Experts gathered in Pollachi to discuss the potential for high-quality pepper cultivation in flatlands during the "Kaveri Kookkural" seminar held on April 28, 2024. Insights on enhancing agricultural practices and expanding export quality cultivation were shared.
Coimbatore: In a significant agricultural seminar held today in Pollachi, experts detailed the viability of cultivating high-quality export-grade pepper in flatland areas. The event titled "Millions from Pepper Possible in Flatlands!" was organized under Isha's "Kaveri Kookkural" initiative, emphasizing innovative farming techniques.
The seminar was specifically held at the natural farming estate of pioneer pepper farmer Valluvan near Anaimalai. Agricultural scientists, leading pepper farmers, and patent holders of new pepper varieties participated and shared valuable information on enhancing pepper cultivation.
Valluvan, in his address, expressed surprise and satisfaction over the success of cultivating pepper in flat terrains, credited to guidance from Isha. "There was a doubt about the feasibility of growing pepper in flat areas, but under the guidance provided by Isha, it has turned possible. Implementing multi-layer farming here naturally creates a micro-climate that is beneficial for growth. My farm alone yields around 2 tons of pepper, ensuring a minimum income of Rs. 16 lakhs," Valluvan shared proudly.
Kaveri Kookkural's field coordinator, Tamilmaran, spoke live from a seminar in Pudukkottai, urging that the state government should provide pepper saplings across all districts of Tamil Nadu to support local farmers. This outreach is a part of a broader initiative to widen the scope of agricultural practices.
Kanaka Dileepan, Associate Director of the Indian Aromatic Plants Board, delivered an extensive lecture on "How to Export Pepper Easily?" which was streamed live across the four venues. As part of the session, Dileepan elaborated on strategic export practices that could benefit the farmers immensely.
In addition to the practical discussions, a farm tour followed the seminar, allowing farmers to see the results firsthand and clarify any doubts directly related to their pepper cultivation queries. Similar seminars and live farm demonstrations also took place simultaneously in Pudukkottai, Mayiladuthurai, and Cuddalore, engaging thousands of farmers who benefited from the shared expertise and collaborated knowledge.
The seminar was specifically held at the natural farming estate of pioneer pepper farmer Valluvan near Anaimalai. Agricultural scientists, leading pepper farmers, and patent holders of new pepper varieties participated and shared valuable information on enhancing pepper cultivation.
Valluvan, in his address, expressed surprise and satisfaction over the success of cultivating pepper in flat terrains, credited to guidance from Isha. "There was a doubt about the feasibility of growing pepper in flat areas, but under the guidance provided by Isha, it has turned possible. Implementing multi-layer farming here naturally creates a micro-climate that is beneficial for growth. My farm alone yields around 2 tons of pepper, ensuring a minimum income of Rs. 16 lakhs," Valluvan shared proudly.
Kaveri Kookkural's field coordinator, Tamilmaran, spoke live from a seminar in Pudukkottai, urging that the state government should provide pepper saplings across all districts of Tamil Nadu to support local farmers. This outreach is a part of a broader initiative to widen the scope of agricultural practices.
Kanaka Dileepan, Associate Director of the Indian Aromatic Plants Board, delivered an extensive lecture on "How to Export Pepper Easily?" which was streamed live across the four venues. As part of the session, Dileepan elaborated on strategic export practices that could benefit the farmers immensely.
In addition to the practical discussions, a farm tour followed the seminar, allowing farmers to see the results firsthand and clarify any doubts directly related to their pepper cultivation queries. Similar seminars and live farm demonstrations also took place simultaneously in Pudukkottai, Mayiladuthurai, and Cuddalore, engaging thousands of farmers who benefited from the shared expertise and collaborated knowledge.