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Nilgiri Farming: A Look at the Key Vegetable Crops
What vegetables grow in Nilgiris?
Casa De KCN is one among the Best accommodation in Ooty. It is located 45kms away from Ooty. This homestay has a certain rustic charm to it and is one of the few homestays that offer in house food which is all homemade
Due to the unique climate conditions and terrain in Nilgiris, it is a horticultural haven/. The climatic conditions are very well-suited for growing a variety of vegetables. The major vegetables cultivated in this region are as follows:
Potato
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This vegetable is one of the most important crops grown in Nilgiris. The cool climate and well-drained soil provide the ideal conditions for potato farming. The potatoes grown in Nilgiris are famously know for their quality and are widely used for both for consumption and processing. In the Nilgiris region, black and red soil are found and they are considered better for the growth of potatoes as they require soil with good nutrient content and good drainage.
Carrot
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Carrot is another significant crop grown in the Nilgiris region. The carrots grown in Nilgiris are know for their vibrant color, sweetness and crisp texture. They are a cool season crop that grows best in temperatures between 15 C – 20 C. They are a major source of income for farmer in this region
Carrot
Carrot is another significant crop grown in the Nilgiris region. The carrots grown in Nilgiris are know for their vibrant color, sweetness and crisp texture. They are a cool season crop that grows best in temperatures between 15 C – 20 C. They are a major source of income for farmer in this region
Cabbage
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Cabbage is a vegetable that thrives in cool climate (like carrots). The nigiris belt produces good quality cabbages that are sold in markets across India. The varieties of cabbages grown in Kotagiri are Red Cabbage, Chinese Cabbage, Purple Cabbage etc.
Cauliflower
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Cauliflowers are cultivated in the Nilgiris, including the Kotagiri Region as it has an ideal temperature for the young plants which is around 23 C. The region’s moderate rainfall and humidity further contributes to the sustainability of the crop.
Cauliflower
Cauliflowers are cultivated in the Nilgiris, including the Kotagiri Region as it has an ideal temperature for the young plants which is around 23 C. The region’s moderate rainfall and humidity further contributes to the sustainability of the crop.
Beans
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French Beans and other variety of beans are grown in the Nilgiris. Again, like the other crops mentioned above, even beans require a cool climate to grown in. Also due to the rich soil availability in this region, cultivating beans is great.
Chow Chow
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This is a unique vegetable which also goes by the name Chayote. It is quite special in Nilgiris as it is a versatile vegetable used in various culinary preparations.
It is a Pear-shaped vegetable that thrives in cool, mountainous climates.
Chow Chow
This is a unique vegetable which also goes by the name Chayote. It is quite special in Nilgiris as it is a versatile vegetable used in various culinary preparations.
It is a Pear-shaped vegetable that thrives in cool, mountainous climates.
Recognizing the potential risks of over-dependence on a single crop, efforts are being made to encourage diversification in Kotagiri. Famers are being encouraged to cultivate other vegetable to reduce the reliance on one crop.
While the Kotagiri region cultivates a variety of vegetables, potato remains the most important crop due to its economic significance and widespread cultivation.