Most of the world’s coconuts are grown in small, independent farms in Sri Lanka. The majority of coconut farmers are smallholders and tenants cultivating less than four hectares, in poor rural areas. This gives rise to multiple challenges: little or no economies of scale, lack of financing or training, and a rigid supply chain often dependent on middlemen. Farmers have few options to improve their livelihoods. As one of the world’s largest producers of natural fats, Oils & Butters plays an important role in the sustainability of the coconut industry.
Coco House is the first, fully owned “tree-to-table” Sri Lankan global brand curating authentic, premium coconut products with value chain transparency and fairness to address challenges.
The company is one that supports their livelihoods through supporting a sustainable certified coconut oil supply.
More than 91% of the selling values from coco house is shared with the farming, processing and other supplier communities. Thereby helping farmers achieve a better livelihood through better incomes & this coconut oil supplier maintains its position in the market by supplying products in a more sustainable way and also improve the sustainability of the production of Coconut Fat and Coconut Oil.
Sri Lanka is already one of the leading producers of coconut oil in the world. Around three quarters of the coconut fat production is available in the region. Coconut oil is mainly used to heat and thicken commercial products, it is also used in numerous products (including sauces and yogurts), and is also used in cosmetics, coffee and chocolate products. Coconut oil is highly stable and hard to adulterate because it remains stable up to two years. It has a long shelf life and it is one of the most environmentally friendly oils. Other products that use coconut oil in their formulations include bar soap, shampoo and lip balms, table salt, toners and personal care products. These are some of the many uses of coconut oil from Export Lanka.