PONDA, Jan. 31 -- Common man feels the pinch as coconut Prices skyrocket due to reduced production.Coconut shortage since past one month led to a hike in prices greatly and while the hike in Coconut prices by Rs 10 to Rs 15 may not affect the rich and those earning attractive salaries in the government and private sector the aam admi or the labourers depend on daily wages areforced to make restricted use of coconut due to hike in prices since past one month. There is no option for coconut in the kitchen.

Farmers, vendorssay govt helps them in crisis. The new tree plantation and maintenance work is essential. The Coconut pluckers charges are also not affordable due to the few fruits on trees.

The vendor woman at Agri Market Yard said the...