World Coconut Day 🥥 | 2 September
World Coconut Day
Celebrating the amazing “Tree of Life” and its importance to people, farmers and communities around the world.
What is World Coconut Day?
Why is this day celebrated?World Coconut Day is observed every year on 2 September. The day highlights the importance of coconut and its contribution to agriculture, food, trade, livelihoods and communities around the world.
The date is also associated with the establishment of the International Coconut Community (ICC) in 1969. World Coconut Day helps promote awareness about coconut farming, coconut-based products and the sustainable development of the coconut industry.
Why is Coconut Called the “Tree of Life”?
One palm with countless usesCoconut is one of the world’s most versatile tropical crops. Different parts of the coconut palm can be used for food, drinks, cooking ingredients, fibre and many other products.
Why Coconut Matters
More than just a tropical fruitCoconut farming provides an important source of income for farming communities in many tropical regions.
Coconut products support local businesses, processing industries, trade and international markets.
Coconut is used in drinks, desserts, curries, sauces, cooking and traditional foods.
Responsible farming and better use of coconut resources can help build a more sustainable coconut sector.
Coconut is cultivated across more than 90 countries and is an important crop for tropical agriculture and rural communities.
Watch Our World Coconut Day Short
A quick visual celebration of this special dayHappy World Coconut Day!
Let’s appreciate the coconut, the farmers who grow it, and the communities and industries that depend on it.
