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Agriculture
Kerala's New Farming Hope
✍️ BusinessLine
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 02:33 PM
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A spiky red fruit is bringing new farming opportunities to Kerala's rubber-growing belt. This fruit is expected to diversify the income of local farmers.
Kerala, known for its rubber plantations, is now exploring the potential of a spiky red fruit to boost the local economy. The fruit, which has been gaining attention in recent times, is seen as a viable alternative to traditional rubber farming. With its unique characteristics and potential uses, the fruit is expected to open up new avenues for farmers in the region. The shift towards this new crop could also lead to increased income and employment opportunities for the local population.