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Vanilla Rejuvenation

Agriculture

Vanilla Rejuvenation

Research collaborations to revive vanilla as a high-value, export-oriented crop after disease losses.

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1 partner institution

After the decline of vanilla cultivation due to disease, Kadamba initiated research collaborations with CPCRI and other institutions to revive the crop.

Background

Vanilla is a familiar horticulture crop in Karnataka and was widely grown in Uttara Kannada district.

With focus on disease management, quality planting material and market linkage, Kadamba aims to restore farmer confidence and re-establish vanilla as a high-value export-oriented crop.

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