KOCHI: The Coconut Development Board based in Kochi has been striving to evolve new processes to retain the importance of the coconut tree, known also as a ‘kalpavriksha', a tree that gives everything one needs for living. In a bid to take the coconut to the centrestage, the board has been on a drive to produce innovative products. It has resulted in a range of new items.
Virgin coconut oil is one among the series of products. The oil, extracted from fresh coconut, without chemical processes, is rich in minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants.
Having a high content of lauric acid, it has disease-fighting abilities, according to the board.
Another innovative product being promoted by the CDB is ‘Pina Colada', a healthy beverage, a blended form of coconut milk and pineapple juice. It can be consumed as it is or may be used to make a cocktail.
Shell flour, shell charcoal and activated carbon are among the non-conventional products being promoted by the board. Shell flour is manufactured from matured coconut shells.
It is used in bakelite, plastics and other allied industries. Coconut shell flour gives a smooth and lustrous finish to moulded articles and improves their resistance to moisture and heat.
Source:Hindu, 29-7-2010
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