Problems and Prospects of Cardamom Cultivation in Idukki District

International Journal of Economics and Management Studies

© 2017 by SSRG - IJEMS Journal

Volume 4 Issue 6

Year of Publication : 2017

Authors : Dr Leena Mathew, Princy P James

10.14445/23939125/IJEMS-V4I6P107

How to Cite?

Dr Leena Mathew, Princy P James, "Problems and Prospects of Cardamom Cultivation in Idukki District," SSRG International Journal of Economics and Management Studies, vol. 4,  no. 6, pp. 37-44, 2017. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/23939125/IJEMS-V4I6P107

Abstract:

High ranges of Kerala is famous for its variety of spices. Cardamom is one of the main spices produced there. Cardamom is the “Queen of Spices”. It is one of the most exotic and highly priced spices; Indian cardamom has a history as old as human civilisation. Southern India and Sri Lanka are regarded as origin of this spice. Cardamom is often named as the third most expensive spice in the world after saffron and vanilla. India provides all the favourable conditions of cardamom. Differential cultivation patterns make Indian cardamom highly unique in the international market. There are different varieties and grades of Cardamom. Malabar Type,Mysore Type,Vazhukka Type are Three major types of small cardamom. Large cardamom also known as “Black Cardamom”. Cardamom uses for different purpuses. Cardamom is one of the few agricultural commodities produced in India which has significant export orientation.This study aims to learn the problems faced by farmers in the cardamom market.

Keywords:

Cardamom, cardamom plantations in Idukki district, auction, problems in cardamom cultivation.

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