Agriculture

Moringa oleifera (commonly known as the drumstick tree) is a hardy, fast-growing tropical superfood crop that can be effortlessly propagated using two main methods: branch cuttings or seeds. While seeds naturally develop a deep, anchoring…

According to Vastu Shastra, the Aloe Vera plant, traditionally known as Ghritkumari, is considered a powerhouse of positive energy. While Vastu generally discourages keeping thorny plants indoors, Aloe Vera is a major exception due to its…

To secure a high yield of black pepper in Kerala's unique tropical agro-climate, you need to combine traditional farming wisdom with precise, scientific cultivation practices backed by the Kerala Agricultural University and the ICAR-Indian…

To maximize your coconut tree's yield and get large, water-filled nuts, you must focus on deep root fertilization and precise water management during the dry summer months. Because coconut palms require massive amounts of nutrition to…

To get a massive yield of sweet, firm jackfruits in Kerala's unique tropical climate, you need to align your care with the state's heavy monsoon cycles. Because jackfruit trees face high humidity, managing root drainage during the…

To maximize your mango tree's yield, you need to focus on strategic branch pruning, precise nutrient balancing, and targeted watering cycles. Because mangoes grow exclusively at the terminal tips of branches, increasing the number of…

Papaya is one of the most rewarding fruit trees to grow in Kerala, but the region's high rainfall, humid climate, and acidic red or laterite soil present unique challenges. To get the best growth and heavy fruiting from papaya trees, you…

Tapioca, known as Kappa or Maracheeni in Kerala, is one of the most vital tuber crops in the state, thriving beautifully in its laterite and red soils. October is an excellent time to prepare the field or plant a late-season crop to…

October marks the onset of the post-monsoon season in Kerala, known as the Thulaam month. As the heavy rains of the Southwest monsoon retreat and temperatures begin to dip slightly, it creates the absolute best window of the year for…

Growing chili plants at home is a rewarding and surprisingly easy endeavor when you provide the right conditions. Chilies thrive with full sunlight—at least six hours of direct sun daily—and require careful watering, only when the top inch…