Sri Vijaya Puram | January 22, 2026
A coaching programme on induced or spray-based harvesting strategies of clove was efficiently carried out below the SPICE PRAVAH initiative to create consciousness amongst clove growers on scientific strategies to scale back labour dependency and enhance harvesting effectivity. The programme was organised in collaboration with the ICAR–Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR), Kozhikode.
The sensible demonstration was held on the Organic Horticulture Farm (OHF), Sippighat, and on the clove plantation of farmer A. Muniyaswamy at New Bimblitan. Technical steerage was supplied by Dr. Anees Okay., Principal Scientist, ICAR-IISR, Kozhikode.
Addressing the farmers, the scientist defined that clove (Syzygium aromaticum) is a high-value spice crop harvested for its fragrant unopened flower buds, that are historically hand-picked at a exact stage of maturity to keep up high quality and market worth. He identified that typical harvesting is labour-intensive and entails important danger, notably in tall clove bushes.
Dr. Anees highlighted that induced harvesting strategies assist synchronise bud maturity, cut back harvesting time, minimise drudgery and considerably decrease labour prices, particularly in tall and densely planted clove plantations. He inspired farmers to undertake scientific harvesting strategies to reinforce effectivity and profitability.
Spice growers from close by villages attended the programme together with officers and workers of the Department. Farmers actively participated within the interactive periods and confirmed eager curiosity in adopting the expertise after witnessing the stay demonstrations. The programme additionally enabled farmers to straight work together with scientists and search clarifications on clove crop administration and harvesting practices.
A complete of fifty individuals took half within the coaching programme.
