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| Plenary Session 1 - CONFERENCE OPENING | |
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| 9:15 AM | Opening Ceremonies |
| Invocation | |
| Philippine National Anthem | |
| Welcome Remarks | |
| Introduction of Keynote Speaker | |
| Keynote Address | |
| Plenary Session 2 - GLOBAL COCONUT INDUSTRY LANDSCAPE | |
| MORNING SESSIONS | |
| 10:45-11:05 | 1. Updates on supply side projects in coconut growing countries |
| 11:05-11:25 | 2. Philippine coconut situation: The road to 100 million coconut trees target |
| 11:25-11:45 | 3. Regional sustainability situation |
| 11:45-12:15 | OPEN FORUM |
| 12:15-1:30 | LUNCH BREAK |
| Plenary Session 3 - ADVANCING INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND MARKET INSIGHTS | |
| AFTERNOON SESSIONS | |
| 1:30-1:50 | 1. Price outlook for Lauric Oils for 2025/26 and beyond: Palm kernel oil |
| 1:50-2:10 | 2. Price outlook for Lauric Oils for 2025/26 and beyond: Coconut oil |
| 2:10-2:30 | 3. Market perspectives of lauric-based oleochemicals downstream products: Evolving trends in consumer preferences |
| 2:30-2:50 | 4. Impact of reciprocal tariffs on coconut products and other issues on US import demand |
| 2:50-3:20 | NETWORKING BREAK |
| 3:20-3:40 | 5. EU regulations on oils and fats and impact on the coconut industry (MOSH, MOAH, EUDR, etc) |
| 3:40-4:00 | 6. Environmental and social challenges in the coconut supply chain |
| 4:00-4:20 | 7. Sustainable aviation fuel market and what coconut can offer |
| 4:20-4:50 | OPEN FORUM |
| 4:50 | END OF DAY 01 |
| 6:30 | WELCOME COCKTAILS AT CONRAD HOTEL |
| Plenary Session 4 - UNLOCKING THE HEALTH POTENTIAL OF COCONUT | |
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| MORNING SESSIONS | |
| 9:30-9:55 | 1. The coconut oil and low-carb solution |
| 9:55-10:20 | 2. In fact, coconut oil improves lipid parameters: Results of an analysis of 26 studies |
| 10:20-10:50 | NETWORKING BREAK |
| 10:50-11:15 | 3. Coconut oil as component in anti-inflammatory diet |
| 11:15-11:40 | 4. The role of nutrient-dense and whole foods diet such as VCO in gut health and immune system regulation |
| 11:40-12:10 | OPEN FORUM |
| 12:10-1:30 | LUNCH BREAK |
| Plenary Session 5 - INNOVATIONS AND TRENDS IN COCONUT | |
| AFTERNOON SESSIONS | |
| 1:30-1:50 | 1. Emerging coconut products and applications |
| 1:50-2:10 | 2. Specialty consumer products offer major opportunities for coconut oil |
| 2:10-2:30 | 3. The future of structured lipids from coconut |
| 2:30-2:50 | 4. Turning coconut husk into valuable resources: Eco-friendly packaging, building materials |
| 2:50-3:20 | NETWORKING BREAK |
| 3:20-3:40 | 5. Digitalization and AI in coconut farm management |
| 3:40-4:00 | 6. Sustainable branding and traceability |
| 4:00-4:30 | OPEN FORUM |
| 4:30 | END OF DAY 02 |
| DAY 02 - Roundtable on Sustainable Coconut | |
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| MEMBERS AND PARTNERS DAY Exclusively for Sustainable Coconut Partnership members and invited partners. | |
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Working sessions to advance collaborative approaches for optimizing sustainability within coconut supply chains - Step behind the scenes of sustainable coconut transformation
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| DAY 02 – Roundtable on Sustainable Coconut |
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MEMBERS AND PARTNERS DAY Exclusively for Sustainable Coconut Partnership members and invited partners. |
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Working sessions to advance collaborative approaches for optimizing sustainability within coconut supply chains: Step behind the scenes of sustainable coconut transformation Unpacking data and insights with experts
Active networking session
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| Plenary Session 6 – ROUNDTABLE ON SUSTAINABLE COCONUT | |
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| MORNING SESSIONS | |
| 9:30 - 9:55 | Beyond the Buzzword: Unpacking Sustainability for Coconut - Charting the Course for Responsible Rejuvenation |
| 9:55 - 10:20 | The Boiling Point: Expert Insights on Navigating the Looming Social and Supply Crisis in Southeast Asia |
| 10:20 - 10:50 | NETWORKING BREAK |
| 10:50 - 11:15 | The Great Sustainability Debate: Consumer Demand vs. Risk Management - What Really Holds the Key to a Sustainable Future? |
| 11:15 - 11:40 | Shared investment mechanisms for the Sustainable Coconut Partnership: and if the road to scalability was to invest together? |
| 11:40 - 12:10 | OPEN FORUM |
| 12:10 - 1:30 | LUNCH BREAK |
| Plenary Session 7 – Sustainability Workshops (World Café Format) |
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| AFTERNOON SESSIONS |
| Bridging the Divide: Building Genuine Sustainability Partnerships Between International Buyers and Local Processors |
| Building Truly Sustainable Supply Chains: Using the Sustainable Coconut Charter |
| Beyond Silos: Building Collaborative Ecosystems in Coconut - Can Public and Private Partnerships Through Jurisdictional Approaches Drive Systemic Sustainability? |
| The Solutions Toolkit: Practical Strategies and Methods to Tackle Key Issues Head-On |
| Plenary Session 8 – CLOSING CEREMONIES |
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The Sustainable Coconut Roundtable is the key event organized by the Sustainable Coconut Partnership (SCP) that gathers global stakeholders to advance sustainability in the coconut sector. Enriching the discussion during plenaries, panels, sessions, and working groups, the Roundtable aims for a holistic and comprehensive experience, with field visits to facilities that showcases strategies in action, and practitioner training on the Sustainable Coconut Charter.
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It has been established that the WCC is an excellent opportunity to showcase the Philippine coconut industry, promote the significance of the coconut to the world, develop more interest, particularly from the buy-side, and sustain the delivery of information and education about the coconut complex, including issues relevant to the industry
With the increased demand for coconut products worldwide—especially after the USFDA delisting coconut as a tree nut—there’s never been a better time to grow and expand opportunities in the coconut sector! And, with the rise in demand for value-added products, the pivot towards sustainability, and increased interest in health-related issues including quality parameters, among others, there is no better time for the industry to seize the opportunity at hand than now, hence, the resurgence of WCC 2025, the fourth edition.
The conference topics will cover sustainability and the coconut culture, circular economy in coconut industries, challenges and solutions in the coconut supply chain, value chain enhancement and fair-trade practices, the role of coconut trees in climate change mitigation, incentives for adopting sustainable practices, the coconut participation in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) development and market, promoting nutritional value of coconut and new dietary uses, precision agriculture and its application in coconut, opportunities and challenges of AI in coconut trade, among others.
For this year’s edition, B2B participation will be increased, especially of buyers from countries in Europe, South Korea, and Canada, where presently there are FTAs (Free Trade Agreements) and trade partnership negotiations taking place either on a bilateral basis or multilateral through ASEAN. Common major imports of these markets from the Philippines are coconut oil, desiccated coconut, copra meal, coconut milk, oleochemicals, hydrogenated coconut oil, activated carbon, and coconut shell charcoal, of which the Philippines is a global leader. Moreover, buyers from China, Japan, ASEAN, Australia and New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and India will be coming to participate. It will be noted that the Philippines has existing FTAs in these markets either directly or through ASEAN. Below is the revenue profile of the markets mentioned above.
The culinary program will feature innovations in food and beverages using coconut ingredients to be demonstrated by celebrated chefs to audiences consisting of students from culinary schools, conference guests, among others.
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) partners with the United Coconut Associations of the Philippines (UCAP) to advance the development of the country’s coconut industry. As the government agency responsible for coconut sector growth, PCA collaborates with UCAP in implementing policies, research, and programs that enhance productivity, sustainability, and market competitiveness. This partnership supports coconut farmers, promotes value-added processing, and strengthens the industry’s role in both local and global markets.
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) collaborates with the United Coconut Associations of the Philippines (UCAP) to support the growth and competitiveness of the Philippine coconut industry. Through policy development, trade facilitation, and market expansion initiatives, DTI works with UCAP to enhance coconut production, processing, and export opportunities. This partnership aims to strengthen the industry’s global presence, promote sustainability, and drive economic benefits for coconut farmers and stakeholders.
Website: https://ucap.org.ph
E-mail: ucap@ucap.org.ph
The United Coconut Associations of the Philippines (UCAP) is an industry organization dedicated to promoting and developing the Philippine coconut sector. It serves as a central body for coconut producers, processors, traders, and exporters, advocating policies and programs that support the growth and competitiveness of the industry. UCAP plays a key role in market research, trade facilitation, and sustainability initiatives to enhance the global position of Philippine coconut products.