Coconut-based exports have surpassed USD 1 billion in 2025 and are expected to close the year at around USD 1.2 billion, a substantial increase from USD 800 million in 2024, representing over 40% year-on-year growth. In a statement, Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Chathuranga Abeysinghe, said this marks a major milestone for Sri Lanka’s coconut industry. “The primary constraint facing further expansion remains nut productivity. Recognising this, the Government initiated several structural interventions in 2025 to improve crop productivity and expand coconut cultivated land. However, these measures will yield results only over the medium to long term. In…
Coconut exports top $1 billion in 2025, up by 40%
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