AGARTALA: Tripura govt is exploring the possibility of jackfruit-based wine production , given the fruit’s abundance in the state, agriculture and farmers’ welfare minister Ratan Lal Nath said on Tuesday, reports Biswendu Bhattacharjee.
The department has received Rs 130 crore in funding to achieve horticultural self-sufficiency. The state aims to become self-sufficient in potato seed production by 2027-28, as per Nath’s statement. “We are now cultivating avocados as experts believe Tripura has great potential in horticulture. We are emphasizing its importance and working to increase farmers’ incomes,” he added.
Alongside promoting avocado cultivation and aiming for potato seed self-reliance by 2027-28 through the True Potato Seed system, the state is investigating the potential of jackfruit-based wine production. Tripura’s government is exploring innovative agricultural initiatives to boost farmers’ income and achieve self-sufficiency in key areas.