[1] On 2018-04-12 chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan declared Pilicode as first filament bulb free Panchayat in India as part of Oorjayaanam (ഊര്‍ജയാനം) project.

This research station conducts studies on coconut plantations and also serves as a testing center for other commodities like paddy, pulses and oilseeds.

There is a unique collection of coconut germplasm with 75 varieties like Philippines Ordinary, Cochin China, Java, New Guinea, and Spicata.

[4] Kerala Agricultural University conducts periodical farm shows in Pilicode that attract many people.

The exhibits include rose garden, mango orchard, coconut groves, and crop and livestock units.