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Kerala
, the God's own country is a state situated at the southernmost
tip of India. Sandwiched between the tall mountains and the deep
sea, Kerala is a long stretch of enchanting greenery. The tall exotic
coconut palm dominates the landscape. The state has a total area
of 38863 sq. kms. Kerala is principally an "Agricultural
state". The climate of Kerala, availability of adequate
sunlight, water, and other facilities has contributed to the growth
of agricultural activities in Kerala. It is famous for its coconut,
rubber, tea, coffee, pepper, cardamom and other spices. Coconut
and Rubber are the largest crops under cultivation.
Kerala is the homeland of rubber cultivation in India. The approximate
area of rubber cultivation in Kerala is 6 Lakh hectors. Kerala contributes
almost 90% of the area of rubber cultivation and 92% of the total
production of rubber in India. Out of 14 districts in Kerala, Kottayam
district is the foremost as 30% of the total acreage under cultivation
os accounted here. Among the five taluks in Kottayam District Meenachil
Taluk takes the first place. |
