WORLD COCONUT DAY 2026

Theme:
Coconut for a Circular Economy: Building Partnership for Maximum Value

Organized by

• North Sulawesi Provincial Government

• International Coconut Community (ICC)

Program Highlights

International Conference

Global Research & Policy Innovation

An international conference bringing together researchers, policymakers, academics, industry leaders, development partners, and other stakeholders to discuss the latest research, innovations, and policy developments in the global coconut sector.

B2B Meetings

Facilitating Trade & Investment

A dedicated business matching platform connecting producers, exporters, importers, investors, manufacturers, and buyers to foster international trade partnerships and investment opportunities across the coconut value chain.

Global Exhibition

Showcasing Coconut Products & Technology

An international exhibition featuring:

• Coconut-based products

• Processing technologies

• Industrial machinery and equipment

• Innovative coconut solutions

• Sustainable business practices

• Exhibitors from around the world

The exhibition serves as a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and market expansion.

Capacity Building

Empowering Local Stakeholders

A series of training sessions, workshops, and technical programs designed to strengthen the capacity of:

• Coconut farmers

• Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)

• Cooperatives

• Industry practitioners

• Government agencies

• Local communities

• Young entrepreneurs

The program aims to enhance skills, promote innovation, and support sustainable development within the coconut sector.

Signature Cultural Highlight

International Choir Competition

(Coconut Songs)

A unique international choir competition featuring performances inspired by coconut culture and heritage. This signature cultural event celebrates music, creativity, and cultural diversity while highlighting the significance of coconut in communities around the world.

Event Date

23–26 September 2026

Venue

Novotel Manado Golf Resort & Convention Center
Manado, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Visual Identity

The event branding reflects the richness of the tropical coconut ecosystem through vibrant illustrations of:

• Coconut trees

• Whole and split coconuts

• Tropical beaches and ocean waves

• Coastal landscapes

• Cultural performances

• Icons representing each program component, including the International Conference, B2B Meetings, Global Exhibition, and Capacity Building.

The overall design conveys the spirit of international collaboration, sustainability, innovation, and the advancement of a circular economy centered on the global coconut industry.