The Fragrant Coconut Community Enterprise of Ban Klang Klong Taplang is a grassroots agricultural initiative based in Samut Sakhon, Thailand, dedicated to the cultivation, processing, and value addition of aromatic coconut products. The enterprise operates under Thailand’s community enterprise model, bringing together local farmers to promote sustainable agriculture, economic self-reliance, and regional product identity.
Company Overview
Located in one of Thailand’s most fertile coconut-growing regions, this community enterprise was established to uplift the livelihoods of local farmers through cooperative farming and collective marketing of fragrant coconuts, a premium variety prized for its unique aroma, sweetness, and refreshing water content.
The enterprise plays a key role in ensuring quality, optimizing post-harvest processes, and expanding market reach for smallholder farmers in the Ban Klang Klong Taplang area.
Product & Service Offerings
The enterprise specializes in the following key product categories:
1. Fresh Fragrant Coconuts
- Young Aromatic Coconuts: Typically harvested between 6–7 months, these are sold with husk or trimmed for retail and export markets.
- Mature Fragrant Coconuts: Used for extracting coconut milk or dried for desiccated coconut production.
2. Coconut Water
- Bottled Coconut Water: Processed under hygienic conditions for domestic sale.
- Coconut Water Concentrate: Supplied to juice and beverage manufacturers.
3. Coconut-Based Products
- Coconut Sugar: Natural sweetener made from coconut flower nectar.
- Coconut Oil: Cold-pressed oil used in cosmetics and culinary applications.
- Coconut Milk: Freshly extracted for local food processing clients.
Specialization & USP
The Ban Klang Klong Taplang enterprise is known for:
- Pure Aromatic Coconut Strains: Cultivated using traditional techniques in nutrient-rich soil, contributing to superior aroma and flavor.
- Eco-Friendly Practices: Emphasis on organic farming, natural pest control, and zero chemical residues.
- Community-Driven Quality Control: Farmers are trained in standardized harvesting and handling techniques to ensure consistency.
- Support from Local Government & Agricultural Agencies: Recognition as a registered community enterprise with access to training and funding.
Certifications & Compliance
While not a commercial manufacturer with large-scale export certifications, the enterprise follows:
- GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) under the Ministry of Agriculture
- Participation in Thailand’s OTOP (One Tambon One Product) development scheme
- Support from local agricultural extension offices for compliance and quality improvement
Market Presence
- Local Market Supply: Distributed to wet markets, fruit retailers, and eco-tourism businesses in central Thailand.
- Regional Collaborations: Partnered with Thai food and beverage SMEs sourcing fresh coconut ingredients.
- Potential for Export: In discussions with cooperative networks for collective export under Thai coconut industry umbrellas.
Operational Scale
- Farmer Network: Over 50 member households
- Monthly Yield: Approximately 15,000–20,000 young coconuts
- Processing Capability: Basic grading, trimming, and packing infrastructure; bottling and oil extraction supported through external processors
Financial Insights
As a community enterprise, financial data is consolidated at the cooperative level. Based on typical yields and pricing:
- Estimated Monthly Revenue: THB 300,000–500,000 (USD 8,000–14,000)
- Primary Revenue Source: Young aromatic coconut sales (75% of volume)
- Profit Allocation: Redistributed among members and reinvested in tools, training, and infrastructure
Testimonials & Community Impact
"Thanks to the enterprise, our income is more stable, and we get access to training and better market prices."
— Local farmer member, Ban Klang
"Their coconuts have a distinct aroma—our customers notice the difference."
— Fruit shop owner, Nakhon Pathom
Recognitions & Participation
- Included in regional OTOP product fairs
- Featured in local TV programming promoting sustainable agriculture
- Recipient of Thai Community Enterprise Development Fund
Digital Presence
The enterprise does not currently maintain a formal online presence, but is often showcased through Thai agricultural networks and government portals promoting rural development.
With a foundation rooted in community cooperation and agro-ecological integrity, the Fragrant Coconut Community Enterprise of Ban Klang Klong Taplang exemplifies Thailand’s rural innovation—delivering high-value coconut products from farm to table, sustainably and inclusively.
