September 14, 2026 3:47 PM
From coconut husk to enterprise: Coir drives rural entrepreneurship, women’s empowerment and sustainable livelihoods
What begins as discarded coconut husk is increasingly being transformed into a source of enterprise, employment and sustainable livelihoods across India’s coconut-growing regions. Coir, a natural, durable and eco-friendly fibre, is moving beyond its traditional applications as rural entrepreneurs turn it into value-added products ranging from mats and ropes to handicrafts, bio-fertilisers and innovative packaging solutions. With support from the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterpris...