Exploring Value Addition Opportunities in Tamil Nadu Amidst Decreasing Coconut Prices

Shree Charan M., Jayanthi M., V. Vijay Prabha

2024

Abstract

Tamil Nadu, known for its rich agricultural heritage, has long been a significant contributor to India's coconut production. However, recent years have seen a drop in coconut prices due to traditional practices and limited value addition, posing substantial challenges to the region's coconut industry's economic survival. This study investigates the potential for value addition in Tamil Nadu in response to decreases in coconut prices, with an emphasis on improving the economic sustainability of coconut cultivation. The purpose of this study is to analyse and propose strategies for maximizing the economic potential of coconuts in the state. According to the findings of this survey, respondents have a limited awareness of value-added products, particularly coconut oil, copra, and thatches. Unfortunately, most coconut growers are unaware of a wide range of value-added goods, which presents a huge barrier to improving their livelihoods. This study also showcased the scope of value addition in coconut and highlighted the constraints, technological needs, and suggestions perceived by the coconut growers.

Paper Citation

in Harvard Style

M. S., M. J. and Prabha V. (2024). Exploring Value Addition Opportunities in Tamil Nadu Amidst Decreasing Coconut Prices. In Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Emerging Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture - Volume 1: ICEISA; ISBN 978-989-758-714-6, SciTePress, pages 27-31. DOI: 10.5220/0012880900004519

in Bibtex Style

@conference{iceisa24,
author={Shree M. and Jayanthi M. and V. Prabha},
title={Exploring Value Addition Opportunities in Tamil Nadu Amidst Decreasing Coconut Prices},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Emerging Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture - Volume 1: ICEISA},
year={2024},
pages={27-31},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0012880900004519},
isbn={978-989-758-714-6},
}

in EndNote Style

TY - CONF

JO - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Emerging Innovations for Sustainable Agriculture - Volume 1: ICEISA
TI - Exploring Value Addition Opportunities in Tamil Nadu Amidst Decreasing Coconut Prices
SN - 978-989-758-714-6
AU - M. S.
AU - M. J.
AU - Prabha V.
PY - 2024
SP - 27
EP - 31
DO - 10.5220/0012880900004519
PB - SciTePress