Plantation Sector - An Overview

摘要

In this note, we provide an overview of the recent trends in the plantation sector. We start with certain stylized facts on the plantation sector, viz. its role and contribution to the national economy. This is followed by specific sections on individual plantation commodities highlighting the latest developments. The plantation sector in India plays an integral role in the economy of three southern States. Kerala [Rubber, Coffee, Spices], Tamil Nadu [Tea], Karnataka [Coffee], together accounts for almost one fourth of the total tea output and nearly the entire production of Coffee, Natural Rubber and Spices.