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Agriculture
Coffee Brings New Hope to Araku’s Tribal Farmers
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 02:32 PM
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In Araku Valley, Andhra Pradesh, coffee cultivation is emerging as a promising income source for tribal farmers, offering a fresh economic outlook.
In the lush hills of Araku Valley, a growing number of tribal farmers are turning to coffee cultivation as a viable livelihood option. The shift comes as traditional crops face challenges from market volatility and climate change.
Local agricultural agencies have been training farmers in sustainable coffee farming techniques, ensuring that the beans meet quality standards demanded by national and international buyers.
Early reports suggest that coffee yields are already providing a more stable income compared to previous crops, helping families invest in education and healthcare.
Experts say that the success in Araku could serve as a model for other tribal regions seeking diversified agriculture.
Local agricultural agencies have been training farmers in sustainable coffee farming techniques, ensuring that the beans meet quality standards demanded by national and international buyers.
Early reports suggest that coffee yields are already providing a more stable income compared to previous crops, helping families invest in education and healthcare.
Experts say that the success in Araku could serve as a model for other tribal regions seeking diversified agriculture.