Shell to help Philippine coconut farmers boost yields

In the Philippines, the local Shell arm through its foundation will support 150 coconut farmers to boost yields, positively impacting local livelihoods while also increasing supplies of coconut-based biodiesel. Shell is the main buyer of raw materials for producing coconut biodiesel. It has determined that half of coconut farmers rely solely on coconut farming for revenue and most of those are operating below a minimum wage during harvest periods. Activities will include creation of a farmers cooperative as well as agricultural and handicrafts training.