Coconut is a key income source besides food crops for millions of farming families in Indonesia, playing a significant role socially, culturally, and economically. However, low prices make it hard for farmers to earn a decent income. Traditional production methods also affect product quantity and quality. With APFP-FO4A support, through its cooperative unit, JAMTANI launched […]
In Alicia, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines, coconut husks were once treated as farm waste. Today, they are helping farmers build more sustainable and resilient livelihoods. Through the Alicia Neighborhood Multi-Purpose Cooperative (ALNEMPCO), more than 2,400 farmer-members are transforming coconut husks into coco peat and coco fiber, which are key inputs for organic farming. This initiative not […]
In the southern part of West Java, Indonesia, coconut trees stretch across the landscape, bearing fruit all year round. For generations, smallholder farmers have relied on this abundance for their livelihoods. Yet despite the steady supply, income has remained low. Most farmers sell coconuts as raw materials, where prices are dictated by traders and offer […]