Event Information

Event Type	: Festival
Organizer	: International Coconut Community
Date	: Sep 1, 2025 • Asia/Jakarta
Event Location	: World

About This Event

World Coconut Day 2025 Competition

"Uncovering Coconut's Power, Inspiring Global Action"

Background

The International Coconut Community (ICC) commemorates World Coconut Day on September 2 each year, highlighting coconut’s economic, social, and environmental significance. Coconut cultivation spans 12.2 million hectares across 90+ countries, producing about 67 billion nuts yearly.

The 2025 theme emphasizes boosting innovation and revitalizing the coconut sector through sustainable action and partnerships.

Objectives

Promote coconut-related activities that sustain livelihoods
Empower smallholder farmers and coconut industries
Stimulate scientific research and share updated insights
Encourage innovation and technology adoption
Raise awareness of coconut's benefits

Competition Categories

Photography

Max 5 original high-res (600 DPI) photos
Taken from 2024 onward
Basic editing allowed
Submission format: .jpg, .jpeg, .png

Videography

1 original video, max 3 mins
Resolution: at least 1080p
Submission format: .mp4 or .mov
Ideas: tutorials, crafts, food innovation

Innovative Coconut-Based Products

Original, eco-friendly innovations
Not previously commercialized
Submission: PDF + media (optional)
Evaluated by quality, safety, market fit

Submission Details

Email entries to: wcd@coconutcommunity.org

Include: Full Name, Country, Date of Birth, Institution (if any), Category

Use cloud links (e.g., Google Drive) for large files.

Prizes

Place	Photography	Videography	Innovative Products
1st	$250	$250	$250
2nd	$150	$150	$150
3rd	$100	$100	$100

Bonus: Up to 15 publication-worthy entries (photo/video) receive $30 each.

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: August 14, 2025
Winner Announcement: September 2, 2025

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