Returning to farming after years of expatriate life is a dream for many. But for Raju, a farmer from Vattayi village near Poomala in Thrissur district, that dream has turned into a successful reality. After years of hard work in the Gulf, Raju returned home and chose pepper cultivation as his livelihood. Today, his decision Read More…
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Kerala’s Black Pepper Crisis: Production Drops 25% Amid Pests, Floods, and Climate Change
Kerala, India’s black pepper capital, has witnessed a significant 25% decline in production over the past decade, raising concerns among farmers and traders alike. This downturn is attributed to pest infestations, devastating floods, and climate change, all of which have severely impacted cultivation. Black pepper crops in Kerala are increasingly under attack from pests and Read More…