Increasing Cocunut Production

(SKU: LS6000E321) In his book, D. V. Liyanage outlines key strategies to enhance Sri Lanka's stable annual coconut production of 2500 million nuts. Emphasizing the importance of sustaining soil moisture, the book recommends:

• Efficient Irrigation: Adopting drip systems for precise water application.
• Mulching: Using coconut husks to reduce evaporation and promote water retention.
• Soil Moisture Monitoring: Implementing sensors for informed irrigation decisions.
• Drought-Resistant Varieties: Investing in resilient coconut varieties.
• Water Harvesting: Building rainwater harvesting systems for supplementary water.
• Community Collaboration: Encouraging shared water management for collective resilience.

Implementing these strategies, as suggested by Liyanage, promises to elevate Sri Lanka's coconut production sustainably, ensuring prosperity for agricultural communities.