Padekars maybe out but paddelis are in for coconut plucking
In recent months, the coconut tree and coconuts have been put to the test. In 2015, the government denounced the status of the coconut tree from a tree to ‘grass’. A couple of years later, the availability of coconuts started diminishing at an alarming rate. This was due to the fact that there were no […]
Time to say goodbye to Guirim Coconut Trees
Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar on Monday criticized environment protection laws, arguing that, ironically, they sometimes come in the way of protecting the environment itself. He cited the case of the solid waste garbage treatment plant at Saligao, which was stalled after a case was filed at the National Green Tribunal. “A regulatory authority and judicial […]
Coconut Craftsman carves a niche
For the best part of a decade, Boromeu do Rosario Pereira from Margao has been carving a niche from himself by creating splendid designs from empty coconut shells. One of his most famous pieces includes a spectacular handmade lampshade, while his coconut earrings and cups are also very popular. So just how long do these […]
