Data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) noted that in 2018 Indonesia became the largest coconut producing country with production reaching 18.74 million tons. Followed by the Philippines with a total production of 14.09 million tons. The large plantation area supported by a tropical climate that is suitable for coconut plantations has made the three countries able to dominate the world’s coconut production.
Indonesia is listed as the largest coconut producer in the world. Indonesia has a coconut plantation area of 3.4 million hectares of which more than 90 percent is smallholder plantation area.
Coconut or in scientific terms called Cocos nucifera, is the sole member of the Cocos clan of the sugar palm tribe. This plant is thought to have originated in South America.
Coconut is known for its various uses, from food, drink, medicine to cosmetics. Almost all of its parts can be utilized, so you can say coconut is one of the most valuable commodities in the world.
The Benefits of Coconut Are Lots
Coconut roots contain lipids, lauric acid, myristic and caprylic which can be used as raw materials for the manufacture of medicine, toothpaste, and mouthwash. The wood from the trunk can be used as medium-quality wood and can be used as boards for buildings.
Young coconut leaves, or commonly known as janur, can be used for woven materials in making diamonds or various forms of very interesting decoration, especially by the Javanese and Balinese people in various ceremonies. In addition, the dried leaf stalks can also be collected and collected into broom sticks.
The abundant nutritional content in coconut water can increase immunity, reduce dehydration, and be able to neutralize toxins in the body. Delicious young coconut meat can be consumed directly or mixed with fruit ice and other types of drinks. Coconut flesh that is a little old can also be processed into coconut milk, copra and coconut oil.
Coconut shells are often used as charcoal for cooking and as a raw material for making fuel. Not only that, coconut coir in the form of coarse fibers can also be used as material for making ropes, carpets, dolls, doormats, and various handicrafts.
