In terms of a commodity like coconut, many of you might not think that India will be leading the charts in production, right? But it is somewhat the opposite of that. How? Well, right now, India is considered among the highest coconut-producing nations in the world, the 3rd highest, to be precise. And sure enough, among all states in the country, there are some southern states that have huge coastal regions that are the ones that are producing or growing the most coconuts in the country. So, with this list of the Top 5 Highest Coconut Producing States In India 2025, let’s have a look at just that.
1. Karnataka
It has been confirmed, the state of Karnataka was ranked the highest coconut-producing state of India in 2025, with a staggering production of 4,232.61 thousand tonnes, which amounts to approximately 28.78% of the country’s total production. It is very interesting that this achievement becomes more surprising, as the district of Tumkur is called by the locals “Kalpataru Nadu,” which translates into the Land of Coconut Trees. By having such major producing areas as Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Tumkur, and the other interior belts, the state of Karnataka has the best combination of the sea humid and the irrigation from the land, which are the necessary conditions for the coconut palms to grow all year round.
2. Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is placed at the number two position with a coconut production of 4,192.00 thousand tonnes, making a contribution of nearly 28.50% to the national total. This is only a small margin behind the leader. Maybe the Rice Bowl of the South describes Tamil Nadu best, but it’s also rad with the most efficient irrigation for coconut farming. The state of Tamil Nadu has a complete package for coconut palms from the Kaveri Delta that is rich in nutrients to the coastal areas that spread across various districts like Thanjavur and Pollachi, like regulated rainfall, good soil, and mature agriculture practices.
3. Kerala
Kerala, the state that evokes the image of coconuts, is ranked third with a production of 3,800.27 thousand tonnes in 2025, contributing roughly 25.84% of the total coconut output of India. Nevertheless, what distinguishes Kerala is that, compared to other states, the coconut in Kerala is not only a crop, but it is somewhat of a heritage of the state. From the beginning, the state has been using coconuts not only for food and religion but also for industries and crafts. Besides the coconut, these areas are not only crowded with the smell of coir, but also with the stories of togetherness and culture.
4. Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh grabs the fourth position with a total production of 1,174.67 tonnes, which is 7.99% of the total coconut yield of the country. The reason that the story of Andhra Pradesh is fascinating is that it has experienced a gradual and persistent growth over the past few years. The area’s agriculture and, especially, the coconut farming, which has been made a primary source of income due to the districts’ fertility, Godavari East, and Godavari West, the hot and humid weather perfectly suited for the growth of perennials, has been the main driver of the state’s success in these years.
5. West Bengal
In fifth place, West Bengal is likely to shock a few, with the production of coconuts reaching over 289.82 thousand tonnes, about 1.97% of the total produced in India. While its contribution might look insignificant against the southern giants, West Bengal stands tall as the topmost state for coconuts in the entire eastern region of India. Coastal and low-lying areas such as South 24 Parganas are the main centers of coconut cultivation in this region.
Conclusion
That’s about it. These are by far the highest coconut-producing states in the country, and as you can see already, from the 4th spot to the last spot on this list, the production amount significantly decreases. And that’s just because coconut is mostly grown in the Southern part of the country, and these are the states on which India’s overall coconut production relies the most.