3 'Pillars' Helping the Coconut Industry Conquer the Global Market

Coconut Industry Links and Technology Vietnam is currently the world's fifth-largest coconut-growing country, with nearly 200,000 hectares, primarily concentrated in the Mekong Delta region. Over the past 20 years, the coconut industry has not only made significant contributions to export turnover but also created sustainable livelihoods for millions of farmers and local workers. According to Mr. Cao Bá Đăng Khoa, Secretary General of the Vietnam Coconut Association, the industry has received substantial attention from the Government, central ministries, and sectors. A series of specific policies have been issued, such as recognizing coconut as a national key crop, building a national brand for the coconut food industry, and implementing numerous local support programs. This synchronized involvement has created momentum for businesses to boldly invest in deep processing, establish material zones, form closed production chains, and adapt to climate change. Not only have businesses ...