Topic
coconut
Trade Trade Policy #coconut#trade
COMA Urges Kerala to Regulate Coconut Trade to Curb Illegal Transactions
The Cochin Oil Merchants’ Association (COMA) has called on the Kerala government to introduce a regulatory framework for the trade and movement of coconuts, copra and coconut oil, citing large-scale unrecorded and clandestine transactions. The association recommends a market cess, trader registration, electronic documentation for bulk transport and digital tracking of inter-state movement to curb tax evasion and safeguard the state's coconut economy.
Jul 8, 2026 1 source
Commodities Agricultural #tamil nadu#farmer
Tamil Nadu Farmer's Agroforestry Model Boosts Coconut Profits
A Tamil Nadu farmer has turned coconut losses into profits through an innovative agroforestry model. By diversifying crops and employing sustainable practices, he increased his income and resilience against drought.
Jun 1, 2026 1 source