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Since the early days of IDC, agriculture has been an important economic activity to ensure that our staff are as self-sufficient as possible and where practical to export produce to the main island. 

Today, agriculture is also important in providing fresh produce to the staff and guests of resorts on the outer islands, where it can be difficult and expensive to supply by sea and air.

In Seychelles, coconut oil remains a valued household staple, appreciated for both its culinary and cosmetic uses. In some homes, it is still used for cooking, adding a distinct flavour rooted in tradition. Beyond the kitchen, coconut oil is widely applied in hair and skin care – commonly used to help reduce dandruff, soothe dry scalps and moisturise dry skin. It is also regarded by many as offering various health benefits.


IDC supplies coconut oil to local buyers who transform it into a range of artisanal products, including scented soaps, candles and other handcrafted items.

For the past few years, Coëtivy has been producing high-quality Casuarina Charcoal, now a well-established product on the local market. Made from casuarina wood harvested on the island, this initiative ensures that resources generated during land clearing for agricultural development are put to productive use. Instead of going to waste, the felled wood is carefully processed into premium lumpwood charcoal, creating added value.


Available in convenient 4 kg bags, Casuarina Lumpwood Charcoal offers a reliable, locally produced alternative to imported briquette charcoal, helping to reduce dependency on imports while contributing to Coëtivy’s ongoing development.

The traditional 'balye zig', crafted on the islands, are currently the most affordable option available on the local market. These brooms are known for their durability and effectiveness, making them a popular choice among residents. The affordability of balye zig brooms not only makes them accessible to a wide range of customers but also supports local craftsmanship and the economy. By choosing these brooms, consumers are able to enjoy a quality product while also contributing to the sustainability of traditional island practices and local employment.

IDC has restarted the shrimp farm on Coetivy, that closed in 2008. In 2022, eight ponds were rebuilt where the white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) is grown from imported postlarvae. A state-of-the-art processing factory was also rebuilt on the island, where the shrimps harvested from the ponds are processed within hours of being harvested. The shrimps are graded, packed and frozen on the island. The factory can produce both head on shell on shrimps or peeled ones. The shrimps are currently sold on the local market. The next phase is to rebuild a hatchery, where the objective is to produce postlarvae of black-tiger shrimp (Penaeus monodon) which is a higher quality shrimp than white shrimps. IDC will then be able to cater for whole market demand with 2 different species of shrimps.