Mr. B. Hanumanthe Gowda

🥥 Mr. B. Hanumanthe Gowda

Chief Coconut Development Officer
📍 Coconut Development Board (CDB), Cochin
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt. of India

🌴 Leading India’s Coconut Revolution

Mr. B. Hanumanthe Gowda serves as the Chief Coconut Development Officer at the prestigious Coconut Development Board, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping national strategies for coconut cultivation, processing, and export. His expertise and leadership have been instrumental in building sustainable livelihoods around India’s coconut economy.

🔍 Key Roles & Contributions

• 🥥 Spearheads policy planning and implementation for coconut sector growth

• 🌱 Promotes scientific cultivation, value addition, and product diversification

• 🌐 Strengthens domestic and global market linkages for coconut-based products

• 🤝 Works closely with FPOs, farmer clusters, and state horticulture departments

• 🏭 Facilitates startups and entrepreneurs in the coconut processing space

🧭 Exhibition Focus

At the Aruvadai 2025 Expo, Mr. Gowda brings insights into:
✅ Government schemes under CDB
✅ Market potential for coconut products
✅ Support for startups & MSMEs
✅ Export trends & international opportunities

🗨️ “The coconut sector is a powerhouse of health, heritage, and economic potential. Our goal is to empower every farmer and processor in this ecosystem.”
— Mr. B. Hanumanthe Gowda