Keralam Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan seeks support of Centre for establishing coconut value-addition park
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has asked the central government to back a proposed coconut value‑addition park. He said the state needs to revamp coconut cultivation by moving away from conventional practices toward scientifically managed, planned plantations. The initiative aims to boost processing capacity, create jobs and increase farmers' income through modern agricultural techniques in the region.