Manila, Philippines – September 2, 2025 — The International Coconut Community (ICC) actively participated in the 39th National Coconut Week (COCOWEEK) celebrations in the Philippines, joining key national stakeholders, industry players, and coconut farmers in a series of activities aimed at promoting innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity in the coconut sector.
One of the highlights of this year’s celebration was the 2nd COCONUT Philippines Trade Fair, held at the Megatrade Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City from August 28 to September 2, 2025. The Trade Fair was officially inaugurated by Secretary Ma. Cristina A. Roque of the Department of Trade and Industry... read more
The International Coconut Community (ICC) supported the International Conference on Agriculture, Food, Environment, and Energy (InCAFEE) 2025, held in hybrid format at the Sintesa Peninsula Hotel, Manado, from 6-8 August 2025. Organized by the Faculty of Agriculture at Sam Ratulangi University (UNSRAT), the conference carried the theme “Strengthening Agricultural Higher Education through Innovation and International Collaboration for Sustainable Food, Environment, and Energy.”
The event opened on 6 August with a Grand Dinner that brought together key dignitaries, including officials from the UNSRAT Rector’s Office, Rector Prof. Dr. Ir. Oktovian Berty Alexander Sompie, Governor of North Sulawesi... read more
The International Coconut Community (ICC) took center stage at the Investment Forum held in Pekanbaru, Riau Province, on 19 August 2025, presenting the global potential of the coconut sector to an audience of policymakers, investors, and international stakeholders.
The Forum, inaugurated by Mr. Abdul Wahid, Governor of Riau Province, brought together hundreds of participants including government officials, business leaders, scientists, and foreign dignitaries. Among the distinguished guests were the Ambassadors of Bangladesh, Rwanda, and Mozambique, along with representatives from the Bosnia & Herzegovina and Fiji embassies... read more
