World Coconut Day 2022: History, Significance and Facts

The World Coconut Day is annually observed on 2nd September and it is observed by Asia Pacific Coconut Community which includes all major producers

The word 'Coconut' actually refers to the whole coconut tree but we generally use this term to refer Coconut fruit. 

Coconut is one of the most popular fruit item in the world especially among the coastal Asian countries and that's why they even formed the World Coconut Day back in 2009. 

Yes there is a day for our lovely coconuts as the 'World Coconut Day' for the first time was observed in 2009 and it was formed by the Asia Pacific Community which includes all of the major coconut producing countries like Indonesia, India, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, etc. 

And as a result now we celebrates the World Coconut Day annually on 2nd September in honour of this refreshing fruit. 

Event World Coconut Day
Date September 2, 2022
Day Friday
Significance This delightful Coconut fruit is honored
Observed by World wide

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World Coconut Day History: 

Coconuts were first domesticated by the Austronesian peoples in Islands of Southeast Asia and were spread during the Neolithic through their seaborne migrations as far east as the Pacific Islands, and as far west as Madagascar and the Comoros. 

They played a critical role in the long sea voyages of Austronesians by providing a portable source of food and water, as well as providing building materials for Austronesian boats. Coconuts were also later spread in historic times along the coasts of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans by South Asian, Arab, and European sailors and traders. As coconuts were a huge trade commodity back then. 

Coconuts were introduced by Europeans to the Americas only during the colonial era in the Columbian exchange. And soon climate in Mexico and other Carribbean countries suited well for its production which led to rise in plantations during which many European powers colluded with each other to get the most share out of it. 

So by looking at all of these we can understand that coconuts have played a large role in shaping our history as well. And to acknowledge its importance and to make people encourage towards coconuts consumption the Asia Pacific Coconut Community which includes almost all of the major coconut producers decided to establish a day for coconuts and thus 'World Coconut Day' was formed on 2nd September, 2009 commemorating the date on which Asia Pacific Coconut Community was founded. 

World Coconut Day Significance: 

About 90% of the world's coconuts today are produced in Asia only and Asia also witnesses the largest consumption of coconuts annually than any other place. Although coconut consumption is growing outside Asia but still isn't that popular outside and that's why also categorized as asia specific fruit item. 

So this day was established to change this mentality that coconut is only asia specific and the goal being celebrating the World Coconut Day is to encourage the consumption of uses of coconuts outside Asia also and makes it ine of the most popular fruit items all over the world. 

Coconut is a very refreshing drink and it is mostly enjoyed during the hot summer season in the tropical Asain countries. However in many parts of Asia it is consumed throughout the year. Coconut drink is the most common use of coconuts as people at the beaches or in coastal areas especially likes to have a sip of coconut water to beat down the heat and give them a refreshing flavour as well. 

Although the coconut water is probably the most common use of coconuts but it can be used for many other things as well. Like the white edible seed part of the coconut is called as 'coconut meat', 'coconut flesh' or 'coconut kernel' and it is very rich in nutrition with containing many minerals so it is a very good source of energy and healthy as well. The white seed part of the coconut is consumed largely in Asia and it is incorporating with many types of cuisines in Asia. Otherwise oil is also produced from coconuts and its leaves and outside part is also used for various purposes. 


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World Coconut Day Facts: 

Now let's learn some more very interesting and fascinating facts about coconuts: 

  1. The name coconut is actually a combination of English word nut, and the Portuguese word coco. 
  2. Coconut grenades were a weapon used in World War II by the Japanese in which a coconut was filled with items most importantly a grenade, and then thrown at the enemy.
  3. Coconuts, in different forms, are anti-viral, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-parasite.
  4. Coconuts are dangerous too as falling coconuts can cause death too although in a small number but be careful sitting beneath coconut tree. 
  5. A coconut tree can have up to 180 coconuts harvested during a single harvest.
  6. Coconuts are a good source of antioxidants and that's why eating it and drinking its water helped in increasing immunity. 

Most Searched FAQs on World Coconut Day: 

1. When is World Coconut Day is celebrated? 

World Coconut Day is annually celebrated on 2nd September. 

2. Who founded World Coconut Day? 

World Coconut Day was founded by Asia Pacific Coconut Community in 2009. 

3. Which country is the largest producer of coconuts? 

Indonesia is the largest producer of coconuts. 

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