Report compiled for the 2007 Paris International Agricultural Fair
All you need to know about coconut
National and international institutions
APCC = Asian and Pacific Coconut Community [Indonesia]
http://www.plantcultures.org.uk/plants/coconut_landing.html
Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC) is an intergovernmental organisation of 15 major coconut producing countries accounting for over 90% of world coconut production and exports of coconut products.
Coconut Development Board [India]
http://www.coconutboard.nic.in/
Coconut Development Board (CDB) is a statutory body established under the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India for the integrated development of coconut cultivation and industry in the country with focus on productivity increase and product diversification.
PCA = Philippine Coconut Authority [Philippines]
The PCA is the sole government agency that is tasked to develop the industry to its full potential in line with the new vision of a united, globally competitive and efficient coconut industry. Its mission is to promote the development of a globally competitive coconut and other palm oil industry that would contribute to food security, improved income and enhanced participation of stakeholders.