Nilgiris Promotes Cultivation of Native Fruit Trees to Revive Local Flora
An acre has been set aside at the pomological station in Coonoorl specifically for fruit trees like wild figs, monkey fruit, wild guavas, jamuns and Eleocarpus tectorius, commonly known as Vikki fruits; the authories are also encouraging farmers to cultivate these fruits
The Nilgiris region is initiating a program to promote the cultivation of native fruit trees, aiming to revive local flora. A dedicated acre at the Coonoor pomological station has been allocated for species like wild figs, monkey fruit, wild guavas, and jamuns. Farmers are being encouraged to participate in this initiative to preserve and promote indigenous fruit varieties.
This initiative focuses on biodiversity conservation and the revival of traditional agriculture, potentially benefiting the local ecosystem and economy.
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