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GNUT REPEALED COCONUT MANAGEMENT FEES

The Government has officially repealed the Coconut and Coconut Product Management Fees Regulations 2026, in a decisive move aimed at protecting farmers, sustaining exporters, and ensuring the long-term growth of the coconut industry.

5 May 2026

Market
Kava Industry Working Group Chair calls for strengthening supply chain as 2026 agenda is set
The Kava Industry Working Group (KIWG) Chairman Max Lazarus says strengthening domestic supply chains to seize lucrative international market opportunities is a must for Solomon Islands. The Kava Industry Working Group met in Honiara on Wednesday.
30 Jan 2026
New Coconut Shell Charcoal Initiative launched in Makia, Ugi island
By Chris Alex A new economic initiative on coconut production has been introduced to the coconut farmers in Makia on Ugi island. The initiative marks an important step forward for local livelihoods.
21 Jan 2026
Agriculture
SIART makes progress in strengthening Agribusiness Producers in Guadalcanal
The Solomon Islands Agriculture Rural Transformation (SIART) Project is making steady progress in strengthening Agribusiness Producer Organizations (ABPOs) in Guadalcanal Province.
10 Dec 2025
CEMA strengthens direct export pathways for copra and cocoa
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) is making significant progress in strengthening direct export pathways for copra and cocoa, aiming to maximise value for local farmers and the national economy.
1 Dec 2025
Agriculture
AUSTRALIA SUPPORTS COCOA SECTOR WITH LAUNCH OF LF & SONS’ NEW STORAGE FACILITY
LF & Sons Enterprises launched its new Rural Trade Storage facility in Gwanasu’u Village, Malaita, on 30 September, marking a significant step in strengthening cocoa production, market access, and livelihoods across Malaita.
13 Oct 2025
CEMA explores partnership opportunities with Applied Nutrition Pty Ltd in Brisbane
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) recently led a successful mission to Brisbane, Australia, to explore partnership opportunities with Applied Nutrition Pty Ltd, a leading manufacturer of livestock feed premixes and nutritional supplements. Led by CEMA Director Mr.
15 Sept 2025
Agriculture
Cocoa grower calls on MAL to visit Rural Famers
By Jimmy Nolan Local Cocoa farmers in Babanakira, West Guadalcanal have appealed to the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to conduct regular field visits to provide skills training on how to improve the quality of their cocoa beans.
15 Aug 2025
Copra and Cocoa exports surge in first quarter of 2025
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) announces robust export performance for coconut and cocoa products in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting renewed momentum in the rural economy.
29 Jul 2025
Agriculture
RRR Investments Farmers Association earns over 50k in first shipment of copra
RRR Investments Farmers Association in Ulawa Island sold its first shipments of Copra last month, earning over $50,000. The association is one of the Agri-Business Producer Organizations (ABPO) in Makira- Ulawa Province, which received funding from the World Bank funded Solomon Islands Agriculture…
2 Jun 2025
Agriculture
CEMA expands reach nationwide
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) trading as Solomon Commodities has officially opened four Buying Centers in Malaita, Makira, Choiseul, and Honiara provinces, marking a major milestone in its revitalization strategy to strengthen market access for rural farmers and improve…
26 May 2025
Russell residents support MP’s call to rehabilitate key industries
By Lachlan Eddie Former workers of Russell Island Plantation Estate Limited (RIPEL), settlers and indigenous people of the Russell Islands have applauded their Member of Parliament, Hon. Oliver Salopuka, for his contribution in parliament to rehabilitate the cocoa, coconut and cattle industries.
23 May 2025
Commerce
Solomon Islands Copra Industry Boosts Economy with Record $100 Million Contribution
The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA), trading as Solomon Commodities, has announced a record-breaking economic contribution from the copra sector, injecting $100 million into the Solomon Islands economy in 2024.
30 Jan 2025
Solomon Islands
PM Manele attributes partnership as key to opening Tarekukure buying centre
Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele acknowledged the partnerships that resulted in the reopening of the Tarekukure Buying Centre in Choiseul Province. PM Manele paid tribute to the landowners, Choiseul Provincial Government, Choiseul Bay Association, Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA), the…
14 Oct 2024
Government
PM APPLAUDED LOs AS GOVT OPENS NEW BUYING CENTER IN CHOISEUL
Prime Minister, Honourable Jeremiah Manele, MP, acknowledged the landowners of Choiseul for their contribution to development by making their land available. PM Manele made the acknowledgment at the Tarekukure Copra and Cocoa Buying Center in Choiseul Province last Friday.
14 Oct 2024
Agriculture
Cocoa sector getting sweeter in Solomon Islands
Australia continues to invest in the Solomon Islands cocoa sector. This investment has been boosted by Australia’s support for Kokonut Pacific Solomon Islands (KPSI) to launch a new locally produced drinking chocolate.
1 Oct 2024
Agriculture
Minister Wasi says there is huge potential for coconut and cocoa
The Minister for the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Franklyn Derek Wasi said coconut and cocoa has the huge potential to become the country’s major driver of our economy. Hon.
20 Sept 2024
Commerce
Good news for exporters and importers
Companies and individuals looking to import or export goods in a reliable and efficient manner can now do so with Express Freight Management (EFM). EFM was established in Papua New Guinea more than 30 years ago, and offers freight solutions across the Asia-Pacific region.
28 Aug 2024
Agriculture
CEMA urges farmers to produce quality cocoa beans
By Alfred Pagepitu The Commodities Export Marketing Authority (CEMA) urges farmers to produce quality cocoa beans and not to resell rejected cocoa beans to other buyers who are licensed to export quality cocoa.
16 Aug 2024
Australian Donation
Australia backs Government’s focus on the productive sector with new coconut processing facility
Coconut down streaming in Solomon Islands is poised for expansion with Australia investing in a new cutting-edge processing facility, operated by Islands’ Own, in West Guadalcanal.
1 Aug 2024