Livelihoods > Coir rope making |
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woman spins cocoanut husk into rope strands. These rope strands are
then used to make many items including baskets and mats. In Matara district
Coir (cocoanut) rope making projects have been identified by GOAL as
a viable livelihoods project. The cocoanut husk has many uses and can
be spun to make mats and baskets as well as rope. Individuals and family
based businesses have been provided with rope making equipment. |