Nagaland's 38-Year-Old Vesalu Puro Turns Quarter-Acre Plot into Blooming Flower Farm

Vesalu Puro, a 38-year-old horticulturist from Nagaland, planted his first batch of flowers on a quarter-acre plot in 2021. The modest land, previously unused, has since been transformed into a vibrant floral garden that supplies local markets with a variety of blossoms. Puro’s initiative reflects a growing trend among young farmers in the northeastern state to diversify into high-value crops. While details on the specific species cultivated remain limited, the project has already attracted attention from nearby vendors seeking fresh, locally grown flowers.