Every year on September 2 World Coconut Day is celebrated all over the world. One of nature's most versatile products, the coconut plant is used in everything from food, beverage, and cosmetic preparation to decoration. Coconut is used in many Indian and foreign dishes.
Here is everything you need to know about this World Coconut Day
When Is World Coconut Day?
World Coconut Day is celebrated on 02 September to honour the formation of the Asian Pacific Coconut Community (APCC). For years, this day is being celebrated to promote and spread the benefits of coconut and its widespread use.
Theme of Coconut Day
The theme of this year is – “Cultivate coconut for a happy life and future”.
Significance of World Coconut Day
Every year World Coconut Day is celebrated to explain the importance of coconut not only in terms of health but also economically. Coconut Day is celebrated exclusively in the Asian and Pacific regions by the APCC, the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community, which facilitates most coconut production centres. In India, Coconut Development Board (CDB) organizes events in different parts of the country on World Coconut Day. On this occasion, awards are also given to outstanding performers in coconut cultivation, industry, and other coconut-related activities.
History of World Coconut Day
World Coconut Day was celebrated for the first time in the year 2009. The day was celebrated with great fervor by the Asian and Pacific coconut communities. The main purpose of celebrating this is to make people aware of coconut cultivation around the world. Along with this, the coconut industry can be promoted. Let us tell you that Indonesia produces the largest number of coconuts in the world.
Uses and benefits of Coconut
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It is considered effective for reducing obesity and promoting digestion.
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Coconut water has many health benefits, drinking coconut water in summer is considered very beneficial.
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Coconut leaves are used to make many products including brooms, baskets, and mats.
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Coir derived from coconut is a natural elastic fiber that has been used for making ropes, strings, mats, stuffing for mattresses, etc.
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Coconut shells and husks are sources of charcoal and have been used as fuel.
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Coconut is one of the major ingredients used in various cosmetic products.
