Coconut Development Board has instituted national awards under the various categories for promoting excellence in coconut farming, product development, diversification, quality improvement, export and marketing.
They include the best coconut farmer, the best coconut processor (conventional and non-conventional coconut products ), the best research worker (product development / new applications and uses for coconut / nutritional and biochemical findings), the master craftsman manufacturing coconut-based handicrafts, the best exporter of coconut products etc.
The last date of receipt of filled-in applications for the best coconut farmer award is July 15 and for all other categories is July 20. Applicants may log on to the board’s Web site or contact its offices for details.