tuzle:
Wait o 3-4 years before a coconut tree start producing fruit, what is now the advantage of planting it for commercial sale if u have to wait so long and devote a lot of resources to it. Like comparing it with plantain which do u think is worth the resources (more profitable) for commercial planting

rickleye:


I have 2 Plots of land available for farming at Oko-Ireke. somewhere in OgunState. You could farm and remit 10% of proceeds to me if you are interested.

house10studios:
Cows dey pass there?

We used herbicide on the grasses. Occasionally cows come during the dry season. At first I was angry, but I later discovered I will be needing the cow dung too.

Boogyman557:
Holly Gram


COCONUT with BREAD..


COCONUT with GARRI..


If u KNOW, u KNOW..


LITE UP my WEED in peace


WTF MAN!

leofab:
you can be growing your plantain alongside the coconut to make ends meet..

Pells1:
Who still eats coconut in 2022

umuna:


Nice to hear! Actually bought my seedlings at #1,300 from a good friend. i am located in Ogun State.

Yes it is best you transplant during raining season because coconut loves water and for their survival.

Please do not be discouraged, you can start on a 2 plots! remember to plant dwarf hybrid.

HeartlessMan:
OP did you buy seedlings abi na ya coconut head you take start?

hahn:


Nice

I am also in Ogun state and I am planning on purchasing 2 plots next year although I was hoping to rear goats on them.

How long does it take for the coconut tree to start yielding?

I bought these two I'm going to plant on my other site and the dude said they are dwarf

HeartlessMan:
OP did you buy seedlings abi na ya coconut head you take start?

Eastcoastboy:


It takes 5 years plus before it starts yielding fruits oh!

So beware, make you no begin rush the baba for your 10% or after 2 years you go say you want use or sell the land.

HeartlessMan:
OP did you buy seedlings abi na ya coconut head you take start?

umuna:


Well that is not true. The soil conditions of the one that was not bearing fruits cold be a factor, building shading the coconut from sunlight and at times all they need is manuring and edible salts(yes) etc. Some species of coconut could take 10-12 years before it starts fruiting and if they are not taken good care of, it could take longer time before gestation period.


Attached are pictures of what I am trying to explain to you. This pictures are from the coconut in my compound.

middlebelter:


I have actually be very interested in Coconut farms. I understand there are dwarf coconuts with only three years gestation period and a plat can bear about 160 fruits a year. Please I need more information about the latest breeds with similar or better features than the above. I once contacted a farm in Ibadan but not sure I still have their contact. Please share your experience and valuable pieces of information.

HeartlessMan:
OP did you buy seedlings abi na ya coconut head you take start?

umuna:


Thanks man, I appreciate. Close to 250 trees. Planning to add more God willing next year. Send me a mail and We can talk.

umuna:
Towards the end of 2021, I took the decision to go into farming and to farm coconut partly to it's free maintenance while growing and the opportunities in coconut trade in Nigeria. Honestly, it has not been easy, but it has been fun with a lot of experience. Please share your thoughts and experience if you are into coconut farming too.

Lukuluku69:


Good one Op. May your Labour not be in vain.

Please I have one solitary Coconut Tree in my compound. Planted 15-05-2019. Started flowering last year November (2021).

The Flowering was okay (Seven Clutches in all) but the small Coconuts hanging on the bunches ALL fell off save only 4. I thought may be it was still a young Tree

This year now, seven Flower Clutches have emerged and the same thing is happening.

What could be the cause? And what can I do?

I am not around now, I will get you pictures of what I am trying to say in a while.

43Ronin:
OP u do realise this is a long term investment right? Cos coconut starts producing fruits after 10 years.

umuna:

Good morning Dear,
I perfectly understand what you are saying. It is not that it a young tree parsay, due to lack of nutrients and water to carry the load. So the tree had to shed fruits to take what it can carry. I did experienced this too.

I travelled home in September this year, I observed that, the local folks that have coconuts usually tied ropes and red clothes to stop this shedding of fruits (their beliefs) and to them, they said it works.

How to solve this problem is by digging a ring round the coconut, measuring 1 and the 1/2 feet's away from the tree. Apply 250grs of edible salt(#100) in a ring form, apply enough manure(either dried cow dung or chicken waste); water it very well . You can be doing this twice in a year and observe the effects. Also, most coconuts fruit in dry season and requires alot of water. This might sound funny,if you have rusted zincs/irons put them by the base of the coconut and water.

That is the reason most coconut farms are sited close to the sea, river or marshy areas for maximum productivity

Alternatively if you have money, you can buy fertilizer with 15-15-15 mark and apply 20gr in a ring form (first 3month)

AreaFada2:

Wow! This is great. How can you be sure that it is actually dwarf coconut when buying from a nursery?
Where in Ogun is the dwarf breed supplier friend of yours?

How many acres of land have you planted the 250 trees on?
What is the risk of bush fire in that area?

We planted some coconut trees around the house in the 1990s. Within 15 to 20 years they grew too tall and had to be cut down. Risk of falling over to damage the house or fence.

They were supposed to be dwarf but grew very fast. The fruits were bountiful though and was a shame having to chop them down.

Have you considered a coconut co-operative?
Have you also considered oil palm?

Thanks.

Lukuluku69:


Good Morning Sir!

You an Angel sent to me! What you said is absolutely correct. It kind of funny! I never watered/water it aside the Rains! Can you imagine!

My thinking is that it roots are deep in the ground so it can source for water by itself! Lol

I actually told the neighbor who gave me the Coconut I planted and she told me to tie a Rope around it and that that was what her mother told her to do. You need to see her Coconut Tree with hanging Coconuts bunches/clutches! But she told me when water it a lot. Though I never believe in the rope tying stuff but I think the watering works.

I know there must be a scientific reason for the shedding and your explanation just nailed it.

I got salt plenty for house and I am a chicken farmer too (Low Scale) so I can readily get manure.

I will apply as soon as I get home for the weekends.

Many Thanks Sir!

Dshocker:


Op if i may ask, what exactly do you plan to do with the coconuts and how much will a 250 trees fetch per annum?

umuna:


Appreciate your visiting my thread Do you know if everyone/ compound plants coconut tree, it could solve some family needs? Have a pleasant holidays

umuna:


I plan to sell them sir and I see it as a cash crop investment. Manufacturers in Lagos and Kano alone travels as far as Ghana to import coconut. The value chain is huge brother!