Indonesia, Feb. 15 -- The district of Banyumas in Indonesia's Central Java Province is on track to become the world's leading export hub for granulated coconut sugar, capitalizing on its long-standing strength in coconut cultivation.

Recognized as the national powerhouse of coconut sugar for decades, Banyumas has now set its sights on a major transformation of its agricultural sector from upstream to downstream, betting primarily on initiatives to revitalize generic and dwarf coconuts, strengthen the industry, and improve the welfare and protection of palm tappers.

According to Banyumas District Head Sadewo Tri Lastiono, this ambition didn't emerge overnight; it was conceived during his tenure as deputy district head from 2018 to 2023....