Nature-based solutions in agriculture: A review of the coconut (Cocos nucifera L.)-based farming systems in Kerala, “the Land of Coconut Trees”

Kumar, B. Mohan; Kunhamu, T. K.

doi:10.1016/j.nbsj.2022.100012

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“…Kerala's cultivation land and production shares, that were 69.58% and 69.52%, respectively, in 1960-1961, fell to 37.6% and 31.9%, respectively, in 2016-17. Kerala is the top state among the four major states that produce coconuts in terms of area and production, but it ranks fourth in terms of productivity, after Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh [17]. Sugarcane: In comparison to other major sugarcane producing states, Kerala has a fairly small region where sugarcane is grown and produced.…”

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An Evaluation of the Structural Change of the Agrarian Sector in Kerala

Aswani¹,

Varghese²

2023

IJMTS

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Purpose: The study made an effort to look into Kerala's agricultural development patterns, growth performance, and structural changes. In Kerala, commercial cash crops like rubber and coconut replaced food crops including lentils, rice, tapioca, cashew nuts, and ginger, causing a shift in the cropping pattern in favour of non-food crops at the expense of food crops. Agriculture has become more vulnerable as a result of the shrinking cultivable area, the predominance of small and dispersed holdings, the fall in agricultural labour, and cultivator use. Methodology: The methodology used in this study is Descriptive Research, which is mainly concerned with secondary data sources. Books, newspapers, journals, articles, and government websites are used to gather secondary data. The information has been collected by using the keywords - sectoral wise changes, structural transformation, agricultural development, commercial agriculture, and agribusinesses. The required articles were obtained by electronic search and manually screened. Originality: The significance of the current study rests in the fact that the preceding studies have not yet addressed the entire structural transformation of Kerala's agrarian sector in a thorough and comprehensive manner, making it necessary. Value: By examining the productivity of the sector, the study will aid in determining the change in trends of agriculture scenario in Kerala and the problems of agriculture sector in Kerala. Findings: The study discovered that while the employment share of the primary sector has not decreased in pace with the substantial reduction in its part of the GSDP. Furthermore, there has been only a little increase in the percentage of income from the secondary sector in the GSDP due to the excess labour force moving from the primary to the secondary sectors, which has led to abundance in the latter. In Kerala, the changes in land use patterns over the past few decades were unparalleled in terms of deforestation, growth in current fallow land, expansion of non-agricultural land, and decreases in net sowing and gross crop area, which led to a drop in cropping intensity. Paper Type: Descriptive study

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An Evaluation of the Structural Change of the Agrarian Sector in Kerala

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Varghese²

2023

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“…Additionally, coconut wood requires specialized processing techniques, which may increase production costs. Finally, there is a lack of standardization in grading and testing coconut wood, which may affect its acceptance in the construction industry [3].…”

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“…In some areas, coconut palms are an important cash crop, providing income and livelihoods for local communities. They are particularly well-suited to coastal regions with sandy soils and high levels of rainfall, as they require ample water and good drainage [3]. However, coconut palm trees are also vulnerable to a number IOP Publishing doi:10.1088/1757-899X/1298/1/012014 2 of pests and diseases, which can have devastating impacts on local populations [4].…”

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Performance of Coconut Wood in Timber Structures: A Review of Its Properties and Applications

Fathi,

Hasanagić,

Bjelić

et al. 2023

IOP Conf. Ser.: Mater. Sci. Eng.

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Timber structures have been a popular choice for construction due to their natural and aesthetic appeal. However, with the increasing focus on sustainability and eco-friendliness, alternative building materials are gaining popularity. One such material that has gained attention is coconut wood. Coconut wood is a by-product of the coconut industry and has several unique properties that make it an excellent choice for timber structures. This paper reviews the properties and applications of coconut wood in timber structures and discusses its advantages, limitations, and challenges. We discussed the physical and chemical properties and durability of coconut wood. The average density of coconut palm wood ranges from 0.41-1.11g/cm3, while its moisture content ranges from 50% to 400%. Coconut wood has low shrinkage and swelling rates, reducing the risk of cracking or warping. The holocellulose content is about 67% while the lignin content is approximately 25%. Chemical and natural products, are effective in protecting coconut wood against decay and insect attack. Understanding such characteristics of coconut wood is critical for its optimal utilization in various industries. By employing appropriate preservation techniques and utilizing this versatile and sustainable resource, coconut wood can continue to provide significant benefits for communities and industries around the world.

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“…Planting media plays a crucial role in ensuring plant growth and optimizing production (Popescu and Popescu, 2016). However, suboptimal growth of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) plantations in tropical regions, including Indonesia, is often faced with a challenge, primarily due to factors such as low soil fertility, inadequate nutrient management, and damaged plants (Santos et al, 2022;Kumar and Kunhamu, 2022).…”

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Interactive effect of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and transplanting media improves early growth, physiological traits, and soil nutrient status of coconut ‘Bido’ under tropical monsoon climate

Sulistiono,

Tjokrodiningrat,

Bayu Aji

et al. 2024

Chil. j. agric. res.

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Support for the development of sustainable coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) plantations is important. The ability of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) to enhance plant growth has long been recognized. However, AMF's role in transplanting media for the early growth of coconut is not well researched. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of AMF and various transplanting media on plant growth and soil nutrient status. A factorial randomized block design was used, with a three levels dose of AMF inoculum as the initial factor. The second factor was the composition of the transplanting media, specifically the combination of manure (PK), sawdust (SG) and sand (P) at three different levels. The research was conducted in North Maluku, Indonesia, from 2019 to 2022. The measured plant attributes were plant growth from 6 to 30 m after planting (MAT), some physiology traits, and soil nutrient status. The results indicated that the combination of 4 g AMF inoculum seedling -1 with media composition of PK:SG:P = 1/3:1/3:2/3 has resulted in significant improvement (p < 0.01) in stem circumference, leaf midribs number, leaf midribs length, plant height and availability of soil nutrients in terms of N (214.2%), P (78.5%), and K (88.9%). The activity of leaf nitrate reductase also increased significantly (p < 0.01) by 79.5%, as well as chlorophyll a (p < 0.01) and total chlorophyll content (p < 0.01) which increased by 40.6% and 49.1% respectively. The combination of AMF inoculation and transplanting media represent a sustainable agronomic technology that can enhance the optimal nutritional status and promote the early growth of coconut palms.

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Nature-based solutions in agriculture: A review of the coconut (Cocos nucifera L.)-based farming systems in Kerala, “the Land of Coconut Trees”

Cited by 31 publications

References 30 publications

An Evaluation of the Structural Change of the Agrarian Sector in Kerala

An Evaluation of the Structural Change of the Agrarian Sector in Kerala

Performance of Coconut Wood in Timber Structures: A Review of Its Properties and Applications

Interactive effect of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and transplanting media improves early growth, physiological traits, and soil nutrient status of coconut ‘Bido’ under tropical monsoon climate

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Nature-based solutions in agriculture: A review of the coconut (Cocos nucifera L.)-based farming systems in Kerala, “the Land of Coconut Trees”

Cited by 31 publications

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An Evaluation of the Structural Change of the Agrarian Sector in Kerala

An Evaluation of the Structural Change of the Agrarian Sector in Kerala

Performance of Coconut Wood in Timber Structures: A Review of Its Properties and Applications

Interactive effect of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and transplanting media improves early growth, physiological traits, and soil nutrient status of coconut &#8216;Bido&#8217; under tropical monsoon climate

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Interactive effect of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and transplanting media improves early growth, physiological traits, and soil nutrient status of coconut ‘Bido’ under tropical monsoon climate