Monday, 4 August 2025
6 hours ago
Coconut industry revival hinges on trust fund law reform, says DA chief
The Philippines ranks as the world’s second-largest coconut producer, with three million farmers cultivating 3.6 million hectares and generating roughly $2 billion in annual exports. However, aging trees and underutilized processing facilities now pose serious threats to the industry’s long-term viability.
20 Jun 2025
7:30AM
PCA doubles 2026 coconut planting goal to reclaim top global producer spot
The Philippines is doubling down on coconut replanting efforts to restore the country’s global dominance in coconut production—an honor it held nearly 30 years ago before being overtaken by Indonesia.
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