural communities involved. However, the study also demonstrates that women and men have not equally benefitted from the investment opportunities. An important lesson learned is that gender neutral practices and approaches do not necessarily lead to gender equitable results. Instead, both investment schemes and policy frameworks need to recognize and address the differentiate needs and priorities of women and men to ensure more gender equitable distribution of benefits.