TNPSC Thervupettagam

Dragon Fruit Cultivation

July 16 , 2022 733 days 523 0
  • The Centre has decided to promote the cultivation of dragon fruit, known as a “super fruit” for its health benefits.
  • The Gujarat Government recently renamed dragon fruit as kamlam (lotus) and announced an incentive for farmers who cultivate it.
  • The Haryana Government also provides a grant for farmers who are ready to plant this exotic fruit variety.
  • The fruit is usually grown in Thailand, Sri Lanka, Israel, and Vietnam.
  • But is now slowly gaining traction in India.

 

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