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- Small-scale coir factories in Alappuzha are struggling as the price of essential raw materials like coconut husk and coir fiber has risen sharply.
- Factory owners are forced to borrow money to pay workers and maintain operations because they lack sufficient product orders and receive low payments.
- Coir production in Kerala has stalled due to a shortage of coconut husks, forcing reliance on supplies from Tamil Nadu.
- A lack of leadership at the Coir Corporation has further hindered price control efforts in the region.
- Without government intervention through new packages and training programs, the traditional coir industry faces potential collapse.
What to watch next
- Government response regarding potential financial packages for the coir sector
- Appointment of a chairman for the Coir Corporation to facilitate price controls
- Implementation of training programs for the new generation to learn traditional coir skills
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