Tamil Nadu's Coconut Yields Plummet by 40% Amid Heatwave and Pest Infestation; Prices Double

Unknown Apr 02, 2026 1,100 Views

Coconuts in Tamil Nadu have fallen by 40% due to the extreme heat and pest infestation, including the red palm weevil. Farm gate prices have jumped from ₹22,000 per tonne to ₹55,000 per tonne, with retail prices having increased from ₹35 to ₹60 per kilogram. Higher import duties on edible oils ha...

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