"Hello Naariyal" FoCT Call Centre to Aid Coconut Farmers

• 20 Nov 2023

On 13^th Nov, the Coconut Development Board inaugurated the "Hello Naariyal" Friends of Coconut Tree (FoCT) call centre, aimed at assisting coconut farmers in harvesting and plant management practices.

Key Points

• Extended Services: While functioning from Kochi, the Hello Naariyal call centre will benefit coconut growers in Kerala and extend its services to traditional coconut-growing states such as Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka through respective Unit Offices.

• FoCT Registration: A total of 1924 Friends of Coconut Tree (FoCT) individuals have registered for the call center, providing services at the Block Grama Panchayat level for various coconut cultivation activities.
• Comprehensive Services: FoCTs offer services related to coconut tree climbing, plant protection, harvesting, seed nut procurement, nursery management, and more at the district level.
• Objective: The call centre aims to enhance coconut sector activities by connecting FoCT palm climbers with coconut farmers, producer organizations, entrepreneurs, and agriculture officials.