World Coconut Day 2026: 5 amazing facts you need to know
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World Coconut Day
Every year, World Coconut Day 2026 is observed on September 2 to highlight the importance and uniqueness of the coconut palm across the globe
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Origin of the day
The day was started by the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC), now known as International Coconut Community, to promote coconut farming and consumption
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Theme for 2026
The theme for 2026 is "Coconuts in times of uncertainty: Securing Food, Energy and Livelihoods" to highlight its role amid climate change and shortages
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Coconut city of India
While one may think of many different cities in the country from Kerala, Pollachi in Tamil Nadu is widely regarded as the "Coconut City of India"
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Biggest producer of coconuts
Even as Pollachi is called `Coconut City of India`, Karnataka is the biggest producer of coconut in India, Indonesia is at the top across the world
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