Archive · 4 Sep 2025
Coconut Production: Kerala Aims for Enhanced Productivity
The Coconut Development Board organized an event to boost coconut farming and industry.
Key speakers emphasized the need to improve coconut production, especially in Kerala, which used to be a leader in the field.
The government is increasing financial help for farmers through subsidies to encourage them.
Awards were given to companies that are doing well in exporting coconut products.
The aim is to help coconut farmers and workers have stable incomes by supporting sustainable growth in the industry.
The Coconut Development Board organized World Coconut Day celebrations.
M K Ragahavan emphasized processing and product diversification for coconut.
Kerala is urged to regain its lead in coconut production.
Subsidies for coconut farming have been significantly increased.
Export Excellence Awards were presented to companies in the coconut industry.
- Who
- M K Ragahavan, Prabhat Kumar, Suba Nagarajan, and various award recipients.
- What
- Celebrations, announcements of increased financial assistance, and recognition of export excellence.
- When
- September 4, 2025 (publication date)
- Where
- The event was organized by the Coconut Development Board (CDB) but the location is not specified.
- Why
- To promote the enhancement of coconut production and productivity.
- Event
- World Coconut Day Celebrations
- Location
- Not specified, but organized by CDB
- Key Speakers
- M K Ragahavan, Prabhat Kumar, Suba Nagarajan
- Kerala's Coconut Status
- Lagging behind in production and productivity
- Subsidy Increase
- Area expansion: ₹6,500 to ₹56,000 per hectare; Seedling production: ₹8 to ₹45
- Award Winners
- Multiple companies recognized for export excellence in various categories.