which is the leading supplier of vegetables flowers and various condiments to Kerala
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For years it was believed that the winter vegetables wouldn’t grow in Kerala except in high ranges like Kandalur and Vattavada. Kerala is a warm climate state while many vegetables are cool temperature varieties as varieties of radish, cabbage, cauliflower etc.
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Thanks to Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), the belief was changed over a decade of experiments in growing cold-weather vegetables in the state. In fact, now they are being grown with minimal use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
In commercial farming as well as home gardening, they are being grown with the help of vermicompost and neem-based sprays to keep pests at bay.
Overall, Kerala is fostering an organic farming revolution. As the urban population is concerned about pesticides in the food it consumes, farmers and communities are venturing into organic farming and gardening.
‘AT Kochi, teaming up with the government to promote organic farming in the state, the Vegetable and Fruits' Promotion Council Keralam (VFPCK) has come up with 'Grow Your Own Food' (GYOF) initiative The plan is to encourage more and more people to cultivate pesticide-free, nutritious and healthy food on their rooftop by setting a Smart Kitchen Garden.’’ - The India Express
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