A couple of decades ago, what used to be just another waste product is one of the core areas of export for the Coir Board of India today.

Cocopeat, a multi-purpose plant growing medium is extracted from coconut husk and serves as a good alternative to the traditional mediums. The fibrous coconut husk is washed, dried up and made from animal and plant residues along with sand. It is completely organic, eco-friendly and an ideal medium for growing plants which is insect neutral as well as renewable.

Benefits of Using Coco Peat

Coco peat increases the permeability of the potting mix and helps to keep the soil loose and airy leading to better root growth. This not only results in better plant growth but also contributes in higher yield. Coco peat enhances the water holding capacity of the potting mix and ensures that the plant does not suffer from overwatering or underwatering. High absorptiveness and high water retention capacity together mean that the quantity of coco peat required per plant is very less. It provides a considerable environment for beneficial fungi and bacteria to grow. Being an organic medium, it has high Cation Exchange Capacity which allows the nutrients to be absorbed and released to the plants according to their need. Also, such wonderful properties make it a very welcoming hydroponic medium. Dry coco peat is highly hydrophilic and absorbs water quickly. It can be easily compressed to one fifth or less of its volume which helps to cut down the transportation, storage and handling costs. Coco peat can be pressed into a variety of shapes and sizes to suit all growing operations.

Coco peat is a great medium to grow plants organically and save the yield from soil pollution and pests. So start your own garden today using coco peat and enjoy the prodigious benefits provided by it.