THE COIR BASKET IS FULL

Article Abstract:

Exports of coir products was 11,896 tonnes worth Rs55.86 crore in the first quarter of 1998-99 against 11,426 tonnes worth Rs54.66 crore in the first quarter of 1997-98. Exports of coir products was 49,849 tonnes worth Rs238.92 crore in 1997-98 against 46,368 tonnes worth Rs212.58 crore in 1996-97. Exports of geo-textiles was 739 tonnes worth Rs3.13 crore in 1997-98 against 365 tonnes worth Rs1.49 crore in 1996-97. (khr)

Comment:

India: Exports of coir products was 49,849 tones worth Rs238.92 crore in 1997-98 vs 46,368 tones worth Rs212.58 crore in 1996-97

Geotextiles, Article

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INDIA'S APPAREL EXPORTS SEEN AT $16 BN BY 2000

Article Abstract:

According to the US International Trade Commission, the Indian textile and apparel exports would be $16 billion before 2000 AD and $32 billion by 2005 AD. India exported textiles and apparels worth $9 billion in 1995-96. It expects US companies to invest in Indian textile sector. India is likely to be the third largest country in the world for synthetic fibres and yarns by the year 2005. (rk)

Apparel Textiles, Clothing, Textiles

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SOME REFLECTIONS ON COIR AND COCONUT

Article Abstract:

The production of coir, a natural fibre derived from coconut, in India is less than 200,000 tonnes. The value of Indian coir exports is around Rs220 crore per annum. Over the years, the production of coir has been stagnating or falling due to demand constraints and the low price potential. Even the exports are low to make an impact. (ag)

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